Top 4 Autumn European City Breaks

As the days begin to cool down and night starts creeping in earlier and earlier each day, it is time to say goodbye to summer and embrace autumn. This means that kids are back in school; leaves are starting to turn brown and it’s going to be at least 9 months until we see the sun again.

It might feel like once summer has passed there is nothing to look forward to until Christmas but this doesn’t have to be the case. In fact, autumn can be the perfect time for a European city break. There will be fewer crowds, cheaper accommodation and plenty of fun to be had but the weather won’t be so bad that you will have to spend the whole time inside. A brisk chill is actually preferable to intense heat in some cases.

So, which European cities are perfect for an Autumn getaway? We have a few favourites that are perfect for visiting once the heat of summer has subsided and the streets are a little emptier. Read on to find check out our suggestions.

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is beautiful whenever you go but there is something about this city in autumn that is truly magical. As the leaves turn red and fall alongside the canals, this Dutch gem becomes one of the most picturesque places in Europe. Spend your days cycling through the city on a rental bike or strolling through the city centre, stopping off at the numerous galleries and museums as you go. If it gets too chilly then take a break in a café and warm up with some coffee and pancakes.

Rome

The trouble with Rome in the summer is that it really is unbearably hot. But, what is a sweaty dustbowl in the summer turns into a masterpiece in the autumn. Visiting Rome in autumn means that you will still have delightfully warm weather but you will be able to walk around without being drenched in your own sweat. There will also be far fewer tourists there. You can check out the Coliseum and Pantheon without having to jostle people for space and you won’t need to wait in line to get your daily pasta fix.

Barcelona

I have never met anyone who hasn’t fallen in love with Barcelona. The people are astonishingly beautiful and the energy of the city is incredible. Planning your city break to Barcelona for autumn means you will still be able to hang out at the beach and eat al fresco but you won’t overheat while you’re at it. Autumn weather here is perfect for warm days checking out the Sagrada Familia and other famous sites and cool evenings sharing a pitcher of Sangria with friends.

Tallinn

Estonia might not be the first place you would think of to spend your European city break but, believe it or not, Tallinn is well worth a visit. The centre of the capital is contained within the boundaries of a medieval walled city, which features cobbled streets, lined with cute boutiques and cafés. Outside of the walled city are shopping malls, a business district and a quirky Bohemian area that is all colour and creativity. Given its location, visiting Tallinn in the summer can be tiring because the sun virtually never sets. This can make sleeping a bit of a challenge. In autumn this problem is eliminated so you can sleep like a baby and get the most out of your days.