U&I Travel's Top 8 City Break Destinations
Here at U&I Travel, we love to keep you updated with the best travel experiences to suit your needs. With Winter approaching, we understand that city breaks may be more suitable for you and your loved ones or friends. The Summer holidays are over, and it may be easier for you to escape for a long weekend rather than a week or two!
With that in mind, we've put together our top 8 City Break destinations for you to explore.
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So, let's get straight to it (in no particular order!).
1. PARIS
Whether you wish to travel with your partner or a group of friends, Paris is ALWAYS a good idea! The French capital carries an air of romance which is fully deserved and still authentic. You will find history and culture throughout every street in Paris, so if you've never been before, you can be certain that your trip will be filled with new, must-see experiences.
U&I Hotel Recommendations
U&I Activity Recommendations
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Monmarte
Louvre
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Experimental Cocktail Club (Bar)
Le Papillon (Restaurant)
Harry's New York Bar (Bar)
Nanaumi (Restaurant)
Le Bar Du Plaza Athenee (Bar)
Le Vent 'Armor (Restaurant)
2. NEW YORK
In our opinion, NYC is definitely up there with the top city breaks out there. Note that there is a LOT to do and see in New York, so we recommend a good 4 days at least if you want to make the most of it.
U&I Hotel Recommendations
The Standard, High Line New York
Embassy Suites by Hilton New York
U&I Activity Recommendations
Statue of Liberty
Brooklyn Bridge
Rockefeller Building
Empire State Building
Central Park
Hudson River
Fifth Avenue
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Frank (Restaurant)
Crompton Ale House (Bar)
Takahachi (Restaurant)
St. Cloud Rooftop (Bar)
Jacob's Pickles (Restaurant)
The Loopy Doopy Rooftop (Bar)
Eileen's Special Cheesecake (Restaurant)
Bleecker Street Pizza (Restaurant)
Aquagrill (Restaurant)
3. BARCELONA
Barcelona is somewhere where you can find a magnificent combination of city break and beach holiday. The streets of this Spanish city, officially part of Catalonia, are filled with tapas bars, cafes, and eye-catching buildings bearing the influence of the visionary architect Antoni Gaudi. This is definitely one of our faves for a couple's getaway!
U&I Hotel Recommendations
U&I Activity Recommendations
Roman Catholic Church Sagrada Familia
Gothic Quarter
The Marina
Barcelona Football Club
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Teoric Taverna Gastronomica (Restaurant)
Old Fashioned Gin & Tonic Bar (Bar)
Pizzeria Da Nanni (Restaurant)
Rubi Bar (Bar)
Lascar 74 (Restaurant)
4. LONDON
Well, if there's one city that are 100% familiar with and sure about, it's our hometown, London! Whether you want to bring the family for a fun-filled weekend, come on your own to explore the many sights and landmarks, or spend a romantic weekend in one of our top recommended luxury spa hotels, you can be sure that London will fulfil your every need. Make sure you head to the West End for a show, too!
U&I Hotel Recommendations
The May Fair, A Raddison Collection Hotel
U&I Activity Recommendations
London Eye
Madame Tussauds
Buckingham Palace
Big Ben
London Dungeons
Royal Albert Hall
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Sexy Fish (Restaurant)
Andrew Edmunds (Bar)
Mammounia Lounge (Restaurant)
The Connaught Bar (Bar)
Bao (Restaurant)
The Alchemist (Bar)
Hawksmoor (Restaurant)
Xu (Restaurant)
5. AMSTERDAM
A flight from the UK can be as short as 45 minutes, so there’s no excuse not to hop on a plane and spend a long weekend in Amsterdam. The lively city is famous for it's nightlife, but it also has an extremely friendly and laid back atmosphere, too.
U&I Hotel Recommendations
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
The Student Hotel Amsterdam City
U&I Activity Recommendations
Luxury Canal Tour
Van Gogh Museum
Jewish Quarter Anne Frank Walking Tour
Amsterdam Heineken Experience
Red Light District
Glow-in-the-dark Mini Golf
Tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam Volendam and Marken
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Cafe Sonneveld (Restaurant)
Icebar (Bar)
San Tommaso (Restaurant)
De Royal Chophouse (Retaurant)
Restaurant Kukeleku (Restaurant)
Red Light District (Lots of bars!)
6. Dublin
Dublin is a fantastic choice for a city break, and there is a lot to see during your visit. From the nightlife to galleries and shops, you'll certainly have a jam-packed weekend away. Of course, if you're a fan of Guinness, then Dublin is a necessity!
U&I Hotel Recommendations
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
U&I Activity Recommendations
Merrion Square
Guiness Storehouse
The Irish Emigration Museum
The DART train to explore the coastline
St Patrick's Cathedral
Francis Street
St Stephen's Green
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Darkey Kelly's (Bar & Restaurant)
NoLIta (Bar)
The Vintage Kitchen (Restaurant)
Lemon and Duke (Bar)
Mulberry Garden (Restaurant)
The Beer Market (Bar)
Beanhive (Restaurant)
7. Beirut
In our opinion, Beirut is definitely one of the hidden treasures of the world. Did you know that during certain months of the year, you can drive up to the mountains of Lebanon and ski, and come back down to Beirut City Centre and sunbathe on the beach. Beirut is one of the only places in the world where you can find a luxury five star hotel situated next to an abandoned building that has been destroyed from the war; it's definitely a city which we couldn't recommend more.
U&I Hotel Recommendations
U&I Activity Recommendations
Jeita Grotto
Byblos
Beiteddine Palace
Downtown Beirut
Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour
U&I Restaurant/Bar Recommendations
Mhanna Sur Mer (Restaurant)
Babel (Restaurant)
Music Hall (Bar/Club)
Pacifico (Restaurant/Bar)
The Sporting Hall (Beach Club)
Mitsu-Ya (Restaurant)
Cafe Centreville (Restaurant)
8. Marrakech - in partnership with My Marrakech
Marrakech in Morocco is a place for adventure and exploration, as well as a bit of luxury, too. With our partnership with My Marrakech Concierge, you can be certain that you will be looked after and treated like a VIP from start to finish. "My Marrakech offers stunning holiday villas situated across Marrakech, where you can experience an intimate ‘home away from home’ experience.You can relax and unwind with peace of mind, knowing your villa comes with top of the range security and daily housekeeping services. Our chefs will cater to your every request. We are able to schedule meals around individuals or groups and will accommodate all dietary requirements."
U&I Hotel Recommendations