Discover the greatest treasures of European culture with Hilton.
If history, architecture, cuisine or art are your main interests, if you are passionate about learning and broadening your horizons, these 8 destinations are sure to inspire you. They preserve the richest cultural heritage of this diverse continent in the form of museums, theaters, cathedrals, palaces and countless works of art.
So book a room in one of these beautiful and exclusive Hilton hotels and discover the impressive monuments, the unique masterpieces and the overwhelming experiences that these cities have in store for you.
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Vienna
You can’t take a European cultural trip without stopping off in Vienna. The city of music, home to historical figures such as Mozart, Freud and Princess Sissi, still offers an exciting atmosphere and a cultural offering that is second to none hundreds of years later – a true paradise for bon vivants and lovers of the fine arts.
A stroll along the Ringstrasse with all its imperial buildings, monuments and parks from the late 19th century is just as essential as an evening at the legendary Vienna State Opera or a ride on the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel. And there’s definitely no better place to enjoy the full Viennese experience than at one of the city’s three Hilton hotels.
Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront
This large hotel is located directly on the banks of the Danube and offers spectacular views. In this sense, it is ideal for those who want to get some exercise as well as culture: be it long walks along the river, an e-bike ride to the city center (in less than 10 minutes) or a swim in the hotel’s outdoor pool. And for sailors, there are even boat tours on the Danube, which are offered just a few steps away from the Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront.
Hilton Vienna Park
If you want to experience all that Viennese life has to offer, this is your place to stay. At this recently renovated hotel, you have the beautiful city park on your doorstep and the Opera Ring just a 15-minute walk away – perfect for a relaxed start to your sightseeing tour. What’s more, the shopping district and the best cafés and restaurants are just a stone’s throw away, so you can quickly enjoy the best of Austrian fashion and cuisine.
Hilton Vienna Plaza
What better way to discover the city than to stay right in the historic center? All the better if the accommodation itself is an architectural gem: this Art Deco-style hotel rivals in elegance the Vienna City Hall, just a 10-minute walk away, and the palaces on the Ringstrasse, at the foot of which it lies.
Prague
Prague is a true paradise for lovers of medieval history and a city that takes more than a lifetime to discover. With its Baroque and Gothic castles and cathedrals, its narrow and beautiful streets and its large and spectacular bridges, the capital of the former Kingdom of Bohemia truly hides a wonder around every corner.
Whether it’s crossing the Charles Bridge over the Vltava, strolling along Vyšehrad or checking the time on the Old Town Astronomical Clock – with every step and every minute you are a little closer to life three hundred (and even a thousand) years ago. So don’t rush into immersing yourself in history, book a room at one of these two Hilton hotels in Prague and take your time to explore.
Hilton Prague
Location and luxury are the two main words that characterize this hotel. Overlooking the Vltava River and just a 15-minute walk from the Powder Tower and Old Town Square, it combines proximity to the historic center with beautiful views – especially from the Cloud 9 Sky Bar & Lounge. And for those days when some relaxation is needed before another round of city exploration, there’s an indoor pool, sauna and steam room.
Hilton Prague Old Town
If you want to fully immerse yourself in the city, look no further. This elegant Art Deco-style hotel is literally just 8 minutes from the Old Town Hall, surrounded by centuries of history. The privileged location doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort, however: There’s also an indoor pool, a sauna and a spa where you can relax.
Versailles
Stepping into the inner courtyard of the Sun King is a true time travel experience. In its four-hundred-year history, the perfectly preserved salons, personal chambers, hunting lodges and gardens have witnessed many fundamental episodes in European history and have also been the setting for numerous films and series.
So if we want to enjoy the frescoes in the Salon de Vénus, the endless anecdotes of the Gallery of Mirrors and the vast and mathematically perfect gardens, why not stayat the nearby Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace like real kings.
Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace
Honoring the splendor of the Bourbon dynasty, this hotel built in 1907 is truly fit for kings and queens. With a spectacular view of the palace and its gardens, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a 2,800 square meter spa, everyone at the Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace truly feels like a monarch visiting the court of Louis XIV.
Berlin
The German capital could also be described as the capital of cultural contrasts. Because in Berlin, East and West, past and present meet. These are the same streets that unite the elegant palaces of the Prussian era with the sparse high-rises of Soviet construction, the museums dedicated to antiquity with the craziest examples of local street art, the restaurants of European haute cuisine with those of the Middle East.
Listen to the Berlin Philharmonic live, be impressed by the thousand wonders of Museum Island, touch history at the Berlin Wall, take the obligatory photo at the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie… The list of things to do in this city is almost endless, but unfortunately the days are not that long. Luckily, there are four Hilton hotels to choose from for your exciting vacation.
Hilton Berlin
Located right in the Mitte district, this hotel is the perfect base camp for your city exploration. It’s literally just a 2-minute walk from the beautiful Gendarmenmarkt, and 15 minutes from Museum Island, Unter den Linden and the remains of the Berlin Wall. Plus, it even has a sauna for those much-needed breaks between adventures.
Hampton by Hilton Berlin City Center Alexanderplatz
This hotel is perfect for both 20th century history fanatics and true foodies. Located right in the heart of communist Berlin, you can reach the iconic Berlin TV Tower, Karl-Marx-Allee and the charming Nikolai Quarter in less than 15 minutes on foot. In addition, the hotel shares the neighborhood with numerous museums dedicated to the former GDR, as well as a wide selection of restaurants serving cuisine from around the world.
