SightseeingEurope
Rail journeys
Alpine and coastal routes are worth planning the trip around.
Multiple countries
Europe
Short hops between very different places
Europe rewards slow routes. Two or three cities linked by train beats five cities linked by flights.
Quick facts
Europe at a glance
The basics most travellers check before they start planning.
Best time to visit
May, June and September for weather without peak crowds.
Recommended trip
7–14 days
Typical travel style
Multi-city trips, rail journeys, culture and romantic getaways
Getting around
Trains between cities, metros, trams and walking
Weather & climate
Mild spring and autumn, warm summers, cold winters in the north and centre
Ideal for
Culture, Rail travel, Food, Romantic getaways
Explore
Explore Europe
Start with what you're most interested in — each area of the destination in one place.
Arts & Culture
Galleries, theatre, music and local history.
Explore →Attractions
Landmarks, museums and sights worth building a day around.
Explore →Food & Dining
Local dishes, food districts and where to eat well.
Explore →Neighborhoods
How the area breaks down and where to base yourself.
Explore →Shopping
Markets, main streets and outlet centres.
Explore →Outdoor Adventures
Parks, water, trails and day trips out of the city.
Explore →Family Activities
Things that work with kids in tow.
Explore →Nightlife
Bars, live music and late-night neighbourhoods.
Explore →Things to do
Top things to do in Europe
Experiences worth planning your days around. Availability and pricing are always shown by the travel partner, never by Zaventra.
Arts & cultureEurope
Old town walking tours
The fastest way to orient yourself in a new city.
Food & drinkEurope
Regional food and wine days
Tuscany, the Douro, Alsace and Rioja.
Where to stay
Find hotelsWhere to stay in Europe
Pick the area that suits your trip first, then compare hotels with our booking partner.
Getting there
Getting to Europe
How most travellers arrive, and what to weigh up before booking.
Flying
Compare open-jaw tickets — into one city, home from another.
Train
High-speed rail beats short flights once airport time is counted.
Bus
Budget coaches link most major cities for very little.
Ferry
Useful for the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia and the Mediterranean islands.
- Compare open-jaw tickets: into one city, home from another.
- Rail passes can beat point-to-point fares on multi-city routes.
- Budget airlines connect secondary airports cheaply.
Getting around
Getting around Europe
What actually works once you arrive.
Train
The backbone of any multi-city European trip.
Public transport
Metros and trams are cheap, frequent and easy to navigate.
Walking
Old towns are usually pedestrianised and compact.
Rental car
Best for countryside and coastal routes, not city centres.
Biking
Excellent in the Netherlands, Denmark and much of Germany.
Food & dining
What to eat in Europe
Eat regionally: the local speciality is almost always the best thing on the menu.
Local specialities
- Regional pasta and bread
- Local cheese and cured meats
- Market pastries
- Regional wine and beer
Covered markets
Breakfast, picnic supplies and cheap lunches.
Old town squares
Convenient, but step one street back for better value.
Neighbourhood bistros
Where locals eat, and usually where the best meals are.
Plan your trip
What a Europe trip costs
Shoulder season saves more on flights and hotels than any other single decision.
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