There are a great number of fantastic and stylish holiday apartments in Europe, perfect for a weekend getaway or a longer sight-seeing trip.  However, planning which city to visit can be difficult in a continent as varied as Europe. Three great options are Prague in the Czech Republic, Madrid in Spain and Florence in Italy. Also, when considering accommodation take into account holiday apartments - with your own personal space and freedom to come and go as you please, holiday apartments make great alternatives to hotels for independent tourists who like to explore on their own terms. Here are three cities with fantastic options for those who want a relaxing and enjoyable trip:

Prague city-breaks

Home to a large number of tourist attractions, Prague is an increasingly popular destination for tourists wishing to explore Europe and its history.  With countless galleries, churches, museums and monuments to see in Prague, tourists are never left bored.  The city centre is a great place to explore on foot, strolling over the romantic Charles Bridge, while absorbing the sights and sounds of the Vltava River.  A walk through the historical Jewish Quarter - Josefov, is fascinating and educational, with its six synagogues and a Jewish museum.  Prague also boasts a great choice of holiday rental apartments, allowing for a stylish and comfortable trip.

Vacation rentals in Madrid

Vacation rentals in Madrid are the stepping stone to exploring this vibrant city.  As the capital of Spain, Madrid is the third largest city in Europe and highly influential.  It is always high up on a keen traveller's list of cities to visit in Europe due to the bustling atmosphere, the vibrant night-life and the seemingly never-ending list of activities to keep tourists busy and happy.  Madrid is home to the world Famous Prado museum of art, which itself is home to many of Picasso's masterpieces as well as other striking works of art by Spain's Velazquez and Goya.  The good news is, although Madrid is the capital of Spain, vacation rentals in madrid can be found at incredibly good prices, even those close to the centre and to tourist attractions.

Florence Holiday Apartments

Florence as the capital city of Tuscany – a beautiful region of Italy, Florence is famous for its art, architecture and rich cultural history.  Its historic town centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it is often referred to as the most beautiful city in the world due to its art and renaissance architecture. There is a huge choice of different of types of accommation in Florence from hotels to apartments. Whether you choose florence holiday apartments or a fabulous hotel make the most of this incredible city by choosing something in the old town - it will be a great base from which to enjoy this charming city. There is an extensive list of things to see and do in Florence, ranging from a walk along the Ponte Vecchio, a bridge dating back to 1345, to dining in one the city's many high quality restaurants.  There are also many options for accommodation in Florence.  Florence holiday apartments can be found in many convenient and central places and at reasonable prices too.