Over 12 million Americans visit Europe every year.
And it’s no wonder. Europe is full of history and beautiful sights. If you’re one of those 12 million people this year, don’t leave your Euro travel vacation planning to the last minute.
Take a look at the most important places to see, things to do, and foods to eat during your Euro travels!
Top Euro Travel Must-Sees
There are so many things to see in Europe, it’s hard to narrow the options down to a single list. If you can’t go to all of these places during your trip, put aside some time for at least one of them.
1. The Sistine Chapel, Italy
You’ve probably seen pictures of it, but seeing Michelangelo’s masterpiece in person is a completely different experience. The painting, which covers the entire 131-foot by 43-foot ceiling, illustrates multiple stories from the Bible.
2. The Eiffel Tower, France
It’s the Eiffel Tower, need we say more?
Built on the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution, the Eiffel Tower stands almost 1,000 feet tall. You can go all the way to the top, even take the stairs if you want, and see Paris from above.
3. The Colesseum, Italy
If you’re into ancient Roman and Greek architecture, you shouldn’t stop with just the Colosseum. Time travel into an older world with stops at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece and the city of Pompeii in Italy.
4. The Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy
Made of beautiful white marble, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is actually a bell tower for the Pisa cathedral. And it’s a lot smaller than you think it is.
5. The Hallerbos Forest, Belgium
If you are looking for something a little less traditional, you won’t regret stopping at the Hallerbos Forest. The trees are surrounded by purple beds of bluebells. They are in bloom sometime around the end of April.
Top Euro Travel Foods
Some of these foods might seem strange and unusual, but if you’re in the area, you have to give them a try.
1. Eispanner, Vienna
Are you a coffee person? The Eispanner is a double espresso with house-made whipped cream piped over the top. Sometimes it’s even served with complimentary Vienna chocolate.
2. Pierogi, Poland
Pierogi are dumplings filled with things like potatoes, meat, cheese, or fruit and topped with fried onions or sour cream. And they are absolutely delicious.
3. Gelato, Italy
You can’t leave Italy without trying some of its famous gelato. Similar to ice cream, gelato is creamy, sugary goodness topped with fruits and nuts.
4. Haggis, Scotland
Before you get completely grossed out, you have to try at least one bite of Haggis. The mix of sheep heart, liver, and lungs may just surprise you.
5. Waffles, Belgium
Waffles covered in chocolate, strawberries, and whipped cream? Yes, please.
Top Euro Travel Activities
This next list just scratches the surface of what you can do in Europe, so if none of these things are appealing to you, feel free to get some travel advice.
1. Ride the London Eye, London
The London Eye is a 443-foot Ferris wheel that sits on the bank of the River Thames. The wheel is open to the public and gives the highest view in all of London.
2. Stay in Inverlochy Castle, Scottland
Inverlochy Castle was converted into a hotel in 1969. Now you can stay in the same castle where royalty lived in years and year ago. Tluxuryery rooms will make you feel like royalty yourself.
3. Go to Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen
One of the oldest amusement parks in the world, this is a great place to visit if you are traveling with kids. But there is a lot more than rides at this park. You can watch live performances, walk through flower gardens, and even see peacocks walking around freely.
4. Go to the End of the Continent
At the very edge of the continent, sits a little outpost called Sagres. You can stand at the edge of the continent and look over the miles of ocean before you.
Plan All Your Euro Travel Adventures
You don’t want to travel all the way to Europe and suddenly realize you have no idea what to do. Plan where you’ll visit, what you’ll do, and all the foods you’ll try before you go!
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