Our favorite places to visit in Europe: Dolomites, Bavaria, Paris, Swiss Alps, Lofoten Islands, Santorini, Cinque Terre, Lake Bled, Isle of Skye, the Algarve, and Venice.

After visiting 38 countries in Europe, I rank the 15 best European countries to visit in 2026, including logistics and daily budgets.

Planning your Europe bucket list? Our curated list of 100 incredible European destinations ensures you won't miss the most amazing places.

Need some inspiration for your next trip? Enchanting fairytale villages, thriving metropolises, scenic getaways...these are some of the best places to visit in Europe!

We'll show you the best places to visit in Europe, why we love each one, a few things to do in each, how to get there, and more.