35 of Europe's most beautiful but underrated cities

Charming Danube River cities, former European Capitals of Culture and fascinating Eastern European cities – these destinations often get overlooked in favor of bigger and glitzier neighbors, but wrongly so. From capitals overshadowed by more famous second cities to compact places few people have heard of, we take a look at 35 under-the-radar European cities to visit. As always, if planning a trip, make sure to check international and local travel restrictions.