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Culture Trip insider travel guides to the world’s most exciting cities

Melbourne

Home to city jaunts and seaside strolls, the state capital juxtaposes calm and chaos

Prague

Baroque architecture, Bohemian art and Czech beer await in the City of a Hundred Spires

Beijing

Symbols of an imperial past and monuments to a high-tech future collide in China's capital

Venice

The ‘floating’ lagoon city welcomes the culturally curious with its gastronomy and art

Dublin

The Irish capital’s flourishing cultural scene complements its thriving nightlife

Barcelona

With eccentric architecture and exceptional cuisine, this city knows no bounds

Shanghai

Even as China's finance hub speeds into the future, tradition persists in its narrow lanes

San Francisco

On the hills above the Bay, hippies and yuppies vie for space – and their city's identity

Sydney

From its golden sands to its world-class cuisine, ‘The Emerald City’ is an Australian gem

Tokyo

Only in Japan's capital are robots welcomed with the same enthusiam as spring's blossoms

Florence

The cradle of the Renaissance embodies romance with its legendary art and architecture

Berlin

Turbulent history and buzzing nightlife converge in Germany’s dynamic urban centre

Paris

The City of Light has always drawn big thinkers: writers, revolutionaries, green pioneers

Edinburgh

Entwined with character, this city is a hybrid of natural beauty and urban wonders

Hong Kong

Chinese, British and indigenous influences fuse in a neon-lit metropolis unlike any other

Los Angeles

From Venice Beach to the Hollywood Hills, there's more to LA than celebrity and brunch

Milan

Italy’s fashion hub welcomes those inspired by creativity, art and aesthetics

New York City

With the world in five boroughs, it's easy to be wide-eyed in the City That Never Sleeps

Austin

The motto "Keep Austin Weird" sums up the home of live music, Tex-Mex and 1.5 million bats

London

Curious skyscrapers, Brutalist blocks and Medieval relics jostle for space in London town

Special Collections of Handpicked Hotels

One of a kind places to stay, now bookable directly on Culture Trip

Places to Stay

11 Dreamy Places To Stay in London for Budget or Blowout Trips

Places to Stay

5 Places To Stay in Shanghai With Contemporary Chinese Style

Places to Stay

5 Retro Places To Stay in Austin That Will Take You Back in Time

Places to Stay

7 Places to Stay in Los Angeles With Fascinating Histories

Food & Drink

11 Places To Stay in Paris That Are Perfect for Foodies

Places to Stay

9 Places To Stay in Tokyo Where Tradition and Modernity Meet

Places to Stay

7 Places To Stay in New York With Mesmerizing Rooftop Views

Places to Stay

6 Places To Stay in San Francisco With Incredible Cocktail Bars

Destination Wishlists

Curated travel ideas inspired by what you love

Guides & Tips

The Wishlist: A Foodie Guide to Tokyo

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The Wishlist: An Arty Guide to Paris

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The Wishlist: Solo Travel in Tokyo

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The Wishlist: A Foodie Guide to Paris

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The Wishlist: A Culture Vulture’s Guide to Tokyo

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The Wishlist: Solo Travel in Paris

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The Wishlist: A Wellness Guide to Tokyo

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The Wishlist: A Culture Vulture’s Guide to Paris

Start Exploring London

Guides & Tips

9 Reasons Everyone Should Visit London At Least Once

See & Do

Top 10 Things To Do in Shoreditch, London

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants In London Victoria, England

Places to Stay

The 10 Best Boutique Hotels in London

Home & Interiors

Which London Neighbourhood is For You?

