Jennifer Banful

The seat of the Roman Empire and the Papacy, Rome is one of the world’s most unique cities in the world. Thanks to its thousands of years of history, it boasts iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon — but it’s not all ancient wonders here. You can also find contemporary art and architecture at museums like the MAXXI or enjoy natural scenery at the Villa Borghese park or the Laghetto in EUR. And that’s without mentioning its fantastic restaurants, fabulous bars and bustling markets. You’d need a lifetime to see everything the Eternal City has to offer, but you can squeeze a lot into a long weekend, or preferably a week. Here are the best attractions in Rome, Italy, that you can't miss. Updated May 2025: Want to see what an emperor's villa looked like 2,000 years ago thorugh the power of VR? We've just added a tour for that.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Rome🏘️ Where to stay in Rome🛏️ The best Airbnbs in Rome🏨 The best hotels in Rome Livia Hengel is a writer based in Rome. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links, which have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

Tired of Trafalgar Square? Already seen Buckingham Palace? It’s true that London has many wonderful landmarks, sights and attractions – but let’s face it, most of the world knows about them. And most visitors to the capital will be flocking to them. So, why not forego the over-subscribed usual suspects and check out our run-down of the quirky, the weird, the offbeat, cool and countrified? In a nutshell: these are places that are a little below-the-radar, but no less for it. They’ll have you adventuring into pockets of London that you didn’t even know were there. From a Jack the Ripper walking tour to a medieval palace, go forth and start exploring the best alternative attractions in London!   Updated May 2025: Whether you're into rock music or rom coms, there's a walking tour for you. Walk in the footsteps of move stars and musicians while snapping photos of famous locations and hearing all the best stories about the area.  RECOMMENDED: 🏙 Check out these essential sightseeing tours in London🚌 See our editor's pick for the best London bus tours  For the most up-to-date recs, check out what's on in London this week. This guide was recently updated by London-based content executive, Talia Stanton. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. While we might not stay in every hotel featured below, we've based our list on top reviews and amenities to find you the b

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of trying to see as much of New York as possible in a short time, the solution might be one of Gotham's best walking tours. NYC is one of the easiest cities to navigate on foot, and there's certainly no shortage of interesting sights around every corner, from awesome outdoor art to the most haunted places in NYC to beautiful NYC buildings to the most awe-inspiring New York attractions. New York natives and first-time tourists alike will discover parts of the city they’ve never seen before on the best walking tours in NYC. RECOMMENDED: 🗽See our full guide to New York City tours🚨Check out the best crime tours in NYC🏨Stay in the best hotels in NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

Whether you have two months, two weeks, or 24 hours to plan a gift (it happens!), lucky for you, there are some quick and cheap options out there for flower delivery. All you have to do is browse a website, choose from some absolutely stunning bouquets, and wait for your loved one to gush about their botanical beauties. Birthday, Valentine’s Day, anniversary—no matter the occasion, the following websites have pretty posies in totally affordable tiers. And you don’t even have to deliver them yourself. Happy flower shopping, friends! Here are the best cheap flower delivery services in the USA. RECOMMENDED: 🍫 Complete your gift with the best chocolate shops in the USA How do we know it's the best of the best? Our lists are expertly curated by our local experts far and wide to offer you the lowdown on the best delivery services. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

How to show you care? Nothing beats a floral surprise dropped on that special someone's doorstep. If you're opting to gift a beautiful bouquet, though, just know you can’t do it half-heartedly. You can't get more 'last minute' like a bunch of petrol station peonies – and your recipient will be able to tell. Instead, brighten up their day with a handpicked arrangement from one of the million-and-one incredible florists all over London, with one million-and-one ways to get beautiful bouquets delivered the very same day, or the day after if you’re too slow (just blame delivery delays). Because we're amazing, we’ve made it even easier for you, panic-buyer or not – hey, we don't discriminate. We've scoured the city to bring you this list of the best flower deliveries in London – each one hand-picked by Time Out experts.  Why not take a look at:💐 The best same-day flower delivery in London🍷 The best alcohol delivery services in London 🛏 Need a getaway? Here are the best Airbnbs in London How do we determine the cream of the crop? Our staff picks combine the top, most recent reviews with some of our personal favourites to make sure you get the best deal on the web. Throughout this article, you may notice some affiliate links – these have no influence on our editorial content – we pinky swear. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

Vibrant, historical, and home to real Scottish humour, Glasgow is a special city with an equally special set of spaces to stay. Along with the usual options of bright and shiny modern chains, you’ll also discover some truly unique places on the map – like the self-catering apartments in a former bank or a room to put your head down in a converted Victorian mansion. The best part is that they’re all conveniently placed near the city’s bars, restaurants art galleries and theatres. You’re sure to find something that suits your tastes and, while we’re at it, some are worth visiting even if just for a glass of bubbly or a wholesome, hearty meal. We love the champagne bar at Grand Central and Barry Duff’s bistro at One Devonshire Gardens Hotel du Vin, for instance. Ideal spots for enjoying the city 24 hours a day, and without being completely bank-breaking. Enjoy – you deserve it!  RECOMMENDED: 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿The best Airbnbs in Glasgow⛰The best Airbnbs in the Scottish Highlands Updated July 2024: Pssst, we have a newcomer called Native on the list we think you might like, especially you're after somewhere cosy, central and functional.  Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. Fo

