When it comes to organising a holiday to soothe your wanderlust, sometimes the perfect thing you can do is sort out a weekend break away. This will give you a set time limit to enjoy a new place before returning to your daily life. Well, if you want to do this during the autumn period, you should satiate yourself by planning a trip in Europe. There are so many countries that you can visit, and some take only an hour to get there. Here are our top suggestions for that perfect autumn weekend break.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
When it comes to the Netherlands, from the moment you touch down and then get one of the many options of airport taxi transfers to your hotel, you have a whole range of cities to visit during the autumn season. After all, a lot of the Netherlands’ cities are extremely close to each other, including Den Haag and Utrecht. However, a tourist favourite is Amsterdam. Of course, you have probably heard of the famous red-light district, however Amsterdam has far more than that to explore. This includes musical cabarets, the Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank’s House and the gorgeous canals.
Florence, Italy
If you are after a bit of a historical culture break, then why not travel over to Italy? Florence is home to some of the most gorgeous Italian medieval monuments and renaissance paintings. This includes the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its iconic red dome, the Uffizi Gallery or the Galleria dell’Accademia to see some of Michelangelo’s most famous works of art, including “David.” Seeing Italy in autumn is perfect as the weather will not be too hot. This means that you will be able to move around the city without getting overheated.
Barcelona, Spain
Spain is a great place to go if you are looking to catch the sun, even when it is autumn. However, if you want to see some of the most gorgeous gothic architectural designs in all of Europe, this is the place to be. This includes the harlequin buildings of the Modernistas or the sky-high buildings of Jean Nouvel, Herzog and de Meuron. If you are a fan of architecture, and want to avoid the tourists, Barcelona is a fantastic area to visit. With its relaxed atmosphere, you will be settling in in no time.
Lisbon, Portugal
Looking for a romantic place to visit in the middle of Autumn? Lisbon is a simple city that has an idyllic Atlantic Ocean backdrop. This beautiful city is full of Latin traditions and fairytale-like buildings. You and your partner can enjoy the Baixa district, full of markets and herbalists, or even try out the century-old wooden trams to get around the city.
Brussels, Belgium
One of the best places to go for a little bit of culture during the autumn period is Brussels. This is a city that is designed for walking in the mild weather. The architecture of the area will leave you stunned. Brussels is filled with white 15th centuries buildings, including the Grand Place and La Botanique. However, if you feel a little chilly, there are also a ton of museums to enjoy, including the MuseeRoyaux Beaux Arts. Step into a world of culture during your weekend break – you won’t regret it!