The new york times 36 hours. europe (Taschen GmbH)

Through ancient wonders, world capitals, and tiny places with infectious personalities, Europe packs some serious travel punches. The world's second-smallest continent makes up for size with its intricate cultures and abundant charms, boasting artistic masterpieces and architectural marvels as much as natural splendor.

With 130 expert itineraries from The New York Times's popular 36 Hours column, this updated and revised third edition of the best-selling 36 Hours Europe reveals the continent's brightest gems and best-kept secrets, including 20 new stories.

From wine tastings in Burgundy to Flamenco in Seville, from historical Cyprus to easygoing Copenhagen, you'll find the antique and the cutting-edge, the renowned and the unexpected, and all distilled into neat 36-hour schedules, so you can transform your weekends into European adventures.

More than 4,500 hours' worth of insightful itineraries to make the most of your stayPractical recommendations for nearly 500 restaurants and over 400 hotelsComprehensive revisions to all 130 itinerariesNew destinations including Belgrade, the Amalfi Coast, Galway, and moreColor-coded tabs for each regionNearly 750 photos20 new storiesDetailed city-by-city maps that pinpoint every stop on your itineraryFrom Antwerp to Zurich, trust TASCHEN's New York Times 36 Hours series with your next travel adventure.