European Travel Destinations

Barcelona | European Destinations | Intentional Travelers

There are so many beautiful places to see in Europe. Learn more about some of our favorite European destinations below, with recommendations on what to see and do, where to eat, where to stay, and best walking tours (both guided and self-guided).

Where to go in Europe on a Budget

Our Europe city guides and self-guided walking tour itineraries will show you how to see Europe on a budget.

Italy

City | Self-Guided Florence Walking Tour

Few countries are more beautiful – and tasty – than Italy. From monumental historic cities like Florence and Rome, to off-the-beaten-path villages on Tuscany’s Etruscan Coast, you can’t really go wrong visiting Italy.

Learn More:

Florence Self-Guided Walking Tour Itinerary

A Guide to Tuscany’s Etruscan Coast

Unconventional Accommodations in Italy Guide

10 of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy

Hidden Gems in Tuscany

Tours: Bitemojo Rome, Cooking in Tuscany

Lisbon, Portugal

Miradouro viewpoint | Self Guided Walking Tour Itineraries for Three Days in Lisbon Portugal

Lisbon is another beautiful city getting a lot of attention these days. With colorful architecture, scenic city views, and mild winters, Lisbon is one of Europe’s most affordable cities to visit.

Learn More:

Lisbon Self-Guided Walking Tour Itineraries

What Not to Miss in Lisbon Portugal

Self-Guided Hiking Sintra Palaces Day Trip

Where to Stay in Lisbon

Is the Lisboa Card worth it?

Tours: We Hate Tourism and Walking Food Tour

Paris, France

The Louvre | A Budget Itinerary for Paris, France | Intentional Travelers

Paris is one of our favorite big cities in the world. With so many famous attractions and beautiful corners, you could spend anywhere from two days to two months exploring it all.

Learn More:

How to Prepare for a Budget Trip to France (with Paris Self-Guided Walking Tour)

Where to Stay in Paris

Belgium

Belgium might seem a bit more off-the-beaten-path but it makes a wonderful travel destination. It doesn’t get much more charming than Bruge’s UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. And Brussels has plenty to offer as well.

Learn More:

Top 5 Things to do in Bruges

Self-Guided Walking Tours Brussels

Is the Brussels Card worth it?

Switzerland

Zermatt, Switzerland | Intentional Travelers

Few places on our planet are more beautiful than the Swiss Alps, in our opinion. Visiting Switzerland isn’t cheap but the pristine mountain air, chocolate, cheese, hiking, and cute cottages can’t be beat.

Learn More:

Hikes and Day Trips from Nendaz, Switzerland

Tips for Visiting Geneva

Croatia

St. Michael fortress Ugljan Island | Best Day Trips from Zadar, Croatia

Croatia has been up-and-coming on the travel scene for a decade with beautiful coastlines, epic National Parks, and UNESCO World Heritage Old Towns that are well worth exploring.

Learn More:

Dalmatian Coast Road Trip Itinerary

Budget Guide + Self-Guided Walking Tour for Zadar

Zadar Day Trips

Zagreb in One Day Layover Guide

Planning A Trip to Europe? We recommend these tours and resources:

Culinary Backstreets Walking Food Tours: Join expert local guides, using food as a lense to explore urban issues. Available in select cities.
Use our referral code INTLTRVL to save 5% on your Culinary Backstreets tour!
See our review of Lisbon Song of the Seas tour

GetYourGuide Skip-the-Line Museum Tickets and Airport Transfers: GetYourGuide is a one-stop site for standard tours world-wide. We recommend it most for skip-the-line tickets to save yourself time at popular museums and major attractions. You can also book shared or private airport transfers for most cities.
Browse GetYourGuide tours and tickets here

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