Backpacking Through Europe

Posts categorized as ‘European Destinations’

Athens, Greece is one of the oldest and most historic places on the planet. Athens is one of the few places on earth where you can soak up rich ancient history from the moment you arrive. Athens is a city of extremes with it’s stone and marble ruins surrounded by modern steel and glass. Whatever your fancy, you are guaranteed to find the best of both worlds in Athens. Continuing our journey of excellent European destinations here is your guide to the top 5 things to do in Athens. Read the rest of this entry »

Paris is one of the most beautiful and iconic places to visit in Europe. It is known for its extensive culture, art museums, historical landmarks and recreational activities. With countless attractions in Paris, it is one of the most exciting places to visit for a traveler. The city has a unique culture, delicious cuisine, impressive artwork, and some of the most inspiring historical sites in the world. Whether you plan to visit the city for a day or to while traveling through Europe, or it is the destination for your entire vacation, don’t miss these top attractions in Paris:
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London is a city rich in history with so many sights to see, it may be difficult to choose a destination. There are a wide variety of tourist attractions in London, and seeing them all would take an entire trip. It’s important to know what sights you’d like to see most before you arrive, that way you can plan accordingly. Like any city, there is unlimited shopping, dining, and entertainment venues but what makes London so special is the history. There is no choosing between taking a tour of Buckingham Palace, the home of Royalty for almost two hundred years and touring the House of Parliament, a living tribute to the nation’s lawmakers. Each is a chance of a lifetime to view living history and the artifacts that tell the story of the country. Below you will find 6 of the most memorable and inspiring tourist attractions in London.
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Whether one is flying first class and staying in a luxury hotel, or a college student backpacking Europe and staying in youth hostels, there are so many things to do in Rome that it will take some real decision making to decide what to do. In fact, with so many incredible places to visit and things to do, many people end up spending entire vacations in Rome.

Hotels near the center of Rome abound and there will be something to meet any traveler’s budget. For backpackers, a good choice is to stay around the main railway station, Termini. This local is central to the city and lodging, restaurants, and pubs are more affordable.

Once settled in one’s accommodations it will be a good idea to put on one’s very best pair of walking shoes because touring Rome is all about walking. There are so many things to do in Rome, that the suggestions that follow will offer something to a wide range of visitors and their interests.
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Spain is one of the most beautiful and diverse places to visit in Europe. People travel here from all over the world to experience its impressive architecture, unique culture, and inspiring history. The people of Spain are an incredible bunch and are one of the best parts of visiting the country. With so much history in one place, there are enough things to do in Spain to keep you busy for an entire trip. Below, are just 5 of many memorable things to do while you are visiting Spain. If you’ve only got a limited time to spend, then use the list below to help you decide what you’d like to do most. Read the rest of this entry »

Planning your visit to England is exciting and fun, but it can be overwhelming when you consider how much incredible culture and history is packed into this relatively small portion of Europe. There are probably more things to do in England than you can experience in one trip, but there are some essentials that you will not want to miss.
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A trip to Europe is not complete without a visit to the land of legends and leprechauns. If your trip is backpacking through Europe, places to visit in Ireland are numerous, and every stop along the way has a nearby city or countryside to spend the night in the comforts of home or underneath the stars. Visiting Ireland covers four distinct areas: East coast, west coast, south coast, and Northern Ireland. Wonderful places to visit in Ireland range in choices from castles to the history of the Titanic. Every distinct area has its unique treasures and stories.
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When people think about visiting Europe, the capital of Germany is often at the top their lists and with good reason as there are many things to do in Berlin. Berlin is one of the most dynamic and exciting European destinations. It is a major bustling metropolis that is teeming with culture and history. No serious scholar of either subject would visit Germany without a stop to the famed city that produced so many great minds. Regardless whether you want to go to museums, historic sites, enjoy fine dining, or the famous nightlife, the many things to do in Berlin will not leave you disappointed.
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With almost 2 million people, Barcelona is the largest city in Spain. It is situated on Spain’s northeastern coast of the Mediterranean. The city is considered to be one of the most popular European destinations for people backpacking in Europe. There are so many things to do in Barcelona.
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When touring Spain, you will discover that there are plenty of places to visit in Barcelona. The second largest city in Spain next to Madrid, the City of Barcelona lies along the northeastern coast of the country, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The city has an excellent public transportation system similar to any other metropolitan region in Europe. The Barcelona Metro will take you to close to all of the major attractions of the city and will enable you to see many in just a single day.
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