12 Best Places To Visit in Europe in October (2023 Edition)

Planning a trip to Europe in October and looking for some beautiful fall destinations to visit? You’re in luck! 

With the peak summer season behind you and the winter months not yet upon you, the autumn leaves falling and the crowds thinning, Europe in October is your playground. From the hills of the Scottish Highlands to the canals of Amsterdam to the flea markets of Krakow, October is an ideal month to visit Europe. 

I’ve compiled the ultimate list of the 12 best cities to visit in Europe in October, from the insider in the know. I’ve also included both a hotel and apartment-style accommodation recommendation for each city. Let’s dive in!

1) Amsterdam, The Netherlands 

I would recommend visiting Amsterdam any time of year, but there’s just something about the autumn leaves falling alongside the canal, and the relaxed lure of the city that sees it truly shine in October. 

With highs of 58 degrees (14 degrees Celsius) · 45 degrees (7 degrees Celsius), the city isn’t yet bitterly cold, and still serves as a comfortable destination to walk or cycle around – like the locals do! 

There’s no shortage of things to do in Amsterdam. It’s packed with historic museums, like the Anne Frank House, Rikjsmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, tourist destinations like the Heineken Experience, people watching amidst the fall leaves in Vondelpark and, of course, there’s the famous “coffee shops” to unwind in after a long day of exploring. 

The Best Things To Do in Amsterdam in October 

I’ve written an itinerary for 2 Days in Amsterdam, so be sure to check that out for all my top recommendations for fun things to do while exploring this enchanting city 

Amsterdam Dance Event | ADE

https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/

I had to include this epic Amsterdam music conference in my list. ADE is organized by the Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation and is the largest gathering in Europe for people in the electronic music industry. That means a lot of parties, events and fun awaits! If you’re a huge fan of Techno/ EDM, you have to be at ADE! The three-day event is being held in 2023 from October 18-October 22.

It’s one of the best music festivals in the Netherlands, and the entire city turns into a massive event.

Photo by Fotograafniels.nl | Niels de Vries

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