A successful Eurotrip is nothing if not culturally and historically enriching! Especially if you choose to see Central Europe.
There are some great places and sites to visit if you want to ensure leaving far more knowledgeable than when you first came.
Be prepared to see some stunning national monuments, significant galleries and exhibitions, and everything in between!
If you need help planning, check out our list of castles, museums, and art galleries to see in Central Europe!
Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum
Probably one of the most depressing places in Central Europe, the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum is one of the most significant World Heritage Sites, and something all of us should see at least once.
Located in Poland, the museum is the place of concentration and extermination camp developed by Nazi German during the 1939-1945 occupation, dedicated to more than 1.5 million lives, around a million of which were Jews, lost during the Second World War and the Holocaust.
This is by far one of the most important places to learn about the horrors of one of the darkest times in history in-depth.
The effect of visitation is staggering and shocking, but it still stands today as the most important reminder of hate and discrimination.
Hluboka Castle
The most-visited castle in the Czech Republic, Hluboka, is a historical chateau sitting on a pond above the Vltava River.
The establishment is one of the best ways to learn about the Neo-Gothic style in Europe, so you want to include it in your itinerary!
Built-in the 13th century, Hluboka Castle was initially a royal castle, and its appearance was based on the English Windsor Castle.
If not for anything else, visit for the beauty and charm of it.
140 richly decorated rooms and 11 majestic towers looming over the area in the most intimidating yet magical way.
The gardens around it are also of English design, so you will have a blast touring in and out of the castle.
We suggest you see the fairytale fortress with the help of Czech trains for comfortable navigation!
Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum
If you treat our list as an itinerary, jump on the Prague to Bratislava train and tour the most striking art gallery in Slovakia!
Since its opening in 2000, the museum has been filled with the most prestigious and imposing art, making it into the most romantic galleries of modern art.
Here you can see the works of Joan Miro, Sam Francis, Karel Appel, and many, many more!
Danubiana is settled on the borders of Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria, making it not only a stunning art gallery but a lovely location for tourists seeking unique locations and harmonious sites to see.
If you head up onto the rooftop, you will be blessed with the scenery of the Danube River and the most romantic side of Bratislava.
Belvedere Palace
One of the leading museums of architecture and history, the Belvedere Palace in Vienna is a must-see!
History buffs and art lovers will have a blast experiencing the displays of Austrian Baroque and French Impressionism.
The exhibitions include works of art from the Middle Ages to the present day, with the most prominent Austrian art taking the lead.
Witness galleries of the worldwide-famous Gustav Klimt and others.
Belvedere is undoubtedly the country’s highlight, absolutely mind-blowing in its collections, preservation, and general display of Austrian art, so make sure you include it in your trip to Central Europe!
Nymphenburg Palace
One of the most beautiful places to visit in Germany, Nymphenburg Palace, is an impressive Baroque castle and a real feast for the eyes!
Not only is it a place of gorgeous garden art, but Nymphenburg also displays stunning designs by various famous sculptors, plasterers, and painters.
Here you will see the Stone Hall extending over three floors and the Beauty Gallery of King Ludwig I.
In addition, if you visit the Birth Room of King Ludwig II, you will see an unusual sight of a room decorated entirely in green silk.
While the striking design and decoration are a plus, Nymphenburg Palace was initially important for being the summer residence of the Bavarian kings for over 300 years!
House of Terror
What sounds like a horror movie title is actually a museum in Budapest, Hungary.
Similar to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, the House of Terror also stands as evidence of horrible regimes in Europe; however, the situations are pretty different.
There is quite a bit of terror displayed to stay true to its name. It mainly contains exhibits related to the fascist and communist regimes of the 20th century in Hungary and Europe overall.
It was opened as a way to commemorate and honor the system’s victims, including those detained, interrogated, tortured, or killed in the building.
History lovers will have a hard time leaving since the House of Terror thoroughly explains the circumstances of the Nazi Germany regime and the nation’s relation to the Soviet Union.
You will also learn about Hungarian organizations, such as the fascist Arrow Cross Party and the communist AVH, which is something that can be closely related to the KGB of the Soviet Union.
Prepare to see and learn some horrible things here, yet all very important to understand the terror of the 20th century in Europe.
Visit some or maybe even these stunning palaces, museums, and art galleries to see the best of what Central Europe has to offer.
Be very attentive, and you will be an expert by the end of your trip. Apart from that, just try to have fun!