The best cities to visit in 2023
The Independent’s travel team shares its destination inspiration for the year ahead
Expert travel guides on the best destinations for a city break around the world, including advice on where to eat, drink and top things to do on your holiday.
Europe boasts countries full of adventure, natural beauty and unique food scenes. Read expert guides on the best cities to visit.
If Barcelona, Paris and Rome aren’t your bowl of borscht, try Poland’s capital on the next city break
If Barcelona, Paris and Rome aren’t your bowl of borscht, try Poland’s capital on the next city break
Read city guides from experts on holiday destinations like Melbourne and Brisbane in Australia and Aukland, New Zealand.
Africa boasts countries full of adventure, culture and beauty – and these are the best cities to visit.
Expert city guides for you to read ahead of your next Middle Eastern escape.
It’s flashy, it’s larger-than-life, but there’s plenty of flavour to be found in this winter-sun favourite, says Harriet Sinclair
It’s flashy, it’s larger-than-life, but there’s plenty of flavour to be found in this winter-sun favourite, says Harriet Sinclair
Read city guides from experts on Asia holiday destinations like Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam and Taipei in Japan.
From Mumbai to Dehli, our travel experts have compiled handy guides on the best cities to visit throughout India.
Whether you're visiting Brazil or travelling to Buenos Aires, read our features on where to eat, drink and sleep in South America's best cities.
It’s a beautiful city best known for its lively carnival but James Litston discovers how much more there is to enjoy during a Rio city break
It’s a beautiful city best known for its lively carnival but James Litston discovers how much more there is to enjoy during a Rio city break
Explore the best of Central America by visiting the likes of Mexico and Costa Rica with the help of our expert city guides on recommended things to do and hotels to stay at.
The USA boasts stunning scenery and exciting activities in every state, from New York skylines to Texan deserts. Read expert city guides on where to eat, drink and sleep.
NYC is the city you want to get right – whether that’s a hotel in the neighbourhood you most want to explore, the totally-worth-it dinner bill or the sightseeing shortlist, says Lucy Thackray
NYC is the city you want to get right – whether that’s a hotel in the neighbourhood you most want to explore, the totally-worth-it dinner bill or the sightseeing shortlist, says Lucy Thackray
From wine tasting in vineyards to shopping sprees, browse expert guides on what some of Italy's best cities have to offer.
Whether you're visiting Toulouse or travelling to Paris, read expert city guides on where to eat, drink and sleep throughout France.
With iconic architecture, a flourishing Michelin star-worthy food scene and a vermouth revival under way, there’s never been a better time to check out the Catalan capital
With iconic architecture, a flourishing Michelin star-worthy food scene and a vermouth revival under way, there’s never been a better time to check out the Catalan capital
From Munich to Cologne, our travel experts have compiled handy guides on the best cities to visit in Germany.
A quaint riverside cluster crowned by one of Europe’s most impressive cathedrals, Cologne is an atmospheric spot for a beer, a bite and a breezy boat trip, writes Tamara Hinson
A quaint riverside cluster crowned by one of Europe’s most impressive cathedrals, Cologne is an atmospheric spot for a beer, a bite and a breezy boat trip, writes Tamara Hinson
Read handy city guides from experts on the best things to do, recommended restaurants and hotel reviews for Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Whether you're heading up north to Manchester or travelling to London, read these handy guides on where to eat, drink and sleep in England's best cities.