Ariel view of Il Campo and Torre del Mangia in Siena, Italy with the Tuscan countryside in the background.

9 Outstanding Day Trips from Florence

Florence is breathtaking and exploring Tuscany’s capital alone can easily fill several days. Yet, with so many fascinating day trips from Florence available, I highly recommend adding more time to your itinerary to explore them.

These are some of the most popular day trips, from exploring charming medieval towns to driving through Tuscan landscapes and visiting historical sites.

Front-facing view of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.

One Perfect Day: A Paris from London Day Trip Itinerary

A Paris from London day trip is a totally possible and thoroughly enjoyable way to add some time in Paris to your London trip.

Eurostar makes it easy to get from London’s city center to Paris’s city center in about 2.5 hours, giving you an entire day to explore the city.

Keep reading for my top tips and a sample itinerary for your day in Paris.

How to Plan a Day Trip to Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli

How to Plan a Day Trip to Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli

In ancient Rome, it was expected that an emperor would get weary of life in the capital city, and it was customary to build another sprawling estate (or a few estates) in places outside the city. Emperor Hadrian did just this between 121 and 137 AD, near a hillside town about 18 miles east of Rome.

Today, you can visit the ruins of Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli, and it makes for an easy and fascinating day trip.

Exterior view of Chateau du Clos-Luce in Amboise, France.

A Guide to the Enchanting Loire Valley Chateaux

If exploring the endlessly varied, unique, and breathtakingly opulent corridors of 16th-Century castles is your thing, then a stop in the Loire Valley is a must.

This region in France is a fertile agricultural area, as well as home to over 1,000 castles (chateaux in French), so you’ll find a marvelous combination of luxurious palatial estates and gardens, mouth watering cuisine, and delightful wines to sample.

Really, what could be better?

3 Ways to Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome

3 Ways to Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome

Pompeii is a city frozen — or rather, seared — in time. And if you are a history enthusiast, or just want a glimpse into what real life was like for the average Roman 2,000 years ago, it’s very much worth it to plan a visit.

If you are already in Rome (or nearby), I highly recommend making the day trip to Pompeii. It’s fascinating and very worth the little extra effort to get there. Here are 3 ways you could do it – choose the one that best fits your travel style!

Visit the Champagne region to tour the vineyards and taste the wines.

Paris to Champagne: A Day Trip Worth Toasting!  

A day trip from Paris to Champagne is a fascinating and relaxing way to spend a day — a breath of fresh air in picturesque villages surrounded by sweeping green hillsides.

The Champagne region of France is rightly famous for its amazing bubbly — it exports over 300 million bottles a year. But it’s well worth the trip to see firsthand the places where this beloved beverage is made. And, as a certified travel expert who specializes in custom-designed itineraries, I know that a day trip from Paris to Champagne can seamlessly fit into any Paris itinerary.

Bridges and canals in Strasbourg, France.

Unforgettable Day Trips From Paris (Some Will Surprise You!)

It’s no secret that a person could spend weeks in Paris and not run out of fascinating, beautiful, and delicious things to experience. It’s one of the reasons I love the city so much and why I chose to become a certified Paris Travel Expert specializing in crafting custom itineraries for travelers.

But here’s something that many travelers don’t consider: the areas surrounding Paris hold so many treasures, as well, and they are surprisingly easy to access. With the right planning, you can enjoy all kinds of adventures — and return to the City of Lights as your home base.

Canopo at Hadrian's Villa

12 Delightful Day Trips from Rome Within 2 Hours Reach

There’s no question that the city of Rome and all of its must-see sights could keep a curious traveler occupied and enthralled for weeks. But if you’re looking for a breather in the middle of your Roman holiday, Italy’s awesome public transport makes day trips from Rome an easy choice that can add so much richness to your trip.