We'll always be NYC's biggest cheerleaders, why wouldn't we be? The city has it all! But everyone needs a breather from the bustle of city life every once in a while. Luckily, you don't need to travel very far for some well-deserved R&R. The Catskills are the place to be. Not too far from the city, but far enough to escape the center. So, pack your best knitwear, dig out those hiking boots, and book a weekend away. Okay so, you've got the destination down, but where to stay? That’s where we come in. We’ve scoured Airbnb to find some of the Catskills’ most unique, stylish, and memorable getaways, from group adventures near the mountains to romantic hideaways, we've ticked every box. Scroll on to discover your dream rental ...  RECOMMENDED: 🪵Check out the best Airbnbs in Hudson Valley🏊‍♀️See our list of best New York upstate resorts⛰Discover the best of upstate New York Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

Only a short train ride from Paris and you'll be at the stunning Château de Versailles. This perfect day trip location has many sights to behold, such as the 240-foot Hall of Mirrors, the quaint thatched mill known as Hameau de la Reine (gifted to Marie-Antoinette by her husband Louis XVI in 1774), and the magnificent boating lake. The palace began life in 1623 as a hunting lodge built by Louis XIII and was gradually embellished into the vast spectacle it forms today. At more than 2,000 acres Versailles holds the title of the world’s largest royal domain and took 54 years to complete; the work survived many a royal Louis, as well as the building’s original architect Louis Le Vau. It's a must-see when on your travels to Paris. So, start planning your visit now with our selection of all the entry tickets, tours and events you'll need to explore one of the most extravagant buildings not just in France, but the world. 📍 Discover more of the best day trips from Paris This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Housed in Singapore’s most culturally vibrant districts, these contemporary boutique hotels are a refreshing alternative to established hotel chains we all love. These swish hotels reveal an oft-unseen facet of our modern metropolis and promise to beguile you with their distinctive charms. All are designed to offer you a slice of comforting luxury without being too far from the hustle and bustle of city life.  Whether you're choosing to isolate yourself in a peaceful setting away from home or spending quality time with your significant other, these boutique and shophouse hotels in Singapore have all it takes for the perfect staycation.  RECOMMENDED:📍Check out the best things to do in Singapore🇸🇬Stay at the best hotels in Singapore 💞Or head to the most romantic hotels in Singapore Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

If you want to see a host of London’s attractions in one joyful day, London bus tours are the way to go. Why go on foot when you can embrace the sheer fun of pootling through the city on a double-decker, getting a bird's eye view of historic buildings that just don't look the same from street level? Plus, there's no need to wear out your trainers or elbow your way through crowds.  Once, London bus tours had a faintly cheesy reputation, but these days they take in everything from fine dining to James Bond to ghosts alongside the classic sights. Spoilt for choice? We’ve rounded up the best London bus tours for you to take your pick. Our choice selection includes open-top classics that enable you to tick off your favourite landmarks one by one, spooky tours by twilight, and even a Harry Potter bus tour that takes in all the bespectacled boy wizard’s trips around the capital, from King’s Cross to Number 12 Grimmauld Place.  Want more?🚲Try a London bike tour instead💂‍♀️Check out the best London tours 🛏Stay in the best Airbnbs in London This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

With all the brilliant things you can see and do in Madrid, it can be tough trying to plan your itinerary, so we're here to help you narrow down your quest. Want to ooh and ahh over palaces both grand and humble? Appreciate great art in the city's best museums and galleries? Spend some time strolling around famous flea markets and relaxing in parks? We've got you covered. Mardid really is the place to experience the best of the best in culture and architecture. It's home to one of the most significant art museums in the world, a globally renowned shopping street and the largest palace in Western Europe. So, whether you live in the Spanish capital or are visiting for a few days, you simply have to visit the best attractions in Madrid. Vamos! RECOMMENDED: See our full guide to the best things to do in Madrid This guide was written by Editorial Director of Time Out Madrid, Marta Bac. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. While we might not stay in every hotel featured below, we've based our list on top reviews and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

It seems obvious to state that Toronto, Canada’s largest city, is brimming with fantastic things to do. We're talking amazing museums, exquisite cuisine and some of the best nightlife in the entire Great White North. Not to mention the nature walks, which you can find right in the heart of the city (hello Balfour Park loop). There’s nowhere else quite like it. Toronto is a city that manages to both preserve its areas of cultural importance and expand at a break-neck pace. Get ready to explore both the city’s rich heritage and its exciting future – here are our top picks of Toronto’s best attractions. RECOMMENDED: 🚶Best things to do in Toronto🏨 The best hotels in Toronto This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

