Best Towns & Villages

Discover top-rated towns and villages selected by editorial review, reputation, and local relevance on Top Rated Places.

Top-rated towns and villages worth visiting for character, atmosphere, scenery, and local appeal.

Towns & Villages • Ireland

Highly Recommended Places for a Weekend Getaway in Ireland (2026)

An editorial ranking of Ireland’s most dependable weekend-getaway towns and villages for 2026, led by Kinsale, Dingle, and Westport.

Towns & Villages • France

Verified editorial ranking of the best towns and villages to visit on the Côte d’Azur in 2026, from iconic hilltop villages to standout harbor towns.