Amsterdam, Netherlands
Famous for its intricate canal system, pretty little houses along the streets, and especially the windmills, Amsterdam is a dreamy destination for tourists around the world, likened to the Venice of Italy. In addition, the coffee shops selling "weed" or the bustling red light district attract the curiosity of 4 million tourists every year.
The two main characters inThe Fault in Our Starshad a memorable trip to Amsterdam, met the author of the book they both loved and visited the Anna Frank museum. The film took the audience to explore the ancient, poetic beauty of the city, and also spoke up to "defend" the "bad reputation" of this place: "There are tourists who think that Amsterdam is a sinful city, but in fact it is a free city. And when they are free, most people turn to sin."
Prague, Czech
If beautiful European cities are considered precious stones, then Prague emerges as a precious diamond. The capital of the Czech Republic has a charming and impressive beauty, voted as one of the most worth-visiting tourist cities in Europe with beautiful ancient castles, impressive architecture such as the old town of Stare Mesto and Old Town Square. Many tourists come here to explore the unique cuisine as well as the gentle but no less interesting people.
The timeless beauty of Hluboká Castle near Prague was used as a filming location for a vampire movie.UnderworldNot only that, the magnificent squares and palaces in Prague also became the filming location for the classic movie.Amadeus, replacing Vienna in the original. That was not the only time Prague was used in films to replace Vienna, when the filmThe Illusionistalso used Prague Castle, the town of Tábor and the fairytale village of Cesky Krumlov as filming locations. More modern, bothMission: ImpossiblePart 1 andCasino Royaleboth chose the idyllic Prague as the backdrop for their fiery action scenes.
Budapest, Hungary
It is hard to deny the attraction of Budapest to tourists when this city is affectionately called by many names such as "Pearl of the Danube", "Heart of Europe", or "Paris of the East". Completely different from the peaceful appearance on both sides of the river, the center of Budapest is always bustling, and is where you can find countless strange items. Besides, this city is also famous for its public baths, especially Rudas Rudas Gellért & Baths which are extremely popular with visitors.
Rudas Rudas Gellért & Baths was the filming location of the movieEvitaAlso located on the banks of the Danube River, the Bálna building with its "timeless" modern architecture was used in famous science fiction movies.Blade Runner 2049andThe MartianOf course, the ancient architectural works that are Budapest's strong points are not wasted:The Phantom of the Operachose the Hungarian Grand Theatre as the filming location to create a melancholy, mysterious, sophisticated yet splendid atmosphere. A series of action-spy movies also chose this beautiful city as their setting such as Spy, Atomic Blonde, Red Sparrow...
Vienna, Austria
Tourists to Vienna will definitely visit the Baroque castle, the Kunsthistorisches Museum displaying a great collection of ancient Egypt, the traditional streetside taverns, the elegant gardens or the contemporary architecture combined with masterpieces of decorative arts. Vienna is also a dream destination for art lovers as it regularly hosts classical concerts at the city theater - where Mozart made his brilliant mark in his career.
The unique city of Vienna, with its blend of cultural and architectural beauty, is the setting for the classic romantic drama.Before Sunrise. Two strangers who meet by chance on a train decide to get off at Vienna station and spend the night together, wandering around and exploring the city. Most of the scenes are shot on the streets of Vienna, giving the viewer the feeling of following the characters around the city. Among them are many famous places such as Wiener Riesenrad, Kleines Cafe, Cafe Sperl, Maria am Gestade, Friedhof der Namenlosen, Maria Theresien Platz and Zollamtssteg Bridge. Any tourist can follow their lead and explore Vienna on foot or by hop-on hop-off double-decker bus.
Paris, France
It is said that if you have not visited Paris, it is as if you have never been to Europe. Paris with the Eiffel Tower is the most famous symbol of love and friendship in the world. When visiting the magnificent capital of Paris, visitors cannot miss the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Luxembourg Gardens, Paris Mosque or the d'Orsay Art Museum. It will definitely bring you not only interesting but also extremely valuable experiences.
