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Hidden Travel Gems in Europe Everyone Should Visit

Summer is a few months away and many of us will be traveling to Europe. Instead of visiting the typical European vacation destinations, why not consider somewhere more off the beaten path? You can avoid high prices and crowds by traveling somewhere that has yet to be discovered by everyone. Here are some of my favorite hidden travel gems in Europe you must visit.

Naxos, Greece

Hidden Travel Gems in Europe You Need to Visit Naxos

When most people think about the Greek Islands, they picture the famous but touristy islands of Mykonos and Santorini. While those are beautiful islands, my favorite Greek island is Naxos. Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades islands, which also include Mykonos and Santorini. While there are still tourists in Naxos, their numbers are not as large.

There are many things to do in Naxos including visiting sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins and a historic castle. Be sure to check out Portara, a marble gate and the symbol of Naxos.

Naxos is easily reached by ferry but there is also an airport for those that prefer to fly. Naxos is perfect for visitors of all ages and it is also family friendly.

Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

Hidden Travel Gems in Europe You Need to Visit : Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

Santa Margherita Ligure is a beautiful town in the Italian Riviera but it is not as well known as nearby Italian hotspots such as Cinque Terre and Portofino. Visitors can walk along the beautiful harbor full of yachts and fishing boats and enjoy the town beach.

Unlike the crowded Cinque Terre villages, Santa Margherita is not full of tourists. You can still visit Cinque Terre, as it is about an hour away by train. Santa Margherita is only about 6 km from Portofino but it is far less expensive. Portofino can be easily be reached from Santa Margherita by walking, bus or ferry.

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Sibiu, Romania

Sibiu Romania

Romania does not receive as much attention as other countries in Europe but it is a beautiful country worth visiting. One of the most beautiful places in Romania is the historic city of Sibiu which is located in Transylvania. Sibiu is really picturesque with cobblestone streets, large squares and beautiful churches.

Other Hidden Gems In Europe:

Here are 11 more hidden gems in Europe:

Grand European Travel Hidden Travel Gems Across Europe
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9 Comments

  1. We had Santa Margherita in our itinerary and trimmed it out and ever since then have kicked ourselves. Lesson learned. Time to go back anyways…

  2. I will be visiting Europe for the first time this spring and can’t wait to explore some places you’ve listed! Thanks for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

  3. I’ve not even heard of Sibiu or Naxos! They look like hidden gems! Now I’m running out of new cites to visit, the lesser know places are becoming more tempting.

  4. What a great post about amazing destinations. I really hope I can visit them all soon!

  5. Good list! I love that I only know a few (despite travelling a lot in Europe). And I love that you have Skye there, where my family comes from

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