Second only to Parisian Louvre in the calibre of its collection, Lille's Fine Arts Museum (Palais des Beaux Arts) contains works by assorted great masters, the likes of Rubens and Manet. The basement level holds archaeological finds and miniature representations of the region's 18th-century fortified settlements.

The Rainbow Bridge is more than a transport link; it's a defining feature of Tokyo Bay's skyline, connecting the mainland to the futuristic Odaiba district. Its 798-metre span includes dedicated pedestrian walkways on both its north and south sides. You can cross the bridge on foot in 20–30 minutes with uninterrupted views. The southern side provides the classic panorama of Odaiba's skyline, while the northern side frames Tokyo Tower against the city. While officially named the Tokyo Bay Connector Bridge, it earns its popular name from the colourful illumination of its white towers at night, creating a romantic silhouette. Note that the walkways close at 9pm in summer and 6pm in winter. For the best photographs, time your crossing for sunset when the city lights begin to sparkle.

Located on the Weserpromenade, the Stadtgarten Vegesack was created as a botanic garden meant to showcase a collection of rare and exotic plants. Today, this park is also a popular place for sports, picnics or leisurely walks by the Weser river. There are two barrier-free entrances, one from the Vegesack ferry terminal and the other from Schulkenstraße street.

The UNESCO World Heritage town hall of Bremen was built between 1405 and 1410 in a Gothic style. It's one of the greatest testaments to north German architecture with its façade ranking amongst Europe's most impressive. Inside, the Upper Hall showcases a series of paintings depicting stories from Bremen's past and models of warships suspended from its ceiling. Additionally, the cellars of the town hall are home to the largest collection of German wine hidden in its vaults.