Where to listen to classical music in Warsaw’s historic churches
If you’re a classical music lover or just want to experience that shiver when the first chord resonates throughout a historic church, put Warsaw on your concerto bucket list. The experience goes beyond listening to music. Here is where you can experience classical concerts in some of Warsaw’s most beautiful...
The secret side of Paris you need to know
The Eiffel Tower isn’t the only standout attraction in Paris. Go beyond the Obelisk, stare down the Arc de Triomphe and lose yourself in the ornament, glamour and history of the city’s backstreets and iconic-worthy buildings to uncover a different side of this classic city. Here are some alternate angles...
A lesson in Danish hygge and happiness
It’s a well-documented fact that the Danish are one of the happiest nations on earth. But what makes this Scandinavian country, that has one of the harshest winters in the world, so happy? Well, there are a lot of reasons why the Danes (and Scandinavian countries in general) seem to...
Where to find the best tapas in Palma de Mallorca
A Spanish tradition, tapas is considered one of the most typical ways of eating in Spain. Not only because it’s affordable and you can try several different dishes, but because we can think of no better way to socialise with friends. Here’s where to find some of the best tapas...
Where to find Krakow’s best street food
There’s more to Polish cuisine than pierogies — and in Krakow, there are serious street food stalls, cafes and bars serving up delicious snacks along with a dose of local culture and history. Here’s where to get the best street food in Krakow. Complex Dolne Młyny This complex is a...
Where to celebrate the Assumption of Mary in Europe
August 15 is a big celebration in most European cities. It is a religious event, honouring the Assumption of Mary, and the day is marked with a principal feast of the Blessed Virgin, or the mother of Jesus Christ. The Assumption of Mary is celebrated across Europe, and if you’re...
Meet: Nikola, our local expert in Prague
Learn more about our guides around the globe — everything from what makes the perfect day in their city, to how they landed in tourism, to why they love working with Urban Adventures. On how she ended up in Prague… I’m originaly from the Wallachia region, which is to the...
How to tell good paella from bad: Tips from a Mallorca chef
Not all paellas are created the same. We asked local Mallorca paella chef Ramón Cifuentes, who leads our Making Paella: From Market to Mouth tour, how to tell the awesome from the awful. If you’re planning to visit our island of Mallorca, no doubt you’ll want to enjoy the local...
The legend of Bohemia’s rebel, Jan Hus
“Love each other and wish the truth on everyone.” – Jan Hus Around 1369, a boy only known as Jan was born in Husinec, Bohemia. When he was old enough, he headed to Prague to attend college. Since surnames were a new concept at the time, he would take the...
A modern twist on Venice’s traditional cicchetti
Our Venice Urban Adventures team is made up of foodies. We love to eat well and drink even better. And one of our main hobbies is finding new and interesting places to appease our voracious appetites. When it comes to the great street food cities of the world, we know...
