The best cities to visit in 2023
The Independent’s travel team shares its destination inspiration for the year ahead
Expert travel guides on the best destinations for a city break around the world, including advice on where to eat, drink and top things to do on your holiday.
Europe
Europe boasts countries full of adventure, natural beauty and unique food scenes. Read expert guides on the best cities to visit.
The ultimate guide to Warsaw
If Barcelona, Paris and Rome aren’t your bowl of borscht, try Poland’s capital on the next city break
The ultimate guide to Warsaw
If Barcelona, Paris and Rome aren’t your bowl of borscht, try Poland’s capital on the next city break
Australia and New Zealand
Read city guides from experts on holiday destinations like Melbourne and Brisbane in Australia and Aukland, New Zealand.
Africa
Africa boasts countries full of adventure, culture and beauty – and these are the best cities to visit.
Why Fes is Morocco’s most fascinating city
How to make the most of a trip to the Moroccan second city
The ultimate guide to Casablanca, Morocco
It’s best known as a Hollywood golden oldie but how does the real-life set square up to its Moroccan city rivals? For Dom Tulett, Casablanca is hugely underrated
Middle East
Expert city guides for you to read ahead of your next Middle Eastern escape.
Dubai city guide: where to stay, eat, drink and shop
It’s flashy, it’s larger-than-life, but there’s plenty of flavour to be found in this winter-sun favourite, says Harriet Sinclair
Dubai city guide: where to stay, eat, drink and shop
It’s flashy, it’s larger-than-life, but there’s plenty of flavour to be found in this winter-sun favourite, says Harriet Sinclair
Asia
Read city guides from experts on Asia holiday destinations like Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam and Taipei in Japan.
How to spend a weekend in Osaka
What to do if you’ve got 48 hours in this up-and-coming tourist hub
India
From Mumbai to Dehli, our travel experts have compiled handy guides on the best cities to visit throughout India.
South America
Whether you're visiting Brazil or travelling to Buenos Aires, read our features on where to eat, drink and sleep in South America's best cities.
The ultimate guide to Rio de Janeiro
It’s a beautiful city best known for its lively carnival but James Litston discovers how much more there is to enjoy during a Rio city break
The ultimate guide to Rio de Janeiro
It’s a beautiful city best known for its lively carnival but James Litston discovers how much more there is to enjoy during a Rio city break
Central America
Explore the best of Central America by visiting the likes of Mexico and Costa Rica with the help of our expert city guides on recommended things to do and hotels to stay at.
Santa Fe, New Mexico city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop
With charming adobe buildings and bluebird skies, the New Mexico capital’s aesthetic appeal is endless. There’s more than ever to draw the culturally curious, finds Elizabeth Miller
USA
The USA boasts stunning scenery and exciting activities in every state, from New York skylines to Texan deserts. Read expert city guides on where to eat, drink and sleep.
How to do the perfect New York city break
NYC is the city you want to get right – whether that’s a hotel in the neighbourhood you most want to explore, the totally-worth-it dinner bill or the sightseeing shortlist, says Lucy Thackray
How to do the perfect New York city break
NYC is the city you want to get right – whether that’s a hotel in the neighbourhood you most want to explore, the totally-worth-it dinner bill or the sightseeing shortlist, says Lucy Thackray
Vancouver city guide: where to stay, eat, drink and shop
British Columbia’s nature-shrouded city has an ideal mix of trendy neighbourhoods and outdoorsy pursuits – though you may need an umbrella, says Mike MacEacheran
Italy
From wine tasting in vineyards to shopping sprees, browse expert guides on what some of Italy's best cities have to offer.
France
Whether you're visiting Toulouse or travelling to Paris, read expert city guides on where to eat, drink and sleep throughout France.
Lyon city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay
It’s foodie, fun and furnished with surprising public art – so why isn’t France’s stylish eastern city more famous? Anna Richards digs into its chef-loved gourmet scene
What to do in Barcelona
With iconic architecture, a flourishing Michelin star-worthy food scene and a vermouth revival under way, there’s never been a better time to check out the Catalan capital
What to do in Barcelona
With iconic architecture, a flourishing Michelin star-worthy food scene and a vermouth revival under way, there’s never been a better time to check out the Catalan capital
Germany
From Munich to Cologne, our travel experts have compiled handy guides on the best cities to visit in Germany.
Cologne city guide: where to eat, drink shop and stay
A quaint riverside cluster crowned by one of Europe’s most impressive cathedrals, Cologne is an atmospheric spot for a beer, a bite and a breezy boat trip, writes Tamara Hinson
Cologne city guide: where to eat, drink shop and stay
A quaint riverside cluster crowned by one of Europe’s most impressive cathedrals, Cologne is an atmospheric spot for a beer, a bite and a breezy boat trip, writes Tamara Hinson
UK
Read handy city guides from experts on the best things to do, recommended restaurants and hotel reviews for Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
How to spend a day in Calton Hill, Edinburgh’s new culture hub
With the best views in the city and cutting-edge art spaces, the capital’s ‘other’ peak has been reinvented, says Sally Coffey
How to spend a day in Roath, Cardiff’s most charming neighbourhood
Zero-waste shopping, chic little wine bars and green spaces galore – this forward-thinking ’hood is the place to stay if you’re stopping by the Welsh capital, says local Emma Sparks
England
Whether you're heading up north to Manchester or travelling to London, read these handy guides on where to eat, drink and sleep in England's best cities.
The ultimate guide to Manchester
The UK’s own slick northern metropolis was recently ranked third in the world by Time Out. Lucy Thackray immerses herself in its distinctive food and culture scene
