The perfect city break for you

A city break is a short trip to the city (2-5 days), available with us immediately with a flight and hotel in the package. You absorb the atmosphere of the city and visit its attractions (museums, monuments, viewpoints). Typically, you go to a nearby city or country for a city break, but you will also find opportunities to travel to other continents.

The cheapest city break destinations are are usually those closest to home, such as Paris or Amsterdam. But be aware that these hotspots can be expensive when you get there! If you're looking to stretch the budget, consider Riga, Budapest and other Southeast European cities. Travelling midweek versus the weekend will also impact prices, as will the date of your trip. For example, the cost of a trip in the summer season could be far higher than in for an autumn break.

Europe's historical capitals are always popular for City Breaks – think Paris, Barcelona, ​​London and Rome. We think you'll also find plenty to delight you in smaller cities, such as Bologna and Munich, or in sunnier spots like Malaga.

For a weekend city break, choose cities with a rich nightlife, such as Madrid, Amsterdam or Milan. Scandinavian capitals like Copenhagen and Oslo are popular due to their short, frequent flights. Berlin, Dublin and Edinburgh are also fun destinations for a quick weekend away.

Ok, so we all know that Paris or Rome are amazing, but have you thought about giving some of the lesser-known capitals a chance? Bucharest and Sofia have plenty to discover, without the annoying crowds. Or how about islands, such as Malta and Iceland, or even cities that are further afield, like New York, Abu Dhabi or Dubai? All of these and more are increasingly popular destinations for city breaks so you'll be spoilt for choice.

The beauty of a city break is that you can easily tailor the cost to suit your budget. Opt for inexpensive flights from eSky.co.uk and 2-3 star hotels to leave you more money for fun!