Waldorf Astoria Berlin
This luxurious hotel is ideal for a combination of cultural, shopping and gastronomic vacations. The famous Tiergarten park is right on the doorstep and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and Kurfürstendamm, the city’s main shopping street, are just around the corner. In addition, the Waldorf Astoria Berlin itselfoffers a first-class restaurant and a spa – for relaxing between shopping trips.
Hampton by Hilton Berlin City West
At this hotel, you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and international cuisine of the Charlottenburg district. It is located just a few steps away from Kurfürstendamm and Savignyplatz, where you can store in the department stores and boutiques as well as try out the best Asian restaurants in the city while admiring the elegant pre-war villas that characterize this district.
Budapest
The result of the merger of sister cities Buda, Óbuda and Pest is one of the most visually spectacular destinations on the entire continent – so its inclusion on this list should come as no surprise. The number of neoclassical palaces, neo-Gothic churches, romantic parks and general sights is so great that you’d better bring an extra battery for all those photos.
Almost obligatory for all visitors is a walk along the banks of the Danube – or a boat trip on the Danube itself – from which you can enjoy the view of Budapest’s most important architectural gems. No less recommended is the route from St. Stephen’s Basilica to Heroes’ Square, along the boutiques on Andrássy út and a visit to one of the many thermal baths. And to top it all off, you can booka room in one of these Hilton hotels.
Hilton Garden Inn Budapest City Center
There’s a lot to see in Budapest, so it’s better to stay at this hotel right in the city center – just minutes from the Hungarian State Opera, the Hungarian Parliament and the Széchenyi Chain Bridge over the Danube. What’s more, there’s hardly a better way to end a day of sightseeing than dining onthe rooftop terrace with a view of St. Stephen’s Basilica .
Hilton Budapest
If it’s location and views you’re after, you’ve come to the right place. Located in the heart of the Castle District, this hotel is literally next to the Fisherman’s Bastion and the Gothic Matthias Church and just a few minutes away from the Budapest Palace and almost countless other sights. And if you want to get ready for your long explorations, the hotel even offers a 24-hour fitness center with views of Castle Hill and the eastern side of the city.
Florence
Rome may be the Eternal City and Venice the most illustrious – but if there’s one place that’s synonymous with art in Italy, it’s undoubtedly Florence. Known as the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance’, where artists such as Dante, Brunelleschi and Da Vinci lived and created, five hundred years later it still retains the exciting atmosphere that made it the cultural powerhouse of Europe and one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Whatever your taste in art, this city leaves nothing to be desired. The Uffizi Gallery with its huge collection of classical art, Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia di Belle Arti and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with its spectacular dome are just some of the must-see sights. So take enough time to really enjoy the city – and the legendary Italian cuisine – by stayingat the Hilton Florence Metropole.
Hilton Florence Metropole
If Mediterranean culture is truly characterized by the laid-back attitude of its people, then this is the perfect hotel to immerse yourself in the Florence lifestyle. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city in the western district, you’ll find a relaxation room with a whirlpool and waterfall, an elegant restaurant serving Tuscan delicacies and a beautiful view over the entire city. And as soon as you want to continue your sightseeing tour, a local shuttle service is available to connect you to the historic center.
The Hague
It is probably the least known destination on this list, and wrongly so. After all, the capital of the Netherlands boasts one of the oldest parliament buildings in the world still in use, some of the most internationally renowned dance companies and a café culture to rival that of Paris.
But whether you’re visiting the many royal palaces, admiring the paintings of Dutch masters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt in the Mauritshuis or simply stopping for a hot drink and a stroopwafel on a terrace on the Grote Markt, we can only recommend stayingat the Hilton The Hague.
Hilton The Hague
Immerse yourself in the Dutch lifestyle at this former post office, which now serves as a hotel. History buffs and art lovers can walk to the Binnenhof and the Mauritshuis in just a few minutes, but the whole neighborhood is dotted with interesting museums, boutiques and restaurants – much to the delight of shoppers and foodies. The hotel also has a lovely waterfront bar terrace overlooking the neighboring canal. And did we mention that The Hague has a beach? It’s only a quarter of an hour away!
Krakow
To finish off our list with a highlight, we saved one destination that we definitely couldn’t forget. The former capital of Poland is the best example of Renaissance and Baroque art in Central and Eastern Europe and is still an important cultural and scientific center of the continent today. In short, Krakow is a must for history buffs, artists and also for foodies who want to sample Polish cuisine.
Both Hilton hotels in the city serve perfectly as a starting point to climb the seat of kings on the Wawel, visit the largest medieval market in Europe, explore the Jewish quarter and enter one of the oldest salt mines in the world: Wieliczka
DoubleTree by Hilton Krakow Hotel & Convention Center
If your priorities are shopping, sports and the latest technological innovations as well as exploring the city, you’ve come to the right place. This hotel is located right next to the famous Galeria Plaza shopping center, just a short walk from the Tauron Arena stadium and EXPO Krakow – and only 10 minutes by car from the historic Old Town.
Hampton by Hilton Krakow
The Hampton by Hilton Krakow is located right next to the DoubleTree by Hilton Krakow Hotel & Convention Center and is therefore perfect for sports fans and shoppers. History buffs will also get their money’s worth at the Oskar Schindler enamel factory just 10 minutes away.