Four Cities, Made for Easter
Last updated Feb 12, 2026
The Easter holidays are the perfect excuse for a getaway. A long weekend? Take it. A full week off? Even better. Whether you’re travelling with little ones, heading off solo, planning something romantic or rounding up your friends for a few days away, there’s a Staycity city break with your name on it this spring.
Here’s where to go - and why.
Marseille – for families
Best for: sunshine, beaches, culture and easy outdoor adventures
With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Marseille is one of the sunniest cities in France, and spring is one of the best times to visit. Warm, bright and far less crowded than high summer, Easter is ideal for families who want fresh air and freedom to roam.
Start around the Vieux-Port (Old Port), the beating heart of the city for over 2,600 years. Kids will love watching the fishing boats come in, spotting street performers and choosing their favourite gelato flavour. From here, you can hop on a boat tour to the Calanques National Park, where dramatic limestone cliffs meet turquoise water, perfect for older kids who love exploring nature.
For beach days, head to the Prado beaches, just 15 minutes from the centre, with plenty of space to run around. Culture-wise, the striking Mucem museum mixes interactive exhibits with open-air walkways and sea views, while Palais Longchamp and its surrounding park are ideal for relaxed family afternoons.
Our Marseille aparthotel offers spacious studios and one-bedroom apartments, giving you and your family plenty of room to spread out. After a full day of exploring, it’s the perfect place to unwind, recharge and make yourselves at home.
London – for solo city adventurers
Best for: museums, neighbourhood-hopping and independent exploring
London has over 170 museums, more than 3,000 parks and green spaces, and 30+ distinct neighbourhoods, which means solo travellers are never short of things to do.
Start your morning in Shoreditch, where independent coffee shops line the streets and street art pops up around every corner. Spend the afternoon at the Tate Modern or the Victoria & Albert Museum (both free to enter), then wander along the South Bank for skyline views of St Paul’s and the London Eye.
Markets are part of the city’s rhythm: Borough Market for food lovers, Columbia Road Flower Market on Sundays, and Camden Market for vintage finds and global street food. Need a reset? Head to Hampstead Heath for panoramic city views or stroll through Hyde Park before dinner in Soho.
The beauty of a solo Easter city break in London is the pace. You can book that last-minute West End theatre ticket. Spend hours in one gallery. Walk 20,000 steps without realising.
Big city energy, total freedom - London delivers every time. With two aparthotels to choose from - one in charming Greenwich and the other in ultra-cool Dalston - you’ve got the freedom to pick your perfect base and shape the kind of London break you’re after.
Heidelberg – for a romantic getaway
Best for: castle views, cobbled streets and riverside strolls
With a population of just 160,000, Heidelberg feels intimate… but its history stretches back more than 800 years. It’s home to Germany’s oldest university (founded in 1386), and the city has long inspired poets, philosophers and painters.
Start in the Altstadt (Old Town), where pastel-coloured buildings line cobbled streets and café terraces spill into Marktplatz. Take the funicular up to Heidelberg Castle, one of the most famous ruins in Europe, for sweeping views over the Neckar River. At Easter, the surrounding hills begin to turn green again, perfect for a scenic walk along the Philosopher’s Walk.
Cross the Old Bridge at sunset, then settle in for dinner at a traditional tavern serving regional Baden wines and hearty local dishes. For something quieter, wander through the castle gardens or along the riverbanks in the early morning before the day-trippers arrive.
Heidelberg isn’t about rushing from sight to sight. It’s about slowing down. Sharing long conversations. Lingering over coffee. Letting the setting do the work.
If you’re planning a romantic Easter break in Germany, this is as storybook as it gets, and our aparthotel is within striking distance of it all.
Manchester – for friends
Best for: music, football, food and late nights
Manchester is creative and packed with personality. With a population of over 550,000 (and nearly 3 million across Greater Manchester), it’s one of the UK’s most dynamic cities… and one of its most fun.
Music runs through its veins. This is the home of Oasis, The Smiths and Joy Division, with legendary venues like the O2 Ritz, Albert Hall and Band on the Wall hosting gigs year-round. Easter often brings packed line-ups and lighter evenings perfect for pre-show drinks in the Northern Quarter.
Football fans can tour Etihad Stadium or Old Trafford, two of the most famous grounds in the world. Foodies can build an entire itinerary around eating, from independent spots in Ancoats (often called one of the UK’s coolest neighbourhoods) to the buzzing food halls at Mackie Mayor in the Northern Quarter.
Spend the afternoon exploring Castlefield’s canals, vintage shopping in the city or grabbing coffee in Chorlton. By night, the city shifts up a gear - rooftop bars, cocktail spots and late-night laughs included.
Manchester at Easter means terrace season is just getting started, match fixtures are heating up, and there’s always something happening. Our aparthotel is in an unbeatably central spot in Piccadilly, so you’re always close to all the action.
Wherever you’re dreaming of escaping to this Easter, all that’s left to do is choose your city and start planning.
