Visit the shop of Patrick Roger, the famous Parisian chocolatier, who takes the art of chocolate to another level. Marvel at his sculptural creations and taste some of France’s most unusually flavoured and exquisitely crafted chocolate.

Wander through Montmartre and make the climb up to the famous Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Be sure to linger over the spectacular view at the top; at sunset, you'll get the best light as the sun dips below the city skyline.

Paris has no shortage of tempting shops, from independent clothing boutiques to sprawling department stores. Don't miss the opportunity to browse the bouquinistes, open-air booksellers on the banks of the Seine, or indulge at the Galeries Lafayette, the luxurious French department store.

As one of the oldest and largest archaeological museums in the world, here you can see a vast array of Roman and Greek artefacts. Admire the intricate mosaics, frescoes and marble statues from the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Stroll along the gravel paths and admire the beautiful towers of one of Naples' main attractions: the Castel Nuovo. This medieval and renaissance castle features a central courtyard where you can gaze on the magnificent painted ceiling of the Baron’s Hall.

Stroll through the quintessentially Italian streets of Sorrento's old town and soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Located in the heart of the town, the Piazza Tasso is the perfect spot for some shopping, dining or, of course, grabbing some gelato.

No visit to Florence is complete without catching a glimpse of Michaelangelo's David. Seeing him in person is a completely different experience to just looking at pictures – you'll undoubtedly observe the inconsistency in the size of his feet and limbs! You can of course see a replica of the masterpiece in the Piazza della Signori,a but the original is now housed in the Galleria dell’Academia.

One of the world's most iconic museums, the Uffizi is a treasure trove of masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present day. Exploring its galleries, you'll come across the likes of Botticelli, Giotti, Caravaggio, Piero della Francesca and Filippo Lippi, among many, many others.

Mosey along the Ponte Vecchio, the historic bridge that spans the river Arno. Take your time to pop in and out of the local shops and restaurants that line the main walkway, and pause to admire the fantastic views of the river.

Head to the outskirts of the city to visit La Vigna di Leonardo, Leonardo Da Vinci's small vineyard, which is housed in the peaceful gardens of Casa degli Atellani, a 15th-century mansion.

Milan has a long artistic tradition and there is no shortage of places to see it. From the oldest collections of Italian Masters at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana to the more modern at Galleria d’Arte Moderna as well as cutting-edge contemporary art at Fondazione Prada, there's something for all tastes in this creative and cultural city.

Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a key figure of the Enlightenment and the French Revolution and he lived  here at Le Charmettes with his lover and mentor, Madame de Warens, between 1736 and 1742. It’s rural setting and plethora of original features makes for a fascinating insight into the life of this Geneva-born philosopher, composer and writer.

In Chambéry's palatial fine arts museum, housed in the former corn exchange building, you’ll find many 14th- to 18th-century Italian painting by such luminaries as Caravaggio, Titian and Ghirlandaio. Also worth a look is the collection of paintings depicting the dramatic landscapes around Chambéry and the Alps painted between 1799 and 1975.