Experts' top ten bank holiday city breaks

The bank holiday weekend at the end of May offers a great opportunity to take a holiday to an up-and-coming city break destination.

But where are the top places to go this May to discover somewhere new, and which cities are making a comeback?

Experts at specialist travel agents group AITO are offering some answers in the form of top tips on where to go this bank holiday, with their top ten city break destinations.

Travel experts' top ten bank holiday city breaks

1 - Split, Croatia
Split is the largest city on Croatia's Dalmatian coast, and boasts a well-preserved old town, long beaches and an authentic Croatian experience. As well as typical Croatian treats such as cheese-filled pastries and lots of places to enjoy a pizza, Split is also a great base to go on day-trips to mid-Dalmatia, the Makarska Riviera and nearby islands.

City breaks to Split are available from Croatia specialist Bond Tours. Other tour operators offering Croatia holidays include Hidden Croatia and Thomson.

2 - Tunis, Tunisia
Less than three hours away from the UK by plane (once airborne), Tunisia's capital Tunis offers beautiful old streets and buildings in its medina and opportunities to pick up bargains from the city's souks.

Away from the city centre there is also a chance to lounge on the beaches in the Tunis suburbs.

City breaks to Tunis are available from Tunisia specialist Aspects of Tunisia. Other tour operators offering Tunisia holidays include Responsible Travel and Iglu Tropical.

3 - Manama, Bahrain
Ideal for a luxury city break, Manama in Bahrain has beaches, gardens and spa hotels for a stylish Middle-East holiday.

For spa sophistication, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers lots of different treatments in an impressive setting.

City breaks to Manama are available from spa holiday specialist La Joie de Vivre. Other tour operators offering luxury city breaks in Manama include Best at Travel and Robert Broad Travel.

4 - Berlin, Germany
The vibrant German capital offers a unique range of cultural experiences, historical attractions and was one of Europe's original city break destinations. A large and bustling city, well worth rediscovering.

City breaks to Berlin are available from Germany specialist Moswin's. Other tour operators offering city breaks to Berlin include Kirker holidays and Leger Holidays.

See the travelbite city guide to Berlin

5 - Washington DC, USA
Famous for being the home of the White House, other things to do and see on a city break to Washington DC are to take walks by the Potomac River and explore the famous city's monuments.

City breaks to Washington DC are available from USA specialist North America Travel Service. Other tour operators offering city breaks to Washington DC include Virgin Holidays and Archers Direct.

See the travelbite city guide to Washington DC

Also in the top ten

Palermo, Italy. Spring is a great time to see the city's citrus plantations and orchards in blossom.

Hong Kong. Now in its tenth year back under Chinese sovereignty, this waterside city offers fantastic food, modern city attractions and ancient wonders all in one place.
See the travelbite guide to Hong Kong

Reykjavik, Iceland. The unique Icelandic capital offers unusual natural features, lots of cultural things to see and do and for those fond of staying up late, a lively bar and nightclub scene.

Montreal, Canada
Over the winter it may be better known for its subterranean shopping city, but the springtime is ideal for exploring the huge number of parks and green spaces, as well as its historic sights.
See the travelbite city guide to Montreal

Paris, France. The classic city break destination remains one of the best places in the world for fashionable shopping, art, good food and nightlife.

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