City breaks

Culture. Embrace it. Book a chic city break today.

Ditch the norm for something different. Try antipasti in Rome. Go to church this Sunday and experience the Sacré-Cœur in Paris. Head East to Nam Kwok Road for some traditional gourmet. Or, earn yourself some brownie points and whisk your loved one away to scenic Venice.

Simply browse below for inspiration and then book online or call our experts on 0871 222 5969 and they'll be happy to help you create your ideal city break.

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Paris

Top attractions: Notre Dame, Montmartre, Champs Elysees

4* Paris fr £148
Journey time – 1hr30m

The city:

With its grand monuments, wide boulevards and elaborate architecture, Paris cannot fail to impress. See the Mona Lisa in the Louvre, climb the Eiffel Tower or sip wine at a pavement cafe.

Alternatively, uncover Paris in the comfort of your hire car. Check our latest Paris car hire offers today.

3* Disneyland® Resort Paris fr £137

4* Paris Leisure Select with Eurostar fr £184

Paris Eiffel Tower
Paris city breaks

Rome

Top attractions: St Peter's Square, Coliseum, Vatican

3* Rome fr £178
Journey time – 3 hrs

The city:

Rome is a beautiful city that combines the old with the new. Take in the history by visiting the Vatican or the Coliseum or experience the contemporary with exciting museums and concerts.

Book for July and you'll be just in time for Rome's annual jazz festival. Yes, it's not just portly opera singers in Italy's capital - pulling together some of the world’s finest musicians, both Miles Davis maestros and the mildly curious will find something to enjoy here.

St Peters Square in Rome
Rome city breaks

Prague

Top attractions: Prague Castle, Old town square, Charles Bridge

3* Prague fr £145
Journey time – 1hr50m

The city:

Prague is an impressive city that has been rebuilt over the centuries. Lose yourself in the medieval streets, taking in the breathtaking architecture as you go. Don't leave Prague without sampling the local brew and fabulous Czech food.

Overdone it? Give your feet (and head) a rest aboard one of the daily boat trips. Watch the monuments of Prague pass you by as you gently float down the River Vltava, enjoying a quiet sumptuous meal or carrying on the party aboard one of the city’s disco cruises.

4* Prague fr £92

Vltava River in Prague
Prague city breaks

Berlin

Top attractions: Reichstag, Tiergaten, Brandenburg Gate

4* Berlin fr £137
Journey time – 1hr45m

The city:

Berlin is great for those looking for culture. Take in top-flight museums, concert halls and alternative art at one of the many galleries.

It's not just all bratwurst and sauerkraut either, with local hipsters favouring Kreuzberg's Sumo sushi restaurant. Feng Shui décor and resident chill-out DJs make Sumo the ideal place to eat well and look good before hitting the town.

Brandenburg Gate in Berlin
Berlin city breaks

Amsterdam

Top attractions: Anne Frank House, Erotic Museum, Canal walks

3* Amsterdam fr £140
Journey time – 1hr30m

The city:

With its cobbled streets, crooked houses and large parks, Amsterdam is a pretty place to visit. It also has a modern element with many bars, clubs and a large gay scene.

Rotterdam's lively atmosphere and diverse attractions makes it a truly surprising city.

4* Hague fr £153

4* Utrecht fr £205

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Amsterdam house front
Amsterdam city breaks

Budapest

Top attractions: Gellert Baths, Heroe's Sq, Szechenyi Baths

3* Budapest fr £195
Journey time – 2hrs35m

The city:

Budapest is a fusion of Western influences and old traditions. Visit the old Castle District, stroll along the River Danube and see roman ruins in the many museums.

Or, sink your teeth into Dance of the Vampires at Budapest's Pesti Magyar Színház theatre. The sinister musical sibling to Broadway's more comic production, Dance is fully subtitled (on request) and runs until 27 July.

4* Budapest fr £171

Tourist attractions in Budapest
Budapest city breaks

New York

Top attractions: Central Park, 5th Avenue, Empire State

3* New York fr £425
Journey time – 7hrs

The city:

Gaze up at the towering buildings in Mid-town, visit the quirky bars and galleries in SoHo, shop 'til you drop on Fifth Avenue or enjoy a Broadway show.

If you looking to shop at the outlet malls, jump in your hire car and head out to Woodbury Commons outside New York. Check our latest New York car hire offers today.

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Yellow cab in downtown New York
New York city breaks

Las Vegas

Top attractions: Bellagio fountains, Vegas Strip, Largest Golden Nugget

4* Las Vegas fr £610
Journey time – 12hrs

The city:

Vegas is a 24-hour playground for adults who want a mixture of relaxation and fun. Ride rollercoasters, watch elaborate light shows and of course gamble the night away.

Why not hire a convertible and make the most of the bright lights and night life in Las Vegas. Check our Las Vegas car hire offers today.

Take a look at our Las Vegas page for great deals and more ideas of what to do in the city that never sleeps.

Classic retro Las Vegas electric sign
Las Vegas city breaks

Marrakech

Top attractions: Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Souks

5* Marrakech fr £362
Journey time – 3hrs30m

The city:

Just a short distance away Marrakech really gives you something different for a city break. Enjoy the arts and crafts that this city can offer in one of it's many souks.

Book now and you could be watching belly-dancers, fire-swallowers and acrobats from across Morocco perform for the city’s Popular Arts Festival. Running from the 14 to 19 July, and guaranteed to beat your local morris dance.

Koutoubia Mosque at night
Marrakech city breaks

Hong Kong

Top attractions: Victoria Peak and Tram, Star Ferry, Disneyland

3* Hong Kong fr £657
Journey time – 11hrs45m

The city:

Hong Kong is a fusion of Asian and Western elements, which you will find in food, music and culture. Hunt for treasures in the Apliu Street Market, explore the beautiful Che Kung Temple or relax on one of the beaches.

While you’re there why not drop into one of Tsim Sha Tsui’s Tai Chi classes, where both masters of meditation and novices mingle regularly for lessons in how to chill out from the pros.

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Hong Kong city breaks

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