What to wear on a city break
Comfortable walking shoes, easy trousers and a few layers in neutral colours that mix together, plus one smarter layer for dinner. You will walk 10 to 20 thousand steps a day, so shoes decide the trip.
Two outfits that work
Knit, dark trousers, trainers and trench jacket
- cream knit
- dark straight trousers
- clean white trainers
- light trench jacket
- cross-body bag
A knit and a light jacket come off easily indoors, and dark trousers hide the day while still looking right for dinner.
Shirt, chinos, trainers and overshirt
- light blue shirt
- beige chinos
- clean white trainers
- navy overshirt or blazer
- cross-body bag
A shirt and chinos suit museums and restaurants, and the overshirt works as the one smarter layer in the evening.
By weather
| Hot22° and up | Light linen or cotton, a hat, sunglasses and breathable shoes; plan museum time for the midday heat. |
|---|---|
| Mild10° to 21° | Layers you can add or remove, a light jacket and comfortable shoes with cushioned soles. |
| ColdBelow 10° | A warm coat, scarf, gloves and waterproof shoes; plan indoor stops to warm up. |
Do and don’t
- Pack a capsule of neutral pieces that mix together
- Wear your most comfortable shoes on the longest day
- Bring one smarter outfit for dinner or the theatre
- Carry a small bag worn in front, zipped, in busy areas
- Pack new shoes you have not worn in
- Bring more than two pairs of shoes
- Wear shorts or bare shoulders into churches and other religious sites
- Carry a bag open on your back in crowds
Check the night before
- Check the forecast for the whole stay
- Break in your walking shoes
- Pack a rain jacket or umbrella and a power bank
- Add a scarf; it covers shoulders and warms the neck
- Put copies of your tickets and booking on your phone
Questions people ask
What shoes should I wear on a city break?
Comfortable, already-worn trainers or flat walking shoes with cushioning. Heels and new shoes are a risk when you walk all day.
How many outfits should I pack for a city break?
For a long weekend, three bottoms and four tops that mix together, one smarter layer and one extra pair of shoes. Wear the bulkiest items on the journey.
What should I wear to visit churches or religious sites?
Cover shoulders and knees; a scarf or light shirt in your bag handles it. Some sites also ask you to remove hats.
What should I wear to dinner on a city break?
Neat clothes you have already worn: dark trousers and a smart top or a simple dress. Swap the trainers for clean flats if the place looks formal.
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