Paris is so poetic, so there are countless romantic movies set in Paris.AméliegoodMoulin Rouge!One of the most famous movies isMidnight in ParisInterweaving reality and fantasy, it not only introduces the audience to the beautiful scenery of Paris but also recreates a dreamy period of artists and philosophers who chose this place as their home. And not to be missed isBefore Sunset- part 2 of Before Sunrise - this time the two main characters reunite in Paris, and they spend a day together wandering around the city...
Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva, famous for its beauty in Switzerland, is also known as the "green city" with more than 20 parks in the center. This is also an ideal resting, relaxing and camping destination for locals and tourists. In addition, this city is also famous for its fairy-tale castles leaning against the mountains and facing the poetic but equally majestic river such as Château de Chillon, Place Bourg du Four or the square that is as old as the city itself. Another reason that attracts tourists to Geneva is the Philippe Patek museum, where you will admire the huge collection of Swiss watches that makes many people crave.
Geneva is so poetic and peaceful but it is the filming location of many famous detective, crime and intelligence films such asThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,Angels and Demons,Syriana,The Bourne Identity... But that does not mean we can deny the beauty and vitality of this city, because it is not by chance that this place was chosen as the setting for many famous 007 movies such asGoldeneye,The Spy Who Loved Me,On Her Majesty's Secret ServiceandGoldfinger.
Bruges, Belgium
Similar to Venice and Amsterdam, Bruges is also an extremely romantic canal city, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. To fully enjoy the beauty of the city, visitors should book a boat tour along the canals. Or sitting and enjoying beer and food at outdoor restaurants along the road is also an interesting experience not to be missed when coming to Bruges.
Bruges' charming medieval architecture is a highlight of the film.In Bruges. A hitman has to hide in this most touristy city in Belgium after a failed business deal. Although he scowled and complained: "If I was born in the countryside and was crazy, Bruges would be quite impressive, but it's not", the fairytale beauty of Bruges shown in the film proved to the audience otherwise.
Lisbon, Portugal
Often overlooked on tourist destinations in the past, Lisbon has been transforming and becoming a favorite city in recent years. Besides sunbathing and strolling around the city with its beautiful architecture, watching the sunset from Miradouro da Senhora do Monte will leave you speechless. If you are a shopaholic, the modern and colorful Amoreiras shopping center is heaven!
But Lisbon is not only a bustling city but also carries within it a melancholy silence. Like in the movies.Night Train To Lisbon, the audience will follow the old professor Raimund to discover Lisbon from a chance night train and immerse themselves in the happy and sad stories of people in Lisbon from half a century ago to the present with the gentle, wistful music of piano and violin.
Barcelona, Spain
The city owns one of the best football teams in Europe - Barcelona was the host of the 1992 Summer Olympics. There are many valuable works of art on display here and the lively sculptures on the beach attract millions of visitors every summer. Especially the Picasso Museum or Park Guell are always crowded with visitors, especially on sunny days.
Many famous directors have shown their love for Barcelona such as Woody Allen with his moviesVicky Cristina Barcelonaor Alejandro González Iñárritu withBiutiful. Both films feature veteran actor Javier Bardem. But aside from Javier Bardem's charm, Barcelona is no less impressive, offering the audience eye-catching shots of the intense atmosphere of the coastal town of Santa Coloma de Gramenet and the vibrant nightlife of El Raval in Biutiful, or small alleyway eateries, rooftop wine glasses and emotional Spanish guitars in Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
Rome, Italy
And not to be missed is Rome, the most favorite city in Europe for travel enthusiasts. Mark down in your travel notebook destinations such as the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain or St. Peter's Basilica so that if you only have a few days in Rome, these are the places you must visit.
Movies have been shot in Rome as much as in Paris. From classic black and white films likeThe Bicycle Thievesfull of despair,Roman Holidaysweet romance,Nights of Cabiriapainful and heartbreaking to modern films likeThe Great Beautypondering,Eat Pray Loveoptimistic and love lifeAngels and DemonsComplex and dramatic, Rome's multifaceted beauty never ceases to thrill.
