Top 5: Europe’s sexiest cities

Published on: Tuesday, May 18, 2010
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Sexiest city for Charlotte: Florence, Italy

A cluster of russet roofs and Renaissance splendours, Florence is a classy city with romance at its core. Charlotte wannabes will be seduced by the city’s curvaceous domes, beautiful basilicas, ancient palaces and museums and galleries brimming with some of the world’s great treasures. If this all leaves you breathless with excitement, head to one of Florence’s peaceful plazas and soak up the atmosphere in a sophisticated bar with a glass of local Chianti in your hand. Perfect.

Sexiest city for Carrie: Barcelona, Spain

For those who share Carrie’s quirky style and love of all things trendy, Barcelona is a decidedly alluring mini-break destination. This fashionable and flirty Spanish city pulsates with slick bars, round-the-clock nightlife, designer boutiques and a large helping of beautiful people. Hobnob with creative types at famous artists’ hangout El Quatre Gats, sample Michelin-starred delights in contemporary surrounds at Alkimia, and browse the boutiques of top designers such as Antonio Miró and Jean Pierre Bua.

Sexiest city for Samantha: Monte Carlo, Monaco

Like shameless Samantha, this Monaco hotspot begs for attention. From its glitzy casinos and thrilling Formula One races to lavish hotels, and opulent restaurants, bars and shops, Monte Carlo is a stylish playground for adventurers presided over by the über-glam Grimaldi royal family. You don’t have to have a flashy car or designer threads to fit in, but it certainly helps.

Sexiest city for Miranda: Lisbon, Portugal

Practical Miranda-types, who value culture and quality over frills and fuss, will love Portugal’s enchanting coastal capital city Lisbon. While a lively and increasingly cosmopolitan city, Lisbon isn’t subject to the hype of many of its European contemporaries, and this understated beauty is frequently overlooked. Ornate, century-spanning architecture lines the streets, and a feast of art galleries offer hours of fascination. Sat right on the shore, the city is close to some lovely beaches, and quaint little fishing villages offer a relaxing escape from the city buzz.

Sexiest city for Mr Big: Berlin, Germany

One of Europe’s most vibrant and historic cities, Berlin is an eclectic mix of old and new, where captivating museums, cutting-edge galleries and famous landmarks, such as Norman Foster’s glass-domed Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie and what’s left of the Berlin Wall, will fill you with fascination and wonder. At night, Berlin offers some of the liveliest nightlife in Europe, with everything from authentic beer halls and old Soviet era haunts right through to buzzing jazz bars and Latino nightclubs.