At the end of October, the cities of Central and Northern Europe take on a special charm: morning mist, stone lanes, warm cafés. Here are three getaway ideas for the autumn holidays or Halloween weekend, with links to plan the stay, go on a road trip and watch flight prices.
1. Prague, Czech Republic
Bridges, gothic towers and old breweries: the city has a dark-fairytale mood that suits Halloween. Get up early for Charles Bridge, when it is almost empty, and keep a warm jacket for the evening.
See places in Prague →2. Edinburgh, Scotland
An old town built on a hill, a castle above the rooftops and narrow lanes (the closes) made for ghost stories. Many themed tours run at this time of year: book ahead and check times on the official sites.
See places in Edinburgh →3. Budapest, Hungary
Thermal baths feel even better when it is cool outside. Add a walk along the Danube at sunset and a coffee in one of the grand historic cafés.
See places in Budapest →How to book smart
School holidays push up demand for flights and stays. Create a price alert now on the city page: you get an e-mail when an interesting price appears, without checking the sites every day.
Prices, opening times and entry rules change. Always check official sources and the airline's conditions before booking.
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