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Searching for an amazing city break?
Craving culture, cuisine and a change of pace? A city break is the perfect way to escape the everyday - whether you're after cobbled streets and café culture, rooftop bars and skyline views, or art-filled afternoons and riverside strolls. We’ve shared five of our favourite trending city break destinations to spark your wanderlust. But these are just the beginning. If you’re dreaming of somewhere different or want a tailor-made escape that’s perfectly suited to you, get in touch - we’d love to help you plan your ideal city adventure.
Explore some of our favourite city break holiday destinations...
Budapest
Old soul but new energy.
Known for its dramatic architecture, thermal spas and vibrant ruin bars, Budapest blends old-world grandeur with a contemporary creative spirit.
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Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) offer ideal weather, fewer crowds and fall nicely into school holiday slots like Easter or October half-term.
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Take a private evening cruise down the Danube, soak in the historic Széchenyi Baths by moonlight, sip cocktails in hidden rooftop bars, or explore Buda Castle with a personal guide. Don’t miss a gourmet tasting tour through the city’s buzzing food scene.
New York
Iconic days and electric nights.
Best known for its soaring skyline, iconic landmarks, world-class dining and endless culture, this city never sleeps - and never stops surprising.
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Spring (April-June) and autumn (September to early November) are ideal for comfortable weather, colourful parks and buzzing city life - great for Easter or October half-term breaks.
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Take a helicopter ride above the skyline at sunset, sip rooftop cocktails overlooking Manhattan, catch a Broadway show from premium seats or take a guided street art tour through Brooklyn. Dine in hidden speakeasies or book a private gallery viewing in Soho.
Venice
Wander where the water leads.
Venice is best known for its winding canals, grand palazzos, rich Renaissance history and dream-like charm that feels suspended in time.
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Visit in late spring (May to early June) or early autumn (September) for mild weather, fewer crowds and golden evening light - perfect for half-term escapes and spontaneous long weekends.
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Glide through quiet canals on a private gondola at twilight, take a behind-the-scenes tour of Murano glassmakers, enjoy aperitivo on a rooftop terrace or book a chef-led tasting in a hidden bacaro. Discover Venice at dawn with a local guide - when it feels yours alone.
Seine River Cruise
Step aboard and back in time.
A Seine River cruise is known for weaving through historic cities, world-renowned art, fairy-tale villages and the effortlessly elegant charm of France.
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Spring (April-June) and early autumn (September-October) bring mild weather, fewer crowds and blooming countryside - perfect for Easter or October escapes.
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Savour wine in a sun-drenched vineyard near Rouen, join a private art tour at the Musée d’Orsay, cycle along the riverbanks of Normandy or enjoy candlelit dining with château views as the Seine sparkles just outside your suite.
Lisbon
Steep streets and sweeping views.
Lisbon is best known for its pastel-toned streets, soulful Fado music, dramatic viewpoints and a rich mix of old-world charm and contemporary cool.
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Spring (April-June) and early autumn (September-October) offer the best mix of sunshine, fewer crowds and a laid-back vibe - ideal for Easter or October half-term getaways.
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Sip vinho verde on a sunset cruise along the Tagus River, ride a vintage tram through Alfama, explore the hidden courtyards of a palace-turned-hotel or indulge in a private pasteis de nata baking workshop with a local chef.