If Rebel Rebel were a personality they would be the extroverted cool kid. Situated on the corner of Westgate Street, this Hackney-based florist is known for their edgy and expressive blooms. I for one love their punky, off-beat approach to hand-tied bouquets, so I was pleased to be invited over to see the flower power in action for myself. When I got to their vibey Mare Street Market unit, I was immediately drawn to the blue tile display that sits bang in the middle of the shop floor, brimming with vibrant flowers from top to bottom. Their speciality? Well, not that they need any street cred from us, but their long-stemmed hand-tied bouquets are doozies. Run by Athena and Mairead, the team here source the majority of their blooms from both Covent Garden Flower Market and their very own flower farm in Norfolk. They’ve got a passion for showcasing the best of British flowers when growing season allows (if it's out of season, they simply don't sell it). That's how you know you'll always get the best quality when you buy here. And if you can't pay the store a visit, you'll find a beautiful selection of bouquets available to order online, including wedding flowers.  What's the price point? Bouquets start from £60. Best for: The tasselled and undone look. Time Out tip: Rebel Rebel occasionally team up with Dusty Knuckle in Dalston to host flower workshops. This is your chance to learn all the tips and tricks of arranging a bouquet from start to finish. 

Just a tote-bag swing from London Fields station, Grace & Thorn recently bid adieu to their Hackney Road shop, moving production into this cosy basement workshop tucked away on the corner of Mentmore Terrace. (PSA: it’s more or less opposite the E5 Bakehouse, in case you're looking for a very good sourdough loaf.) Go down the steps and you'll find an airy, light-filled workshop with the chill vibes of a coffee shop, and walls lined with fine art and pickle jar vases filled with seasonal blooms and foliage in pastel shades. It's like an English garden in a basement – it doesn't get much more Hackney than that.  On my first time visiting Grace & Thorn, I loved the delicacy and artistry that goes into the creation of each bouquet. It's really a celebration of the flower itself. There’s a focus on composition and texture, with bouquets that go big on that undone, tasselled look that Grace & Thorn is known for. Seeing florist Silvijas's handiwork in person, I was blown away by the levels of intricacy and artistry. Really impressive stuff.  @ordinaryjen_ Here’s a little something I filmed for a local flower shop in Hackney. They’re called Grace and Thorn and their team are the sweetest. If you’re ever in London Fields, you should totally swing by 😉🌹#localbusiness #londonflowers #londonlife ♬ flower day - jeanie What's the price point? Bouquets start from £65. Pretty decent for a bespoke bunch. Best for: Rustic, asymmetrical, one-of-a-kind floral bouquets. Time Out tip: In yo

When this place opened, back in 2004, it was billed as ‘London’s first boutique hotel’. That means you can probably guess the vibe, but if pushed? I’d describe it as ‘classy vintage’, which means stag heads, luxe red wallpaper, staff kitted out in braces and waistcoats, that kind of thing. I felt like I’d entered the pages of a Victorian mystery. I liked it.  But first things first – this place isn’t easy to find. You might need to Google-map your way through its secluded blue door on St John Square, but it’s totally worth the hunt. That’s not to say it’s not without its faults. Keen for a view, I picked a spot by the window for my (excellent) small-plates dinner, and got to spend the evening gazing out at some scaffolding. Still, that’s hardly their fault, and you can’t have everything, right? And everything else really was pretty fine. My room was big for a boutique hotel, with a canopied queen bed (I loved the sheets and ridiculously soft mattress) and some of the nicest reading lamps, I’ve ever used. It’s all very cosy and homely, and I really liked the hot water bottle and the corded telephone, even if the rotary dial was just a prop (probably best – they always were a pain in the arse).  To be honest, the whole place was well thought-out and elegant, with exceptional service from people that clearly care about what they do. Special mention, though, to the gorgeous bath – I could definitely get used to regular soaks in that – a blissful element of a really rather lovely

Did you think Canary Wharf was all soulless glass office buildings and city suits? Times have changed, and this TRIBE hotel – the first UK location from a group with hotels across the globe – is a good example of the fact that Canary Wharf’s is actually well worth a look these days. It’s a welcoming place a short walk from the station, with a striking redbrick exterior that’s clearly taken its cue from a Brooklyn apartment block. And that’s a good thing. Inside it’s kitted out in inviting hues: pastel pinks, coppery reds and light grey booths, coupled with Art Deco prints, tropical plants and a groovy lamp in – I think? – every corner. I liked it. The rooms are a solid mix of form and function; the bed’s a doozy and the fact you can order room service via a QR code on your flatscreen TV is a nice touch (be gone, phoning down!). But what I actually loved most were the spectacular floor-to-ceiling views overlooking the Thames Waterway. It’s a really lovely look, especially when night falls. Fun fact for fitness freaks: visitors also get an exclusive pass to the (excellent) Third Space gym a five-minute walk from the hotel – and there are plans to bring one in-house at some point, too.  Neighbourhood:You’re in Wood Wharf, a quiet residential neighbourhood (yes, they exist around here) about an eight-minute walk from Jubilee and Elizabeth lines, and the DLR. Those transport links means it works well as a base for exploring London, though you’re pretty well served if you want to s