City Breaks in August

August is the hottest time of year in most destinations and can be a great time to enjoy a city break by the sea. What better way to spend a city break than soaking up some rays in the morning followed by a spot of evening entertainment in one of the world's top destinations. Valencia, Barcelona, Dubrovnik - they all allow you to combine a city break with a beach holiday in spectacular style. Here are some of the best destinations to combine a spot of sunbathing with a bit of sightseeing.

 

Valencia is a great destination for combining sun and city with some spectacular beaches along the coastline. The beaches are just a short drive away and you can relax on the beach before heading into town to see some wonderful sights. Not only is Valencia one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, combining modern and traditional architecture in a seamless fashion, it is also one of the great young cities in Europe with a vibrant bar and social scene. Playa Las Arenas is certainly the most popular beach in the city and you'll find plentiful bars and restaurants to enjoy a spot of relaxing in. After that you can take a walk through the Mediaeval city with its cobbled streets and narrow paths; you'll be whisked into an older world.

 

Further down the coast you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Costa Brava and Barcelona. With a number of beaches within driving distance and a city centre beach too, you'll find Barcelona a great combination in the August sunshine. Loads of bars, great restaurants and excellent nightlife will accompany you on your city break in Barcelona. Plentiful character in the buildings and a tourist centre with street shows, magicians and musicians are all here and all waiting for you to get involved.

 

City breaks in August can be expensive, however, if you book plenty of time in advance you'll find some great bargains. Different travel options to many of Europe's best destinations are available, from travelling by car, flying and taking the Eurostar. Shop around for some of the best city break deals and you'll find that even in august a top city break destination is well within reach.