The Roman Baths in Varna are the third-largest Roman ruins in Europe and the largest in Bulgaria. Built in the II century AD, these impressive thermal baths were once a central part of Roman social life, where people gathered to bathe in both hot and freezing cold water. The site is well-preserved, easy to access, and offers an affordable entrance fee.

Even though many of us long for the sun, it can get too hot here in Nice. Palais Lascaris is a perfect escape from the heat. This baroque-style aristocratic residence now houses a museum dedicated to the art and music of the 17th and 18th centuries. The palace, built for the Lascaris Vintimille family in the mid-17th century, features a monumental staircase, frescoes, and luxuriously decorated salons. Visitors can explore the reception apartments, which boast frescoes depicting mythological themes, stucco work from the late 17th century, and a permanent collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture, objets d'art, and tapestries. The palace also houses a remarkable collection of antique musical instruments, including a prestigious deposit from the Institut de France.

This magnificent Roman Catholic cathedral, known by locals as 'Duomo di Napoli' or 'Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta', contains the relics of San Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples. It is also the main church of southern Italy and the seat of the city’s Archbishop.

The small town of Guardiagrele is another great option for a short day trip, but it is not reachable by train, so visitors are advised to hire a car. It lies in the foothills of the Maiella mountain, and the stunning views of the surrounding region led Gabriele d'Annunzio to nickname the town 'The terrace of Abruzzo'.