National Railway Museum
The National Railway Museum in York, England houses some of the world’s most loved steam locomotives and it’s free. The biggest draw is the Flying Scotsman which has been undergoing a multi-million pounds facelift, but you’ll also find the iconic … Continue readingNational Railway Museum
Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most familiar landmarks in New York and there are lots of places to get a great view of it. South Street Seaport and the Staten Island Ferry offer good views, but there’s nothing quite … Continue readingBrooklyn Bridge
Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen is a mix of theme park, concert venue, attractive gardens and restaurants. It tries to cater for all ages, so you’ll find a little bit of everything here and certainly there’s a real mix of people … Continue readingTivoli Gardens
York Treasurer’s House
The Treasurer’s House in York is at the rear of York Minster and was originally part of the Minster’s administration buildings. In 1897 though, it was bought by a millionaire, a chap called Frank Green, and he set about converting … Continue readingYork Treasurer’s House
Temple Bar, Dublin
Temple Bar is the most famous area of Dublin and you’ll find cobbled streets here with traditional pubs serving ever flowing Guinness. The name comes from Sir William Temple who bought the land between Dame Street and the River Liffey back … Continue readingTemple Bar, Dublin
San Lorenzo Market, Florence
San Lorenzo market in Florence is a vibrant city centre market which lines the streets near the Basilica di San Lorenzo. Florence is known for its leather goods and you’ll find plenty of leather merchandise available here along with scarves, … Continue readingSan Lorenzo Market, Florence
Mozarthaus
Mozarthaus in Vienna as a grand city centre apartment which was Mozart’s home for around 3 years. He actually lived in a number of different apartments in Vienna, but this is the only one which still remains. He did live … Continue readingMozarthaus
Nyhavn, Copenhagen
Nyhavn is the prettiest street in Copenhagen! There are walkways either side of a canal and the buildings along it are painted brightly in different colours. The walkway is big enough on one side for the restaurants here to serve … Continue readingNyhavn, Copenhagen
Beacon Hill, Boston
Beacon Hill is a historic and desirable area of Boston and it’s a lovely place to walk around. It’s only on the edge of downtown Boston, but you’ll feel like you’re a world away in another time period. The things … Continue readingBeacon Hill, Boston
Magic Fountain, Barcelona
The Magic Fountain of Montjuic in Barcelona is a popular attraction when it “performs” and despite the crowds, we’d thoroughly recommend seeing it. The fountain offers a music, light and water show all wrapped into one but only at certain … Continue readingMagic Fountain, Barcelona