Babymoon boom! The best European cities for expecting parents
Babymoons are one of the fastest-growing travel trends, with more parents-to-be planning a break before their little one arrives. From slower sightseeing to stress-free dining and quality downtime, a babymoon is all about comfort, calm and connection.
To help expecting parents plan the perfect getaway, MoneySuperMarket has created the ultimate Babymoon Index, ranking the best cities for a relaxing, low-stress babymoon in 2026 - all within a four-hour flight from the UK.
Our index analysed more than 100 European cities, assessing each destination against factors that matter most to expectant parents, including healthcare quality, hotel ratings, transport affordability, public toilet cleanliness, and air and food quality.
The best babymoon cities in Europe
Many of the highest-ranking cities may come as a surprise. Rather than busy tourist hotspots, the top cities offer a calmer pace of life, fewer crowds and great facilities.
Thessaloniki (Greece) took the top spot thanks to its strong air quality, highly-rated accommodation, and relaxed pace - perfect for parents-to-be craving for some R&R.
Brno (Czech Republic) came in second, scoring highly for its walkability, excellent hotel ratings, and affordable public transport costs.
Rennes (France) followed closely in third place, performing well for food and air quality, walkability and accommodation standards.
Revealed: The top 100 European cities for babymoons
The best European countries for babymoons
Beyond individual cities, the Babymoon Index shines a spotlight on the European countries offering the most relaxing and memorable experiences for expectant parents planning a babymoon in 2026.
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