Top European Destinations and Landmarks to Visit

Vienna’s imperial buildings and palaces show the wealth and power of its former monarchs.

Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument, is allegedly associated with early astrology.

Matterhorn, one of the highest mountains in Europe, is popular with climbers and hikers.

The Plitvice Lakes, located in central Croatia, comprise 16 lakes surrounded by lush forests and connected by waterfalls.

Budapest is home to many museums, churches, palaces, and the Museum of Fine Arts.

Lisbon, the Portuguese capital, encouraged explorers to sail far and wide around the world.

Gullfoss, a spectacular waterfall in southern Iceland, is fed by a glacier.

Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization, is home to many major landmarks, including the Acropolis.

The Bay of Kotor, located in southwestern Montenegro, is picturesque and hemmed in by mountains.

Moscow is an old city with plenty of attractions, including the Kremlin, Lenin’s Tomb, and St. Basil’s Cathedral.

Venice is famous for its canals, bridges, and landmarks such as San Marco Square and Doge’s Palace.

Monte Carlo, the major city in the tiny principality of Monaco, is known for its glitz, glamour, and elite casino.

The Alhambra in Granada, Spain, is a gorgeous palace-fortress complex and one of the great wonders of Spain.

The Alhambra in Granada is a must-visit destination due to its rich history and stunning architectural style.

Florence is a city known for its history and great artists like Michelangelo, and visitors should not miss visiting famous landmarks like the Uffizi Gallery or The Academia.

London is a fascinating city with many attractions like Buckingham Palace, Hampton Court Palace, and Harrods shopping center.

Neuschwanstein Castle is known as the fairy tale castle due to its stunning Romanesque Revival style that served as an inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty.

Amsterdam is a beautiful city with canals lined with narrow row houses, museums like Rembrandt’s house, and Rijksmuseum, and tourists shouldn't miss visiting the famous Anne Frank house.

Prague, with its rich history, is one of the best places to visit in Europe, and visitors should not miss visiting the Old Town, Prague Castle, and Wenceslas Square.

Istanbul is a city with rich history and is known for its colorful markets and mosques like the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

Geirangerfjord, with its stunning blue waterfalls that can be viewed while taking a sightseeing trip on a car ferry, is a must-visit destination in Norway.

Barcelona is a bustling city on the Mediterranean Sea that is known for its landmark structures like La Sagrada Familia and La Rambla.

Dubrovnik is a small, fortified city that is one of the most visited cities on the Mediterranean, and visitors should not miss visiting St. Viaho's sculptures and the city's patron saint.

Santorini is a prime destination with its picture-postcard villages, an active volcano, and stunning sunsets that visitors should not miss visiting.

Paris is a riveting city on the River Seine with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Sacred Heart, and Notre Dame that visitors should not miss visiting.

Rome is home to many great monuments including the Colosseum for gladiator contests and the Vatican City with its impressive St. Peter’s Basilica.

The Vatican City is a tiny country inside the city of Rome and is a must-see landmark with its impressive St. Peter's Basilica with art provided by Michelangelo.

Visitors to Rome may have the chance to glimpse the pope at his Wednesday audiences.