Top 5 European Honeymoon Locations

For those of you who finished the dreaded wedding planning, it’s time to start thinking about where you and your new spouse will be taking your honeymoon. When it comes to a honeymoon, there’s not a lot of places that compare to the supreme romance of a European honeymoon. Here are the top 5 European honeymoon locations:

Monaco

Located in the center of France, this small, independent principality is known for its stunning scenery and its lavish style. This is the ideal location to get a "taste of the good life" and live temporarily as some of the richest people in the world. Explore the beauty and history of the French Riviera at its finest. Spend an evening gambling at the historic Monte Carlo Casino, or an evening at the Monte-Carlo Opera House, where opera and ballet have entertained numerous people for over a century. Take a tour of the Prince’s Castle of Monaco (originally built in the 13th century) while you’re there. With a plethora of breathtaking outdoor scenery, dining options, and hotel options; you’re sure to find an abundance of fine living and romance. This is a great option for the couple desiring a luxurious honeymoon with a lot of romance and just a touch of history.

Nice, France

Instead of going with a honeymoon cliché and spending your honeymoon in Paris, check out Nice where you will find pebbly beaches, art museums, and a plethora of dining options. Watch the sunset (or sunrise) on Castle Hill (the highest point in the town) overlooking the glorious beach. Stay at the Hôtel Villa Rivoli, where you can have breakfast in the garden at the start of each day, located near several cafés, bars, and the beach. This hotel is a gorgeous building built in 1890 that offers a "Love is in the Air" package for added romance to your room. Spend your days sightseeing (there are numerous monuments, sacred buildings, historic sites, and museums) and visit Castel Beach, where you will find great food, serenity (this is a private and quiet beach), and good service. Also, Nice is only 45 minutes from Italy for those of you hoping to make your honeymoon an elaborate European tour.

Venice, Italy

The ideal location for those desiring a simple, cozy, but still romantic honeymoon. Take a gondola ride for two. Sip cappuccino in some of the most magnificent views in Europe. Stay at the Ca Maria Adele where you'll be treated like royalty with private rooms that include a king-sized bed, LCD TV, and spa bath or shower. At this hotel, you can have breakfast on the rooftop terrace and be away from the noise in this quiet neighborhood within walking distance of several historic locations, an opera house, and Venice’s main square full of spectacular views. Make time to have a meal at the historical Cantina Do Spade where Casanova himself supposedly ate during his lifetime.  

Lagos, Portugal

For the newlyweds desiring a location both rich in history and mild in weather, this is a fitting location. With so much to do––including hiking, six beaches, countless monuments, and an exciting nightlife––you’re sure to have a great time. This is the ideal spot for an extended honeymoon, as it generally takes at least a week to properly take in everything Lagos has to offer. The beaches range from sandy and ideal for bathing to dramatic and romantic with sandstone cliffs surrounding the area (cliffs can be properly viewed from the water). Historical landmarks range from all the Castelo dos Governadores (built in the 13th century) to the Statue of Dom Sebastião (sculpted in the 1970s and located in the center of town). History and romance are sure to come to life in this exquisite town on the shores of the Atlantic.

Prague, Czech Republic

This capital city is a great honeymoon destination for lovers desiring to spend their time away from the water and instead desire to be immersed in culture and fairytale-like scenery. Explore quaint little pubs (Prague is known for having the "best beer in Europe") after your full day of exploring the city. With the cozy town square and the eccentric art galleries, you’re sure to find something fun and relaxing. This city, built on seven hills, has a plethora of romantic sunset views. The city also has two bridges where you can follow the European tradition of "locking your love," three opera houses for taking in a show, and Petrin Park––a fantastic place to take a romantic stroll hand in hand with some of the best views of the city. Don’t forget to visit and take a tour of the remarkable Prague Castle (known for being the largest castle complex in the world, dating back to the 9th century).

Pick one of these wonderful European honeymoon destinations and have one of the most romantic vacations of your life!

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