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19 Best Cities in Europe for a 3 Day Break

From classic capitals to lesser-known places, here’s the best cities in Europe for a three day city break. Plus the top hotels to stay in when you’re there.

My London: Discovering West London.

Join us as we dive back into our West London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

Introducing: Hello Charlie.

Now found in both our Dublin properties, Hello Charlie is the latest addition the Locke’s culinary offering.

Munich Pride: Celebrating individuality and community.

In celebration of Munich Pride, friends of Locke, Mona Shatry and Jasmin Breidenbach, hosted a dinner at Schwan Locke.

Behind the Design: Locke de Santa Joana.

Learn more about our collaboration with Post Company and Lázaro Rosa Violán.

My Lisbon: Discovering our newest home with Priscila and Pedro.

We spent some time with Head Host’s Pedro and Priscila to get to know our neighbourhood.

Cultural Connections: Celebrating Community Within Our Properties.

At Locke, we believe in the power of community and open up our spaces to bring people together.

The best way to celebrate Graduation in Cambridge.

Your place to stay at Turing Locke.

What's on in Munich.

Munich has a packed events calendar. Stay in our two aparthotel locations this summer.

Earth Day: Embracing Urban Rewilding.

This Earth Day we are looking at our Locke properties that have incorporated re-wilding aspects into their design and surrounding areas.

3 Easy Running Routes around Bermondsey.

As the London Marathon approaches, we've mapped out three scenic routes near Bermonds Locke.

The best restaurants for international dining in Dublin

Dublin’s a multicultural destination. For decades the seafaring city has attracted travellers from around the world. Many of which have stayed, and introduced their flavours to the capital.

The best East London restaurants you shouldn’t miss.

East London’s got a serious reputation for innovative eats from posh chicken shops to seasonal street food. As well as clever new restaurants opening almost every week.

Our favourite restaurants in Kensington, West London

West London knows how to eat. There’s the cool Kensington restaurants. Fancy Chelsea restaurants, Elegant post-gallery bites. And as local residents Ember Locke aparthotel, we know where to recommend.

Explore the best restaurants in Friedrichshain, Berlin

East Berlin’s Friedrichshain district has a lot going on. History, business venues, iconic club nights. And when you’re feeling hungry, this part of the city is booming with great places to eat.

Uncover the best restaurants in Zurich

You’ll likely eat a lot of cheese and chocolate in Zurich. The city’s local delicacies are a must. But when you’re ready for a proper feast, there’s a fair share of nice restaurants to choose from.

10 Places to visit around Cambridgeshire

Your place to stay at Turing Locke.

My Cambridge - top places to visit through a local lens.

We head to Cambridge, and explore some of the city's most exciting, lesser-known places to visit with Turing Locke House Hosts Nikoletta and Arthur.

Berlin’s latest drinking and listening experience: ANIMA.

Set on the River Spree with unbeatable views across the water, Berlin’s latest listening, eating and drinking concept is officially open.

Sounds of Kensington with DJ Josh Ludlow.

Discover the sounds of Kensington with DJ, producer and West London local Josh Ludlow.

Celebrating Wellbeing Week at Locke.

Whatever wellbeing means to you, we’ve rounded up everything going on at Locke to help make you feel your best.

A guide to Oktoberfest.

Whether you’re a seasoned attendee or new to the world of Oktoberfest, this is our guide to getting the most out of this year’s festivities.

7 spots in Berlin to live like a local.

The ultimate insiders list of places to go, things to see and food to eat from one of our Berlin insiders Lorena.

Spring in the city: London.

With the days getting longer, skies bluer and trees starting to blossom we’ve rounded up some London spots to enjoy the lighter and brighter days.

Building a community with Mike Love.

We spoke to Mike Love – celebrity tattoo artist and one of the stars of our own brand video on his journey and long-running residency as Buckle Street Studio’s by Locke.

International Women’s Day with photographers Mona Shatry & Jasmin Breidenbach.

We caught up with Mona & Jasmin on their latest exhibition and series of workshops around female empowerment presented at WunderLocke.

Dublin’s best St Patrick’s Day drinking holes with the Gastro Gays.

We’ve teamed up with the Gastro Gays, Dublin’s finest restaurant critics and food writers, to uncover the best bars for St Patrick's Day celebrations.

Why Berlin should be on your bucket list in 2023.

With Locke at East Side Gallery opening its doors this summer, we've rounded up why Berlin should top your list of must-visit destinations in 2023.

A winter break in Edinburgh.

We explore the best places to go this festive season to enjoy Edinburgh’s historic architecture, cobbled streets and speciality coffee shops.

Music in Munich: Public Possession.

Public Possession is one of the cultural pioneers who have been at the forefront of techno Power House in the Bavarian Capital since the birth of techno in Germany.

Scenic running routes in Munich.

Run like a local, with these scenic running routes in Munich.

Autumn in the city: Cambridge.

We notice cosy season has finally arrived and where better to spend it than Cambridge? We take you on a little tour of the city and show you the best places to go this season.

Meet Munich artist: Steffi Bauer.

Meet Steffi Bauer: A Munich-based Artist and creative that transforms the world around her into inspired illustrations. Now exhibiting as a Creative in Residence at WunderLocke.

Coffee, Culture & Community: Exploring Manchester

From coffee shops to fashion pop ups, art galleries and everything in between. We explore what Manchester really has to offer and the community that gives the city so much of its personality.