Winter City Breaks
Pack your warmest coat, grab your hat and gloves and you’ll be ready for an unforgettable winter weekend break. Whether you fancy heading to Europe or venturing further afield, booking a short winter break is the perfect excuse to kick off your Christmas shopping, see snow-capped mountains (and slide down them on skis), or experience magical festive markets. Sounds amazing, right? All you need to do now is decide on a destination, find your passport, and go. It's as easy as that!
Winter weekend breaks in Europe are truly magical. As early as November you’ll find beautiful Christmas markets springing up in central Europe, with some of the finest examples in snowy Germany and Austria. Some of the most famous markets are located in Vienna, Munich and Cologne, where you’ll find gorgeous gifts and warming glühwein (mulled wine) to sip. These places are even more enchanting at night when they switch on the elaborate light displays, and if you’re lucky enough to see a dust of snow it’ll feel even more like a fairy tale.
Reykjavik is a treat all year round, but this cosmopolitan and decidedly unique city is even more amazing in winter. The silvery sea that surrounds the city is stunning at this time of year and the colourful houses make a charming contrast. The city of Copenhagen also promises a beautiful short winter break. Wrap up and take a trip down to the canal, before warming up in one of the city’s cosy cafés with a pasty or pancakes. In Budapest you’ll find frosty air and a huge outdoor skating rink. But don’t worry, you’ll be able to warm up in one of the city’s ornate thermal baths and grab a hearty drink at one of the famous ruin pubs.
Prestige Hotel Budapest
3110 reviews
Marmara Design Hotel
2182 reviews
City Hotel Matyas
985 reviews
Mystery Hotel Budapest
773 reviews
Continental Hotel Budapest (ex Continental Hotel Zara)
5604 reviews
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
6489 reviews
Soho Boutique Hotel
1902 reviews
Hotel Moments Budapest
3606 reviews
Hotel Museum Budapest
2397 reviews
Corinthia Budapest
9313 reviews
Anantara New York Palace Budapest
4639 reviews
Leonardo Hotel Budapest
1110 reviews
InterContinental Budapest
4380 reviews
Mamaison Hotel Andrássy Budapest
1499 reviews
Opera Garden & Apartments Hotel
2202 reviews
It’s never too early to make a start to Christmas shopping, and can you imagine anywhere better to pick up this year’s presents than New York City? The Big Apple is the perfect place for winter weekend breaks, with its world-famous department stores, magical Christmas lights and fascinating landmarks galore. You can expect crisp weather here during winter, perfect for taking a carriage ride through Central Park. Be sure to head over to the Rockefeller Center, where you can try your hand at ice skating on the huge outdoor rink, and catch a glimpse of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree. If you happen to be in New York on Thanksgiving, make sure you don’t miss Macy’s famous parade and be sure to grab yourself a piece of pumpkin pie.
Holiday Inn New York City Wall Street
843 reviews
Washington Square Hotel
2020 reviews
Hotel Indigo New York Downtown - Wall Street
90 reviews
Moxy NYC Downtown
378 reviews
Hotel 50 Bowery NYC-Manhattan
2500 reviews
Mint House at 70 Pine
1325 reviews
Courtyard by Marriott New York World Trade Center Area
305 reviews
AC Hotel New York Downtown by Marriott
226 reviews
Whether you’re after magical short winter breaks in the snow or a spot of Christmas shopping, Thomas Cook has sourced plenty of amazing deals for you to choose from. All you need to do is decide where you want to go and when. So why not explore these winter weekend breaks and book today?
Hermitage Hotel Prague (ex Park Inn Prague)
3511 reviews
Majestic Plaza Hotel Prague
3261 reviews
Grand Hotel International
1701 reviews
ibis Praha Wenceslas Square
2075 reviews
ibis Praha Mala Strana
2033 reviews
Century Old Town Prague - MGallery
3385 reviews
K+K Hotel Central
3489 reviews
Green Garden Hotel
1538 reviews
Royal Court Hotel
1124 reviews
ibis Praha Old Town
3937 reviews
Botanique Hotel Prague
5349 reviews
Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG
1531 reviews
a&o Prague Rhea
873 reviews
Prague Centre Plaza
624 reviews
Theatrino Hotel
1762 reviews