Prague
#1 in Best Places to Visit in Eastern Europe
From Prague Castle across the famous Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square, the Czech capital offers history and architecture that rivals any European city. Visit top sights like St. Vitus Cathedral and the Prague Astronomical Clock, then wander through the Jewish Quarter to see the historic synagogues and the oldest surviving Jewish cemetery of its kind. Prague is also about 60 miles northwest of Pilsen, the birthplace of pilsner-style beer, so you’ll find pints in bars on every corner.
Budapest
#2 in Best Places to Visit in Eastern Europe
The magic of Budapest lies in is its stunning historical architecture. You’ll find fairy-tale-like structures, such as the neo-Gothic Fisherman’s Bastion, the medieval Buda Castle, the neo-Renaissance St. Stephen’s Basilica and the second-largest synagogue in the world, the Moorish Revival Dohány Street Synagogue. Plus, the «City of Spas» sits on top of 118 thermal springs and features several thermal baths, including the Széchenyi Baths and the Gellért Baths, making it an excellent destination for a relaxing vacation. Another bonus: Prices for flights and lodging are a fraction of what you’ll pay to visit cities like Rome and Paris.
