City breaks 2013

Holiday rental accommodation for great weekend breaks


With some of the worlds most exciting cities just a couple of hours away, city breaks offer a fantastic option for a memorable holiday, whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, family holiday or last minute weekend break. With an abundance of cheap flights to great destinations across Europe and beyond, weekend city breaks have never been more accessible and affordable.

Holiday rental properties offer a fantastic option for great value city breaks, with more space, privacy and flexibility than a hotel. Many holiday home owners are happy to take bookings for short breaks and even offer discounts to fill last minute vacancies and quieter periods. So if you’re looking for a bargain, combining a cheap flight with holiday rental accommodation is a great way to find a cheap weekend city break. Whatever your budget, we have a range of unique holiday rental homes in great city centre locations in Europe and beyond.

Great city break destinations

Top five European city breaks

London City Breaks

With something for everyone from famous landmarks, royal attractions, historical sights, world class theatre, fascinating museums, fantastic shopping and some of the best nightlife in Europe, London is perfect for an exciting weekend break.

Paris City Breaks

One of the world's best loved cities, the French capital is a celebration of art, history and culture packed full of famous landmarks, historical sights and world class art galleries. Stylish, romantic and sophisticated, it's impossible not to fall in love with this magical city.

Prague City Breaks

With its fairytale architecture and medieval Old Town, the 'City of a Thousand Spires' is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Steeped in history and culture with a delightful bohemian atmosphere, Prague is the perfect destination for an unforgettable city break.

Venice City Breaks

Arguably the most romantic city in the world, La 'Serrenissima' (the serene one) truly lives up to its name. With cars banished, set out by foot or boat to discover the maze of canals, bridges and narrow streets for which this enchanting city is renowned.

Barcelona City Breaks

Renowned for its eclectic architecture, outstanding food and fantastic nightlife, this vibrant city is a joy to visit. With its coastal setting, Mediterranean climate and friendly atmosphere, it's no surprise that Barcelona is one of the top city break destinations in Europe.

With so many great cities on your doorstep, the only thing you need to decide is where do you want to go? European city breaks are great for cheap weekend breaks and a chance to experience the culture, history and lifestyle in another country. Choose from a range of self catering apartments and holiday homes in classic destinations for European city breaks such as Paris, Prague, Venice, Nice, Dublin, Barcelona, Amsterdam or Rome.

With no need to book a flight and easily accessible by car or train, British city breaks are ideal for last minute holidays. Sample some of the best tourist attractions, shopping and nightlife the UK has to offer with a visit to one of the great cities in England, Scotland or Wales. Further afield, why not combine a classic beach holiday with a city break for a great family holiday in top countries across the world in such as USA, South Africa, Morocco or Australia.

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