Uncommon European Escapes

2. Gothenburg, Sweden

Budget travellers pay attention, because this one is a definite must. Picture Stockholm’s hip cafes, slick architecture, street art, and boutiques – minus the expensive prices and with an even cooler flair – and you’re looking at Gothenburg. This downplayed creative hub is also great for outdoor adventurers, as it’s full of parks, it hosts the Liseberg amusement park, and the archipelagos are nearby.