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10 Underrated European Cities You Must Visit

Underrated European Cities

By Noren JacksonPublished 6 months ago 2 min read

The picturesque cities of Europe are common to grab the attention in the Europe Tour Packages, and here comes the question of where are the lesser known exceptional places? To people, who enjoy genuine experiences without the large masses of people, Europe is full of lesser-known cities, which are worth visiting. We will reveal some real magic, where you can find so much history, so much warm culture and so much value, which might be ignored in regular European Holidays Packages.

These are some of the underestimated cities in Europe that you have to see:

Ljubljana, Slovenia:

a fairytale-like capital, can be described as a capital with both a fairytale castle and a dragon bridge, in addition to pedestrian-friendly old town. It is clean, green and very endearing and has a relaxed atmosphere.

Check: Slovenia Tour Packages

Ghent, Belgium:

Ghent can be easily ignored in favor of Bruges, but it is a thriving university city with beautiful medieval buildings, trendy street art, and some excellent cuisine. It has equally beautiful canals, but less visited by tourists.

Check: Belgium Tour Packages

Bologna, Italy:

The Italian capital of cuisine, Bologna has spectacular food (imagine tagliatelle al ragiu!), fabulous medieval porticoes, and a young, exuberantly energetic spirit courtesy of: the oldest university in Europe. Eat like a local and avoid queues!

Check: Italy Tour Packages

Seville, Spain:

As it becomes popular the place does not feel too touristic like Barcelona or Madrid. It has a breath taking Alcazar, flamenco dance and a fascinating tapas bar which make it memorable.

Check: Spain Tour Packages

Valletta, Malta:

It is a UNESCO World Heritage site with some magnificent Baroque architecture and spectacular views of the harbor, which is considered very small and strongly fortified capital. It is a kind of open-air museum!

Check: Malta Tour Packages

Plovdiv, Bulgaria:

Plovdiv is one of the oldest cities on the continent still yet inhabited by people and this has earned it some of the oldest buildings such as a Roman amphitheatre as well as old town it has a colourful housing and some dynamic art scene. It is also so cheap.

Check: Bulgaria Tour Packages

Graz, Austria:

Austrian city Graz is a lively unistown with an easy-going vibe outside Vienna and Salzburg. It has some of the most beautiful architecture, has a funicular up to a clock tower, and a wonderful food market- it is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Check: Austria Tour Packages

Riga, Latvia:

A Baltic jewel that is characterized by wonderful Art Nouveau area, beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, and vibrant nightlife. It is a mix of history and the modern Nordic style.

Tirana, Albania:

Albania is a formerly embattled nation and its capital is the explosion of energy and colors. Visit its colorful Blloku district, educate yourself about its communist history in interesting museums and admire surprising coffee culture.

Check: Albania Tour Packages

Pozna, Poland:

Everyone knows Krakow and Warsaw, one can visit Pozna with its colorful houses full of merchants, its cozy imperial castle, and tasteful traditional Polish food. It is an amazing cost efficient alternative.

Check: Poland Tour Packages

Conclusion:

These are cities that provide more of an in depth look of the diverse tapestry of Europe and thus provide them the chance to immerse themselves in the culture more and have a more genuine travel experience. Do not keep your horizons confined only to the well beaten tracks, so when planning your next Europe Tour Packages or Europe Holiday Packages take note of these ones as they will really get you off the beaten track!

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About the Creator

Noren Jackson

I'm a passionate travel blogger who explores the world's most exciting destinations and shares travel tips, guides, and must-visit spots. From hidden gems to famous landmarks, my blog covers everything you need for an unforgettable journey.

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