See & Do

What To Do in Kensington, London

Guides & Tips

17 Quirky and Unusual Things to Do in London

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9 Things That Tourists Should Never Do in London

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10 Reasons Everyone Should Visit London in the Summer

See & Do

8 London Attractions You Should Visit at Least Once

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants in Brixton, London

See & Do

An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Silicon Roundabout, East London’s Tech City

Guides & Tips

The Coolest Neighbourhoods in London

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How You Should Spend A Week In London

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15 Things to Do in London at Night for Non-Drinkers

See & Do

17 Things No One Tells You About Visiting London

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13 Reasons why London is the Greatest City on Earth

See & Do

The Top Things To Do in Camden

Restaurants

10 Great Restaurants to Try in Southwark, London

Design

Petersham Nurseries' Covent Garden Store is a Must for Design Lovers

Spotlight on Edinburgh

See & Do

12 Edinburgh Residents Explain Why You Should Visit

See & Do

20 Must-Visit Attractions in Edinburgh

Restaurants

The 7 Best Restaurants In Stockbridge, Edinburgh

Guides & Tips

Where to Stay: A Guide to Edinburgh's Coolest Neighbourhoods

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How To Spend 48 Hours in Edinburgh

See & Do

The Ultimate Harry Potter Tour of Edinburgh

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10 Useful Things To Know Before You Visit Edinburgh

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7 Reasons to Visit Edinburgh's Historical Victoria Street

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20 Things to Do in Edinburgh in Your Twenties

Food & Drink

12 Dishes You Must Eat in Edinburgh

Guides & Tips

Should You Stay in Edinburgh's Old Town or New Town?

Art

An Art Lover's Guide To Edinburgh In 24 Hours

See & Do

The Most Stunning Hidden Gems In Edinburgh, UK

Tech

8 Essential Apps For Living In Edinburgh

Guides & Tips

10 Reasons Why You Need To Visit Aberdeen Over Edinburgh

See & Do

The Top 10 Things To Do and See In Stockbridge, Edinburgh

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants Near The Royal Mile, Edinburgh

See & Do

The Best Things to See and Do in Bruntsfield & Morningside, Edinburgh

Guides & Tips

How to Spend a Day in Edinburgh

Books

15 Scottish Destinations Every Harry Potter Fan Needs to Visit

Travel Sustainably

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Culture Trip embraces sustainable cities through the lens of architecture, food, waste and green spaces

Bars & cafes

Ethical Eating Experiences To Try in Brussels

Food & Drink

Rural Roots: Meet the Urban Farmers Making New York Grow Again

Food & Drink

Thomasina Miers: The Art of Cooking Sustainably

See & Do

The Five Best Sustainable Travel Destinations For 2020

Guides & Tips

Venice Might Be Overcrowded, But You Can Still Be a Responsible Tourist. Here's How.

History

Parisian Parks Are a Pleasure Ground of Evolving Ideas About Human Nature

Architecture

The Future’s Green for Copenhagen

Architecture

The Rise of China’s Eco-Cities

Architecture

This Breathtaking ‘Tree Tower’ Is the Changing Face of Toronto’s Cityscape

Sports

How Paddleboarding Can Clean Up London’s Waterways and Beyond

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True Originals

Hidden gems from around the world you won’t find anywhere else

Guides & Tips

17 Quirky and Unusual Things to Do in London

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Top Off-The-Beaten-Path Activities in Japan

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8 Quirky Experiences in New York

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The Best Hidden Gems in Rome

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The Most Unusual Experiences in Tokyo

See & Do

9 Unusual Things To Do in Berlin

Classics With a Twist

Must-do sights from a different perspective

Guides & Tips

The 9 Best Views of Singapore's Skyline

See & Do

Where To Find the Most Spectacular Views of Berlin

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The Best Spots for Beautiful Views of Paris

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Where To See the Best Views of Prague

The Best of Culture Trip

Top travel stories from around the world

History

Why the US Celebrates Black History Month in February

See & Do

How To Spend 24 Hours in Hong Kong

See & Do

From Volcanoes to Waterfalls: Natural Attractions in Hakone, Japan

Film & TV

The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Bollywood in South Africa

Sports

Bikes and Brawn – The New Wave of Women’s Motorcycle Culture in Milan

Culture Trip Original Series

Inspirational travel shows to see the world differently

Hungerlust

Some of the world’s most vibrant cities are brought to life through local chefs and unique food

Beyond Hollywood

Travel to Pakistan, Scandinavia, Ghana and Hong Kong through the cultural meaning of film

Pioneers of Love

These LGBTQ trailblazers dared to love outside the lines and change the future of their cities