The best cities in the world for a city break vacation have been named

Traveling takes a lot of time, both for preparation and for the trip itself. However, even for busy tourists, there is a convenient way to relax - a city break.

In a short time, such as a weekend, you have time to visit only one city and enjoy its nightlife and main attractions. Time Out magazine told about ten European cities that are best suited for such a city break.

Rotterdam, the Netherlands

Many consider Rotterdam to be the cultural heart of the Netherlands, and it successfully competes with the capital Amsterdam. And in 2025, the new FENIX space will open here. It will be the first museum in the world to take visitors around the world and tell them about the impact of migration through art. After the tour, enjoy delicacies at the Cookery Factory and explore the canals of Rotterdam. Or admire the city's famously eclectic architecture on foot.

Budapest, Hungary

The Hungarian capital is becoming one of the main tourist destinations in Europe, in part because it organizes major music festivals such as Sziget, Kolorádó, and Balaton Sound. It is also home to seven Michelin-starred restaurants. Add to this the lively nightlife, stunning architecture, and relaxing spas, and you have every reason to visit one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

Cork, Ireland

Ireland's second most populous city has a reputation for being the more laid-back little brother of crowded Dublin. And in 2025, it will host a brand new Cork Fringe festival! From May 9 to 11, you can enjoy traditional Irish theater, music, and comedy. Participants will come from all over the world. And don't forget to check out Mutton Lane, one of the best pubs in Ireland, which serves great beer.

Girona, Spain

Girona is literally steeped in history - no wonder it was one of the main filming locations for Game of Thrones. All thanks to its well-preserved medieval architecture. But the city also keeps up with the times. For example, it offers its guests cycling and cycling classes. And true gourmets will love the El Celler de Can Roca restaurant, which has been awarded three Michelin stars. However, you will have to make sure that you get in line in time to visit it. However, lesser-known establishments will delight you with excellent tapas and Catalan dishes.

Helsinki, Finland

The capital of Finland has been awarded the title of the world's most sustainable city by the Global Allocation System. It also offers a lot of unexpected experiences, including those related to the idea of sustainable development. For example, you can visit a thrift store right at the airport. Be sure to visit the city's Oodi library and sing karaoke with the Finns. In addition, in 2025, the famous Arne Jacobsen's Finland Hall will open after a long reconstruction, and the Helsinki Art Museum will delight you with a huge exhibition of Toove Jansson's Moomins until April.

Porto, Portugal

Porto, with its beautiful azulejo tiled buildings, quaint bookstores and old-school cinemas, is essentially the perfect place to walk around. Be sure to try a local wine in some coastal harbor house or a port and tonic in one of the many great rooftop bars. In 2024, Portugal's second Time Out Market opened in the historic São Bento train station, offering a lively new space to sample the city's most delicious food and drink.

Tbilisi, Georgia

Filled with quaint architecture and steeped in fascinating history, Tbilisi is located in the heart of the historic Silk Road trade route. The city is one of the oldest capitals in the world, making it the perfect place to explore the culture. Medieval churches, a factory converted into a food market, and luxurious local wines - you'll find it all here.

Milan, Italy

There are more reasons than ever to visit the capital of Italian fashion. In December, Brera Gallery opened the Brera Modern space, which is part of a new multifunctional arts complex. It is located right in the middle of the area known for its fashion boutiques, upscale bars and trattorias serving the iconic Milanese risotto with saffron flavor. High-fashion fans can get their fix in the Quadrilatero della Moda, Milan's main fashion district, and its Via Monte Napoleone, the most expensive shopping street in the world. The hipster neighborhood along the canals of Navigli is the perfect place to end the day.

Krakow, Poland

There are many reasons to visit Poland's cultural capital in 2025. From the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, where you'll wander the cobblestone streets under the watchful eye of the Gothic Mariacki Church, to the fantastic Wieliczka Salt Mine, 180 km of underground tunnels that culminate in an entire cathedral carved into the salt deposits, you'll find magnificent architecture. But the real lure is the mosaic of neighborhoods, each with its own atmosphere. There is Kazimierz with its bars and rock clubs. And then there's the up-and-coming Zablockie, a post-industrial enclave of contemporary art galleries, wine tasting rooms, and food halls serving everything from bao buns to handmade burgers.

Oslo, Norway

The capital of Norway may be small, but there is plenty to do here. First of all, visit a local sauna. Dare to sit as long as possible in a hot wooden box and then jump into an icy fjord. Culture fans will also enjoy this place. For example, visit the Nordic Pixel Forest Pipilotti Rist, a light and sound exhibition in Ekeberg Park. And don't forget the food. National treasure and innovative Nordic chef Heidi Bjerkan brings her skills to the new Credo cafe and restaurant in the National Library.

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