I am debating where to go for the next trip in July 2011. I have recently been to Paris and London and would love to get back to both cities. I was in Amsterdam in 1994, a long time ago. I have never been to Berlin. I will be traveling with a 4.5 year old and my husband, who has been to all of these cities. I am debating between places where I would feel more comfortable due to more recent travel experiences and new places like Amsterdam and Berlin. Any advice?

my vote is Berlin. Especially since you have technically been to the other three. + It's easy to do London+Paris in another trip.

Berlin has some nice areas but for me

more blocky and euroindustrial post WW2 construction for me.

Paris is prettiest for me Amsterdam #2 of yours...

www.venice-tourism.com Florence Rome best prettiest for me

might try one or more of those if you have not been...

Happy Deciding,

With a four and a half year old maybe Amsterdam is the most manageable to visit. Nowhere is far from anywhere, so you can get back to your hotel to give you child a break if you need to. There is good public transport, parks and a zoo for the little one too.

Otherwise my vote goes to Berlin - also a superb zoo for your child and plenty for you.

"Florence Rome best prettiest for me"

not in JulY! Rome can be hot as hell.

Amsterdam is lovely and easy to get around.
Berlin is a big city but there are areas on can stay in without moving around too much.

Thanks for your advice. I specifically excluded Italy because it will be hot in July. Paris and London may get muggy too, but I am willing to roll the dice. Amsterdam seems like a good option, I will do some more research.

I have been to Paris, London and Berlin - all several times - and my hands down favorite is Berlin. Not only is it a great value but it has an excellent public transport system and a very eclectic vibe. I am recently back from my 4th visit there and planning another.

Easy day trips as well if you wanted to explore.

I can't comment on things to do with kids since I don't have any but Berlin is just a great city and is at the top of my list for favorites in Europe.