Europe:
Here's our list of traveler recommendations in Europe tagged as 'Monument - Historical' . Click 'X' to remove this filter and browse all of our top local travel recommendations.
Free Things to Do in Istanbul
Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, March 2013
With exchange rates plummeting, Istanbul isn’t quite the bargain destination it used to be, but those on budget will still find plenty of opportunities to stretch out their dollars. From marveling ...
Read more
Free Things to Do in Madrid
Written by Erin R, January 2013
While Madrid is
far from being a pricey city, consider saving your euros for souvenirs
and a soccer game by instead hiting up some of these free-of-charge
sights.
Museums:
Madrid has no ...
Read more
French Riviera Alpine Trainspotters Alert!
Written by Jodi R, Germany, October 2011
Celebrating 100 years in operation and still on the rails, the heroic Train des Pignes passes through 25 tunnels, over 16 viaducts and 15 metallic bridges in the mountainous areas of the ...
Read more
Get an Inside Look at Dublin's Architecture on Open House Weekend
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, September 2011
Dublin is renowned for its historic buildings and lovely architecture. During October you can get behind those facades during Open House weekend, this year October 7th-9th. Run by the Irish ...
Read more
Get a peek inside Edinburgh’s historic buildings at Doors Open Day
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, September 2011
I don’t know about you, but I am a complete sticky beak when it comes to
looking inside buildings, especially those not generally open to the
public. I don’t usually go as far as pretending I’m ...
Read more
Halloween in Prague
Written by Prague Expert: Martina, Czech Republic, October 2011
Prague claims to be one of the most haunted cities in the world. A witch tour of Prague is a haunted walking tour that cover many of the mysteries of Prague, including witchcraft, ghost stories, ...
Read more
Handmade Paper Stores
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, March 2012
Venice has its typical souvenirs that everyone buys and every second shop sells: glass, lace, Carnivale masks. Another is paper – writing paper including little books with marbled covers, photo ...
Read more
Highclere Castle - The Real Downton Abbey
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, January 2012
The TV show won four Emmys this year, so it’s clear that we all love the glamor and drama of stately English country living. Downton Abbey is filmed at Highclere Castle, a wonderful house in ...
Read more
Hohenzollern Castle in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Written by Katie H, February 2013
Hohenzollern Castle in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is one of the country’s most visited castles. Located about 50 kilometers south of Stuttgart, Germany, it is the ancestral seat of the ...
Read more
Holocaust Memorial in Budapest
Written by Photoman, November 2011
One of the most moving memorials I have seen is one along the bank of the Danube River in Budapest. It consists of 45 pairs of bronzed shoes representing 45 Jews who were shot by the Hungarian ...
Read more
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Notre Dame
Written by Christine, USA, January 2013
One of the world’s most famous Catholic churches is on almost everyone’s list of Paris sights – and even if it’s not, it’s unavoidable if you’re crossing the Seine with any regularity. Here are some ...
Read more
How to Not Miss Out on Versailles
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, January 2012
Can you imagine going halfway around the world, finally catching a train to Versailles to see the massive palace and gardens that you’ve studied in art history and seen in films such as Sofia ...
Read more
Irish History in Boyne Valley
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, May 2012
Not far from Dublin lies the Boyne Valley, site of the Boyne River, in parts a lovely trout and salmon fishing river. But the valley is also the location of some of Ireland’s most significant and ...
Read more
Kilmainham Gaol – Former Historic Irish Prison
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, July 2011
Irish history is a history of rebellion. For centuries the people living on this gorgeous island have fought for their independence from British rule. The biggest mistake you can make today is to ...
Read more
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, August 2011
In the early twelfth century an Italian architect made a mistake. He
built a tower on a piece of unstable soil. It was probably not totally
his fault – those commissioning the bell tower wanted it ...
Read more
Want to share your own recommendation?
Find Recommendations by Type
- Bazaar
- Bridge
- Casino
- Catacomb
- Cemetery
- Church / Cathedral
- Desert
- Film & Cinema
- Glacier
- Gondola
- Good Place to Drink
- Good Place to Relax
- Good Place to Sleep
- Holiday Activity
- Horse Riding
- Hotel
- Lake
- Market
- Monument - Modern
- Mosque
- Mountain Biking
- Must-Do Experience
- Nature & Wildlife
- Off-the-Beaten Path
- Park / Garden
- Photo ID required
- Picnic Spot
- Plaza / Square
- Popular with Locals
- Restaurant
- Romantic
- Ruin - Modern
- Scuba Diving
- Shore Excursions
- Ski & Snow
- Sporting Event
- Statue / Monument
- Sunrise / Sunset
- Synagogue
- Theme Park
- Tip - Family Travel
- Tip - Packing
- Tip - Transport
- Tip - What to See & Do
- Tower
- Trail
- Viator Top Pick
- Walking/Hiking
- Waterfall
- Zoo
- Beach
- Cafe
- Castle
- Cave
- Chapel
- Cultural Experience
- Festival
- Fountain
- Golfing
- Good for Kids
- Good Place to Eat
- Good Place to Shop
- Good Views / Viewpoint
- Holy Place
- Hot Spring
- Island
- Live Music
- Monastery
- Monument - Military
- Monument - Natural
- Mountain
- Museum
- National Park
- Neighborhood
- Palace
- People Watching
- Photography
- Pier / Waterfront / Port
- Pop Culture
- Religious Experience
- River
- Ruin - Ancient
- Sailing
- Shopping / Entertainment Center
- Shrine
- Spa
- Stadium
- Street / Avenue
- Swim & Snorkel
- Theater
- Tip - Dos & Don'ts
- Tip - General Travel
- Tip - Suggested Itineraries
- Tip - Weather
- Tip - When to Go
- Town / City
- UNESCO Heritage Site
- Volcano
- Water Sports
- Winery
