The Best European Cities to Visit in Summer

Lake Como has long been on the radar of glamorous holidaymakers in Italy
Lake Como has long been on the radar of glamorous holidaymakers in Italy | © Maria Korneeva / iStock
Siobhan Grogan

Europe is an endless source of romantic adventure throughout summer. Book your place on one of these Culture Trip adventures and you can explore everywhere from the secluded beaches of Croatia to the vineyards of Tuscany.

Europe is a great place to visit year-round but in the summer months, between June and September, the weather is warm, cities throng with visitors and the beaches are blissful. Join one of our European trips to make the most of your summer on the continent – from the glittering coastline of Italy to the enchanting streets of Prague.

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Matera and Lecce to marvel at hilltop towns and cave dwellings

Southern Italy always dazzles in summer, and this tour uncovers its most beautiful secrets. From hilltop towns to cliff-backed beaches, get ready to be wowed by the ancient cave dwellings of Matera, the baroque architecture of Lecce, the whitewashed buildings of Ostuni and the pretty piazzas of Salerno. Throw in plenty of pizza, pasta and Italian wine and this will be the European summer trip of a lifetime.

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Next available from 14th Sep 2024

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Trip highlights and details

STARTS AT

Naples, Italy

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ENDS AT

Lecce, Italy

DURATION

10

GROUP SIZE

14

PHYSICAL RATING

Easy

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STYLE

Discovery

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This is an updated rewrite of an article originally written by Tara Jessop. Additional words from Gethin Morgan.

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