Berlin to Paris: Bike Rides & Big Nights

Down the street from the Berlin Wall is the Haus am Checkpoint Charlie, a museum that documents the history of the wall, and interestingly, many of the different ways people tried to escape. From hot air balloons to one-man submarines, learn about the tenacity and creativity used by those desperate to cross from the east to western side.

The very name Berlin conjures images of the famous Berlin Wall. Two sections of the original structure still remain on display; the East Side Gallery, where artists have decorated the remaining section of the wall, and the Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstatte Berliner Mauer). View these remnants of history that once divided east from west.

The Judisches Museum is one of the largest Jewish museums in Europe. See how architect Daniel Libeskind's design evokes three important elements of the past two centuries; the intellectual, economic and cultural contributions of Jewish citizens in Berlin, the reality of the Holocaust, and the recognition of their absence from Berlin (and beyond) following the Second World War. See evocative collections and displays.

For those interested in Berlin's government, past and present, visit the Reichstag, home to the German parliament. Climb the stairs to the glass dome for a 360-degree view of the city, or learn about the fascinating history of the building, restored following damage suffered during the bombing raids of the Battle of Berlin in 1945.

For an amazing view of Berlin, visit the famous Berlin Television Tower. Bring your camera and take panoramic photos from the viewing room, then grab a drink and snack at the cafe located 203m (666 ft) above ground.

Learn about the history of the “Iron Curtain,” the physical, political and emotional barrier that once separated Berlin under the Communist Eastern Bloc and their neighbours to the west. At Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstatte Berliner Mauer), see a complete section of the wall, and look from the east side to see the remains of an electric fence in the so-called “death strip.” Discover the stories of those who died trying to escape to the freedom of West Berlin.

The Brandenburg Gate is a spot of great historical significance. Witness the spot where hundreds of thousands of people were finally able to cross from the east side to the west after the fall of the wall. Walk the cobblestones of the surrounding Pariser Platz and mingle with locals who continue to gather here to see stage shows and celebrate public events.

Learn about the history of the “Iron Curtain,” the physical, political and emotional barrier that once separated Berlin under the Communist Eastern Bloc and their neighbours to the west. At Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstatte Berliner Mauer), see a complete section of the wall, and look from the east side to see the remains of an electric fence in the so-called “death strip.” Discover the stories of those who died trying to escape to the freedom of West Berlin.

The very name Berlin conjures images of the famous Berlin Wall. Two sections of the original structure still remain on display; the East Side Gallery, where artists have decorated the remaining section of the wall, and the Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstatte Berliner Mauer). View these remnants of history that once divided east from west.

For an amazing view of Berlin, visit the famous Berlin Television Tower. Bring your camera and take panoramic photos from the viewing room, then grab a drink and snack at the cafe located 203m (666 ft) above ground.

Down the street from the Berlin Wall is the Haus am Checkpoint Charlie, a museum that documents the history of the wall, and interestingly, many of the different ways people tried to escape. From hot air balloons to one-man submarines, learn about the tenacity and creativity used by those desperate to cross from the east to western side.

For those interested in Berlin's government, past and present, visit the Reichstag, home to the German parliament. Climb the stairs to the glass dome for a 360-degree view of the city, or learn about the fascinating history of the building, restored following damage suffered during the bombing raids of the Battle of Berlin in 1945.

The Brandenburg Gate is a spot of great historical significance. Witness the spot where hundreds of thousands of people were finally able to cross from the east side to the west after the fall of the wall. Walk the cobblestones of the surrounding Pariser Platz and mingle with locals who continue to gather here to see stage shows and celebrate public events.

Explore the world famous (or infamous!) Red Light District, which consists of several canals and the side streets between them, south of Central Station and east of Damrak. It is still a residential district, with many bars and restaurants as well as historic buildings and museums. This is, after all, the oldest part of the city and home to the gothic Oude Kerk church on the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, the oldest in Amsterdam.

Visit the Rijksmuseum, a national museum of arts and history. With over 1 million objects in their overall collection, approximately 8,000 objects are on display at a given time. Masterpieces by Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Johannes Vermeer are among the highlights.

Visit this museum dedicated to the life and works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries. The museum houses the largest collection of the artist's works including his famous pieces: Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, and The Bedroom.

Find Oude Kerk - the oldest building in Amsterdam - in the Red Light District. Opt to take an audio-tour around to learn more about its stunning gothic architecture and interesting history.

Visit the Rijksmuseum, a national museum of arts and history. With over 1 million objects in their overall collection, approximately 8,000 objects are on display at a given time. Masterpieces by Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Johannes Vermeer are among the highlights.

Visit one of the most dramatic and powerful sights in Amsterdam, the house of Anne Frank. As you climb the stairs to the little attic the Frank family was hidden in during WWII, each step becomes heavier and heavier with the realization of what transpired in the middle of this tranquil city.

Explore the world famous (or infamous!) Red Light District, which consists of several canals and the side streets between them, south of Central Station and east of Damrak. It is still a residential district, with many bars and restaurants as well as historic buildings and museums. This is, after all, the oldest part of the city and home to the gothic Oude Kerk church on the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, the oldest in Amsterdam.

Visit this museum dedicated to the life and works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries. The museum houses the largest collection of the artist's works including his famous pieces: Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, and The Bedroom.

Cruise the canals of Amsterdam on a hop-on, hop-off canal boat. Meander through the famous canals of Amsterdam past famous landmarks and museums such as the Anne Frank Museum and the Rijksmuseum. See somewhere you'd like to check out? No problem! Just hold onto your ticket, hop off and hop back on whenever you're finished sightseeing at that location.

Find Oude Kerk - the oldest building in Amsterdam - in the Red Light District. Opt to take an audio-tour around to learn more about its stunning gothic architecture and interesting history.

Visit a local brewery and learn about the production process of one of Belgium's best beers.

Rent a bike and enjoy a guided tour around the city and surrounding countryside.

Hop in a boat and take in sights from the waterways.

Take a 366-step climb up Bruges' most well-known landmark - a charming medieval tower in the heart of the Market Square - for a panoramic view of the historic part of the city.

Take a walk around this interactive exhibit on Belgian beer, then enjoy a tasting from your choice of 16 draft beers while enjoying a view of Bruges' market square.