I have been lucky enough to visit Europe 3 times in my life and with my most recent adventure in Spain, Germany, Hungary, and Austria – we figured Europe had to be included as one of our Fave 5 Summer Destinations! Here’s a little breakdown of these countries in case you want to plan a trip of your own!
- Spain: This country is full of fun activities, delicious food, and amazing culture! Be sure to visit Madrid’s Prado Museum and botanical gardens or check out a traditional Spanish bullfight (if you aren’t squeamish!). Barcelona boasts a wonderful Picasso Museum, La Sagrada Familia church, and (of course) swimming in the Mediterranean! Remember to eat paella!
La Sagrada Familia; Barcelona, Spain
- Germany: This country has tons of history (sad but important to learn about and remember!) and you can check out things like the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery and the Holocaust Museum. Also worth checking out are Museum Island and Schloss Charlottenburg! You’ll have no trouble finding sausages and beer!
East Side Gallery; Berlin, Germany
- Hungary: Check out the best of Budapest by taking a walk across the famous Chain Bridge to “Buda” and riding the funicular up the hill to Buda Palace, which was restored after the war and now houses many works of art. Stop by the Fisherman’s Bastion for a great view of the entire city. Don’t forget to see Heroes’ Square or St. Stephen’s Basilica! Hope you like paprika because it is in almost every dish!
Chain Bridge; Budapest, Hungary
- Austria: In Vienna, you can spend some time in the Hofburg Palace Complex. Try to schedule your visit so you can see the Vienna Boys’ Choir perform at Burgkapelle! St. Stephan’s church is another must-see in Vienna! Make sure you try some traditional Viennese schnitzel!
St Stephen’s Basilica; Vienna, Austria
This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what these countries have to offer! Make sure you do some extra research if you plan on visiting!
What is your favorite destination in Europe?
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