48 Hours City Breaks: All destinationsWhether you’re just passing through or making a weekend of it, we give you the 48-hour lowdown on cities across the globe. What to see, what to do, what not to miss.
48 HoursBathOne of Britain’s most handsome cities is as rich in modern food and drink as it is in thermal waters, honey-coloured stone and Georgian architecture, says Imogen Lepere
48 HoursSan FranciscoFifty years on from the Summer of Love, the hippie city has blossomed into a thriving tech hub. Start planning your escape to visit the home of Alcatraz, says Lizzie Frainier
48 HoursVancouverCanada’s third-largest city is a haven for culture vultures and as the country marks its 150th birthday, there’s never been a better time to go, says Catherine Van Brunschot
48 HoursBilbaoThis Basque beauty has impactful architecture, brilliant beaches, one of the best museums in the world and a unique gastronomic identity, says Imogen Lepere
48 HoursPaphosBe seduced by myths, meze and Mediterranean scenery in this seaside city – not least as it has been named a European Capital of Culture 2017, says Imogen Lepere
48 HoursKyotoJapan’s ancient capital serves up an impeccable slice of the past with classic cuisine and the breathtaking beauty of pastel pink cherry blossoms, says James Williams
48 HoursJakartaFuelled by caffeine and the buzz of industry, this steamy metropolis has culture in spades and is the ideal staging post for exploring Asia, says Blossom Green
48 HoursDublinExplore the Georgian architecture, lively pubs, hedonistic writers and abundance of produce in Ireland’s fair city – not least on St Patrick’s Day, says James Williams.
48 HoursReykjavikGeothermal springs, a fluid creative scene and history stretching back to Viking warriors make the world’s most northerly capital city worth setting sail for, says James Williams
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