City Breaks:

Explore a rich tapestry of urban history and culture

Immerse yourself in the finest things that Europe's most historic cities can offer - many just a short flight from the UK. Get your exploring shoes on, here are our Top 10 Best City Breaks.

1. Paris - for ease of access, atmosphere and experiences, Paris has to be number one. Just a couple of hours away by train or plane, and with so much to offer for a weekend break, from museums and shopping to dining and just strolling the streets.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: the romantic number one.

2. Barcelona - good weather, fascinating architecture, museums, tapas and more! Barcelona is a lively city, and has easily accessible beaches for those who want to combine sightseeing with relaxing in the sun.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: don't miss this jewel in the Spanish crown.

3. Amsterdam - a harmonious blend of ancient and modern, Amsterdam is a city of peaceful canals, cobbled streets, artistic heritage and colourful nightlife.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: barely an hour's flight away. A must-visit.

4. Prague - Charismatic Prague is one of Europe's most attractive cities. Perfect for strolling in the medieval cobbled streets, relaxing in the ancient squares and admiring the 'city of a hundred spires'.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: it's bohemian. It's also brilliant.

5. Athens - The Greeks' love of life is nowhere more apparent than in its ancient capital. The Acropolis is one of the world's best known sights, while the tavernas in the Plaka must be sampled.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: teeming with life, it's one of the cradles of civilisation.

6. Venice - Magical Venice, with its lattice-work of islands, canals and bridges, enchants all those who visit. Its labyrinthine streets, opulent palaces and tiny squares are fascinating to explore, with something different around every corner.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: this is living history and breathtaking beauty.

7. Dublin - Dublin is a cosmopolitan city of contrasts - on the one hand fiercely proud of its heritage and on the other progressively modern. Visits to the Guinness Storehouse, Book of Kells and Dublin's bars and restaurants mustn't be missed.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: for atmosphere and a great Gaelic welcome.

8. Budapest - Truly a cultural city, Budapest, is divided by the River Danube, with medieval Buda on the west bank and Pest, the modern commercial centre, on the east. Admire the Houses of Parliament, sample some of the 123 natural springs and spa treatments and take a trip on the Danube.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: an enchanting blend of east and west.

9. Reykjavik - The world's most northerly city is fast becoming one of Europe's most popular destinations. Cosmopolitan and cultural, it offers a wide range of modern and historical attractions. In addition to sightseeing and shopping, visitors can take whale watching and puffin tours and view the Northern Lights.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: an oasis of fascination in the middle of the Atlantic.

10. Vienna - A musical inspiration to composers such as Beethoven and Mozart, Vienna continues to enthral its guests. Admire the architecture, visit the Sigmund Freud museum and the famous Spanish Riding School.

    Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: culture. And chocolate!

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