Here is my personal Europe travel bucket list. Start exploring the diverse and enchanting landscapes of Europe.
If you’re dreaming of exploring the diverse and enchanting landscapes of Europe, or simply yearning to add more awe-inspiring destinations to your travel bucket list, then you’ve landed in the perfect spot.
Forget the generic travel guides and the often-repeated top ten lists. Here, we delve into the heart of what makes European travel truly unforgettable.
I’m not just talking about ticking off a few famous landmarks or savouring the popular local dishes.
Travel, in its essence, is about immersing yourself in the vibrant tapestry of cultures, embracing the unseen nuances of each place, and experiencing the soul of each destination. It’s about the hidden gems that only a local would know, the breathtaking moments that leave you speechless, and the experiences that transform you.
Europe, with its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and diverse cultures, offers an abundance of such transformative experiences.
From the majestic fjords of Norway to the sun-kissed shores of Greece, each site on this extensive travel bucket list is a story waiting to be lived.
As someone who’s not just a traveller but a passionate storyteller, I’m here to guide you through these must-visit European destinations, sharing insights that go beyond the surface.
So, let’s embark on this journey together and discover the true spirit of Europe, one incredible destination at a time.
111 Places To See Before You Die
- Hallstatt, Austria
- The Dachstein Ice Cave, Austria
- Hallerbos Forest, Belgium
- The Ardennes, Belgium/Luxembourg/France
- Rila Monastery, Bulgaria
- Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Nessebar Old Town, Bulgaria
- Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
- Krka National Park, Croatia
- The Dalmatian Coast, Croatia
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Krkonoše National Park, Czech Republic
- Wadden Sea, Netherlands/Germany/Denmark
- Stonehenge, England
- The Roman Baths, Bath, England
- The White Cliffs of Dover, England
- Isle of Wight, England
- The Baltic Sea Coast, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia
- Lapland, Finland
- Eiffel Tower, France
- Mont Saint-Michel, France
- Versailles Palace, France
- Lavender Fields of Provence, France
- Mont Blanc, France/Italy/Switzerland
- Lake Geneva, Switzerland/France
- The Camargue, France
- The Ardèche Gorge, France
- Côte d’Azur, France
- Gorges du Verdon, France
- Normandy Beaches, France
- Rocamadour, France
- Corsica, France
- 30. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
- The Black Forest, Germany
- Berlin Wall, Germany
- Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany
- Acropolis of Athens, Greece
- Santorini Caldera, Greece
- Blue Caves, Zakynthos, Greece
- Melissani Cave, Kefalonia, Greece
- Meteora Monasteries, Greece
- Mount Olympus, Greece
- Glacier Lagoon, Iceland
- The Northern Lights, Various Locations (Northern Norway is one of the best spots)
- Dentifoss Waterfall, Iceland
- Hot Springs of Iceland
- Skaftafell (Blue) Ice Cave, Iceland
- 45. Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
- The Ring of Kerry, Ireland
- Aran Islands, Ireland
- Colosseum, Italy
- Pompeii, Italy
- Lake Como, Italy
- The Cinque Terre, Italy
- Amalfi Coast, Italy
- The Dolomites, Italy
- Mount Etna, Italy
- Val d’Orcia, Tuscany, Italy
- St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City
- Sistine Chapel, Vatican City
- The Baltic Sea Coast, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia
- The Curonian Spit, Lithuania/Russia
- Trakai Castle, Lithuania
- The Ardennes, Belgium/Luxembourg/France
- Kotor Bay, Montenegro
- Keukenhof Gardens, Netherlands
- Zaanse Schans, The Netherlands
- Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland
- Trolltunga, Norway
- Fjords of Norway (Nærøyfjord and Geiranger, the two UNECO fjords of Norway)
- The Northern Lights, Various Locations (Northern Norway is one of the best spots)
- Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), Norway
- The Northern Cape, Norway
- Lofoten Islands, Norway
- Svalbard, Norway
- Auschwitz-Birkenau, Poland
- The Bialowieza Forest, Poland/Belarus
- Masurian Lakes, Poland
- The Tatras, Poland/Slovakia
- Douro Valley, Portugal
- Palace of Pena, Portugal
- The Azores, Portugal
- Algarve Coast, Portugal
- Pico Areeiro, Madeira, Portugal
- Cabo da Roca, Portugal
- Porto Katsiki, Lefkada, Greece
- The Carpathian Mountains, Romania
- The Danube Delta, Romania
- Transfăgărășan Highway, Romania
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), Romania
- The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia
- Loch Ness, Scotland
- The Scottish Highlands, Scotland
- Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye, Scotland
- Orkney Islands, Scotland
- Scottish Isles, Scotland
- High Tatras, Slovakia
- Lake Bled, Slovenia
- Sagrada Familia, Spain
- Alhambra, Spain
- La Sagrada Familia, Spain
- The Camino de Santiago, Spain
- El Caminito del Rey, Spain
- Picos de Europa, Spain
- Tarifa, Spain
- Icehotel, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
- Matterhorn, Switzerland
- Jungfrau Region, Switzerland
- Hagia Sophia, Turkey
- Baku Promenade, Azerbaijan
- Stari Most Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Europe travel bucket list: where do you start?
I have created this Europe travel bucket list for myself, and I have already ticketed off about half of these places to see before you die.
As you can see, this isn’t a list of cities in Europe but simply places that are worth having as destinations.
The best thing about having these on your map is that even the road trip you’ll take to get to some of these places will turn out to be gorgeous, and you will get to discover landscapes and cities you would not have known about otherwise.
I honestly believe Europe is full of great cities with a tremendous history. But if you’re not into cities and really want to see some of the most gorgeous places in Europe, then follow this Europe travel bucket list, and you’re on the right track.
If you already have your personal travel bucket list and are simply looking for a more general bucket list with all the things to try in a lifetime, then check out my “things to do before you die” list.
Tell me what you think!