AWAY TO THE CITY – YOUR RESOURCE TO EXPLORING THE BEST CITIES AROUND THE WORLD

Hi, we’re Viola & Sebastian

A German couple based in London with an insatiable hunger for exploring cities. Having lived in the US, the UK and Germany and visited over 50 countries, we’ve immersed ourselves in hundreds of cities worldwide.

We’re passionate about culture, history, architecture, photography, and design – things you’ll see reflected in our blog. We create our illustrations and photos with a lot of love, and we’ve personally visited every single place you’ll see showcased here.

Our travels across the globe and experiences of living abroad have broadened our perspectives on life and culture. Now, we’re on a mission to share these insights and recommendations with you, helping you explore the world’s most stunning cities and create authentic and meaningful experiences that are worth your time and money.

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A collage of the creators, Viola and Sebastian, of the city travel blog 'Away to the City' at destinations around the world, including Quebec, Cape Town, Hong Kong, Chicago, Seoul, Santorini, and more.

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We’re here to help you explore the world’s best cities, showing you what’s truly worth seeing, and deepening your understanding of the rich history and culture of each destination.

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