26 tourist landmarks in Europe that are worth the queues, according to top travel experts by Bobbie Edsor on Jan 14, 2018, 4:39 AM Advertisement
 We've all been there. You've gone to the Eiffel Tower on your first day in Paris. Now you're three hours deep in queues and your schedule for the rest of the weekend has been thrown off. Then you reach the top of the iconic tower, take in your surroundings, and realise that the very best thing about Paris's skyline is missing from your view. There are many tourist traps which sound great in theory but will eat into your holiday in a big way. Once you go, you realise that — although they look great on a postcard — they aren't entirely worth the visit. But there are plenty of landmarks that are worth the wait. Business Insider asked travel experts from the likes of Lonely Planet, Rare Escapes, and KAYAK for their favourite European landmarks that are actually worth visiting. Scroll on to discover their top 26, ranging from London's Big Ben to the ornate gardens of Manoir d'Eyrignac in France. SEE ALSO: The 25 places you need to visit in 2018, according to the world's top travel experts The Shard in London, UK.  "When done properly, London's Shard is a great way to view the London skyline," according to Neil James Cartwright, vacation search engine KAYAK's travel expert. "Most people pay to go to the viewing deck – where they are herded in with dozens of other tourists all vying for free space by the windows. A better alternative is to visit Gong Bar on the floor below the viewing deck. "You may have to reserve a table ahead of time, and there is a minimum spend of £30 for a table, but you get to sit in a beautiful bar, with some of the best barmen in London creating amazing cocktails for you." "The view is 99% the same as the viewing deck, and may even work out cheaper than paying for individual tickets if you are a small group. I'd highly recommend going at dusk, so you can see the views of London slowly fade away and be replaced by the twinkling lights of the city."
The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey.  "Istanbul is, in my opinion, one of the most underrated destinations in Europe," Cartwright said. "The only city in the world to span two continents, you can really feel the blend of culture as you walk around, but one attraction which really made me stand and stare in awe was the interior of Hagia Sophia – or 'The Blue Mosque.' "The intricate details of the mosaic covers every high wall and domed ceiling. The level of attention to the artwork and the sheer volume of the place really makes this a tourist attraction that is worth taking the time to visit."
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark.  "Tivoli, depending on the time of year, is one of the most beautiful amusement parks I've ever visited," Cartwright said. "If you visit during the Christmas period, the whole park is themed with no expense spared on the lights and decorations. There are lakes with small boats, Chinese-themed buildings, and no shortage of small cafés and restaurants to have a glass of Gløgg and take a break from the cold."
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