We stopped in Ferrara on our way to Venice to enjoy a quiet evening away from the heavy crowds. If you are looking for the best things to do in Ferrara, this compact city offers a beautifully preserved medieval old town that is perfect for exploring on foot. Let’s put on some comfortable shoes and walk through my favorite self-guided Ferrara walking tour itinerary, complete with a custom map and practical logistics.
Pisa is a historic Tuscan gem, famous for its iconic Leaning Tower and stunning architecture. This Pisa walking tour provides an efficient 1-day route and map to ensure you see the city’s highlights without unnecessary backtracking. From the Piazza dei Miracoli to the scenic Arno River, follow this expert guide to discover the best things to do in Pisa, Italy.
Perched on a Tuscan ridge, the medieval hill town of Volterra packs millennia of Etruscan, Roman, and medieval history into its stone walls. If you are looking for the best things to do in Volterra, this self-guided Volterra walking tour covers all the must-see sights in a single day. Follow this step-by-step route and custom map to maximize your time without the fluff.
Looking for the top things to do in Lucca? Located in the heart of Tuscany, this historic town is full of medieval charm, music, and gorgeous architecture. Join us on a self-guided Lucca walking tour to explore its best highlights, ancient Renaissance walls, and famous piazzas.
Thessaloniki is a city best explored on foot, where ancient Roman ruins sit tucked between modern cafes and a stunning Aegean promenade. This free self-guided walking tour takes you through the 12 best things to do in Thessaloniki in one day, complete with a custom map to ensure you don’t miss a single hidden gem.
Looking for the best things to do in San Gimignano? Whether you have just one day in San Gimignano or are visiting as a day trip from Florence, this self-guided San Gimignano walking tour is designed to help you navigate the medieval “Manhattan of Tuscany” efficiently. We found that starting at the southern gate is the most practical way to tackle the town’s famous towers and squares, especially if you are traveling with family. Below is the exact route we used, including a custom map and the essential logistics for parking and transport.
Romanian Castles are surprising for most visitors to Romania because they are unexpected and very impressive. In addition to beautiful modern castles and old fortresses, Romania has some of the best medieval castles in Europe. Most of the Romanian Castles are located near mountain passes and hilltops with beautiful views of the surrounding areas. So, come along with me as we explore some fairy tale Romanian Castles.
Medieval castles abound in Scotland, and many of the most impressive are located within a short drive of the capital. If you are looking for the best castles near Edinburgh, this guide covers 8 essential sites—from the royal chambers of Holyrood to the dramatic ruins of St Andrews. Perfect for planning efficient day trips, these historic landmarks offer a deep dive into Scotland’s royal past without the long travel times.
England is filled with castles! And most of them are very well preserved and amazing to visit. We visited a few English castles and even our kids loved them. They have beautiful museums with lots of old military gear as well as gowns and party dresses from the old times. There is lots to learn in these places as they give you a snapshot in time of British high society. Read on about four of these beautiful fairy tale castles in Britain.
Bavaria, Germany has many majestic medieval castles. Unfortunately we have only been able to visit five of them. I love old castles. The older they are the more interesting they are for me. I love learning their history because a castle has the entire history of a town or even an entire region concentrated in one place. Behind a castle’s wall lots of people found refuge and shelter during times of war and found joy and entertainment during times of peace. All this tumultuous life is many times captured inside a castle’s museum. Read on about five beautiful castles in Bavaria, Germany.
