Europe is an incredible destination, full of rich history, beautiful architecture, interesting culture, and exciting attractions. People regularly visit this country for work and for play, and March is a wonderful time to head here.

However, with all the great spots in Europe, it can be hard to narrow down which ones make the itinerary and which ones will have to wait until next time. To help out all the travelers who are thinking about a vacation, we have put together a collection of photos taken by real tourists, which show off certain European cities.

From the well-known sights to the annual festivals, celebrations and events, this can serve as a guide of what to do where, assisting tourists when planning trips to this magnificent place!

16 Munich Is Known For Spots Like Marienplatz

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Munich, which is in the German federal state of Bavaria, is a popular and fast-growing metropolitan area that is full of art, business, universities, museums, and other attractions. One of the top sights here is Marienplatz, a city square that has been around since 1158.

15 And In March, It Holds Starkbierfest

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Starkbierfest takes place each year between Carnival and Easter, in order to celebrate something that is very important in Munich: the strong beer! It was started all the way back in 1651, and all these years later, it has grown into a huge festival around the city.

14 London Is A Top Destination

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Of course, there is London in the United Kingdom, which is described as one of the most powerful, most visited, most innovative and most popular cities on the planet. It also boasts impressive spots like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, and The London Underground.

13 That Celebrates Mother’s Day In March

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In the UK, Mother's Day comes around in March, and this year, it is on Sunday, March 22. Therefore, if anyone has been thinking about visiting this country or city, this month may be the time to go… especially if it is going to be a mother-child vacay!

12 There Is Also Florence, Italy

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Next up is Florence, Italy. This is the capital city of the Tuscany region, a place where the Renaissance was birthed and a very chic and stylish destination.

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From the museums and art galleries to architecture and shopping, there is so much to do here.

11 Which Holds A Food Festival In March

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For many tourists, the best part of going to Italy is all the food and wine! These treats are especially prevalent during the Taste Florence Food Festival, an annual fest that is happening this year on March 7 - 9, 2020. Need we say more?

10 Many People Flock To Santorini Each Year

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Santorini is an island that is southeast of Greece and part of the Cyclades islands. That being said, travelers come here to lie on the beach and swim between June to September, which is the busy season of this locale (though seeing it anytime is fab).

9 Go In March To Avoid Crowds & Enjoy Wine

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A trip to Santorini in March means that a person avoids the crowds. A person is able to soak it all up in a more peaceful way. And a person can sip wine while overlooking the water each night, as the perfect way to unwind.

8 Valencia Is Full Of Unique Sights

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Valencia, the third-largest city in Spain, is another suggestion to think about when it comes to a European vacation. It is best known for its architecture, cathedrals and medieval churches, museums and squares and gardens. Its port is also one of the busiest in all of Europe.

7 And It Has The Falles Celebration Every March

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In March, specifically, everyone can experience a celebration that is called Falles in Valencia. This is basically a big party full of fireworks, costumes, and parades, which happens to commemorate Saint Joseph and which is taking place this year between March 15 and 19.

6 Of Course, Paris Is Always A Good Idea

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One of the top spots in Europe is Paris, and tons of people visit here all the time, for a variety of reasons: the attractions that are seen in movies, the cuisine, the museums, the shopping… There is so much to love about the city of love!

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5 It Is Not As Busy During This Time Either

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While it is always a good time to travel to Paris, France, it is a really wise idea during March; it is not as busy during this time, so a tourist can take in the most popular spots, without having to fight off as many crowds, which is nice.

4 Then There Is Dublin

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Last but not least, consider Dublin. This is the capital city of and the largest city in Ireland. It is located on a bay and by the Dublin Mountains.

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It is known for its education and arts. And it is ranked as one of the top thirty cities on the planet.

3 It Is Home To Guinness

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A very well-known thing to see and taste here would, of course, be Guinness beer; this brewery was founded all the way back in 1759, and it became the largest brewery of them all. Many people out there flock to Dublin just for this!

2 It Has Temple Bar

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Dublin’s Temple Bar is known for its architecture and history of an underground arts scene. Today, it is sought out for its nightlife and still a place surrounded by art studios and street performers. It can’t be missed or passed up when in this city.

1 And It Is The Ideal Place To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

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Perhaps the main reason a tourist would head to Europe during the month of March would be to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. This is a holiday on which people wear green and seem to drink large amounts of beer, and it would be amazing to do all of that and more in Ireland!

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