Romantic cities of Europe | PolishTrains
Valentine's Day this year falls on a particularly auspicious day because it is...Friday! So why not spend the whole weekend celebrating this romantic holiday - preferably by exploring new corners of Europe! Especially for those looking for travel inspiration for this special time, we have prepared a subjective selection of romantic European cities with sightseeing suggestions - perfect for a weekend for two!
At a glance
At a glance
- Paris is known as the city of lovers, with over 150 galleries and museums to explore
- Venice is built on 118 islands and is famous for its gondola rides and architectural beauty
- Direct or single-change train services connect Poland to Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest
- London requires a valid passport for entry; a national identity card is not accepted
- Wien Hauptbahnhof, Budapest Keleti and Venezia Santa Lucia are the main arrival stations
- International tickets on PolishTrains can be booked up to 60 days before departure
Paris
Paris is known the world over as the city of lovers and the fashion capital of the world. The Seine, which winds through the city, invites you to take romantic strolls along its banks, while more than 150 galleries and museums make a stay in Paris a great opportunity to get in touch with art and interesting architecture. Paris is also known for its atmospheric pubs where you can enjoy French wine and seafood. Particularly popular are those located in the former artists' quarter of Montmartre, with the famous Moulin Rouge at the foot of the hill. End your day in Paris at the Eiffel Tower admiring the sunset over the city and choosing to enjoy a romantic picnic on the Champs Elysees. The suggested itinerary covers all the highlights of Paris - read our travel prescription.
Purchase train tickets for Paris and French railways available here.
Venice
In search of romantic inspiration, we move to the Adriatic Sea! Venice ranks as one of the most beautiful and interesting cities in the world. It is all thanks to the wooden stilts rising into the sea on which this centuries-old city is located. The presence of numerous canals and bridges creates a unique atmosphere and allows you to slowly discover Venice during lazy strolls through the winding, charming streets. Singing gondoliers encourage you to take a gondola cruise to the sound of a romantic serenade. The suggested itinerary is a day of walking around the city - read our travel recipe!
Purchase train tickets for Venice and Italian railways available here.
London
London is one of the most visited cities in the world. There are indeed many reasons to spend a romantic weekend in London. Just think of London's landmark Big Ben, Buckingham Palace surrounded by a lovely park, the famous London Bridge or the London Eye, from the carriage of which you can admire the South Bank and the panorama of the whole city. We suggest a four-hour walk along the Thames to see the most important sights and attractions - read our travel prescription!
Purchase train tickets for Paris and French railways available here.
Vienna
Valentine's Day to the beat of the Viennese waltz?
During the carnival season, Vienna is famous for its elegant balls held at Schönbrun Palace and the Vienna State Opera, among others. The impressive cultural offer of the period and the unique ambience of the Viennese cafés make Vienna the ideal city for a romantic getaway for two. The historic centre of Vienna impresses with an abundance of monuments representing all historical eras. The Danube river, winding through the city, invites you to take long walks. We suggest a four-hour walk to see Vienna's most important sights and attractions - read our recipe for a trip!
Intercity timetables and online train tickets available at polishtrains.eu.
Bratislava
The capital of neighbouring Slovakia is often underestimated as a tourist destination by Poles. Nothing could be further from the truth! The city has a lot to offer to lovers of historical monuments, culture and Slovakian cuisine and beer. The intimate atmosphere of Bratislava is conducive to long walks through the charming streets of the bailey, the market square and the Danube boulevards. Due to the short distances involved, you can get everywhere on foot, which is a pleasant respite from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. We suggest a four-hour walk to see the most important sights and attractions of Bratislava - read our travel recipe!
Intercity timetables and online train tickets available at polishtrains.eu.
Budapest
Continuing the romantic journey through the Danube capitals, Budapest is certainly worth a closer look. The Hungarian capital is naturally divided into two parts. Buda is a hilly, picturesque area on the slopes of which stands the Royal Castle. From the castle's walls, you have a magnificent view of lowland Pest and its many monuments located on both sides of the fashionable Danube.
We suggest a four-hour walking tour, during which you will see the most important sights and attractions of Budapest and find out where the best place to drink the famous Hungarian wine is.
Intercity timetables and online train tickets available at polishtrains.eu.
Cracow
We conclude our list of Europe's most romantic cities with a Polish accent. After all, what other city in the world is more beautiful than our Cracow? The rich history of the City of the Kings of Poland can be seen at every corner, and the academic atmosphere makes Cracow a consistently young city, despite its age, whose cultural offer and beauty attract tourists from all over the world. The proposed tour covers all of Cracow's major tourist attractions - read our travel prescription.
PKP timetables and online train tickets available at polishtrains.eu.
Booking and purchasing train tickets
Ticket reservations can be made via the booking form, e-mail: kontakt@polishtrains.eu or by phone: 703 402 010 (Call cost: PLN 2.58 including VAT/min). You are welcome to contact us!