110 Cool Europe Instagram Captions for Once-in-a-lifetime Trips
Picture or it didn’t happen, right?
Once you’ve compiled all your vacation photos, there’s only one problem left — what caption should you use? A trip to Europe is often a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and finding that one caption that really fits your post can be a lot harder than it seems. You could always opt for a generic travel caption, but if you really want to engage with your followers, you might be looking for something beyond the surface-level Instagram captions you see everywhere.
We’ve put together a list of some of the best Europe Instagram captions, with captions specific to all kinds of countries. Just scroll through the list and pick your favorites to really make your vacation photos stand out. Feel free to use our ideas as inspiration to craft your own European Instagram captions — or just steal them!
What are you waiting for? Go ahead and scroll through the list below!
How to Write Amazing Europe Instagram Captions
Anyone can write an Instagram caption, but crafting one that really catches your followers’ attention is a little trickier — or a lot! You spent all that time getting the perfect angles and lighting for your vacation photos, but without a great caption, your post might not do as well as you wanted. If you’ve been staring at your phone for the last 10 minutes, trying and failing to come up with a caption, we’ve got a few starting points.
Some things to consider while coming up with your Europe Instagram captions are:
- Don’t just describe the photo in your caption! Your followers can already see the photo, so instead, describe what they can’t see — how you were feeling, your experience there, what you smell (delicious food, right?), and what you hear (crazy parties or relaxing waves on the beach, for example).
- Use vivid language. Was the food you ate at that Italian restaurant delicious? Describe it in detail! We recommend using a thesaurus if you can’t think of the right word — but just make sure you know what the words you’re using mean!
- You can never go wrong with humor, whether it’s cheesy jokes or puns based on the country you’re visiting. Jokes are a great way to connect with your audience in a lighthearted way.
- Are you still suck? Meaningful quotes are always a good go-to, and we even have a list of quotes down below for you to choose from. We’d suggest mostly looking for “travel” quotes, since there aren’t many good European-specific quotes.
It takes quite a few attempts to finally wind up with a caption you’re happy with, and if you’re still coming up empty, you can always scroll down and choose any of our cool Europe Instagram captions.
Europe Instagram Captions for Selfies
1. Bonjour! Croissants and wine, anyone?
2. Feeling off the wall at the Berlin Wall.
3. You’re only young once. Travel while you can and do crazy things.
4. I’m just a silly American. Don’t mind me! I didn’t know feeding the pigeons was illegal in Trafalgar Square, I swear!
5. Every dream come true starts with a plane ticket and ends with a crazy night somewhere in Europe.
6. Today’s vibe? Less tourist, more adventurer.
7. To travel or not to travel? I swear that was never even a question.
8. Riding trams and admiring museums. Europe is so quaint!
9. Take the road less traveled, but be sure to bring sturdy hiking boots.
10. I’m just in Louvre with France!
Funny European Instagram Captions
11. Eiffel in love with France as soon as I landed.
12. Top things to do in the Balkans. 1: Leave.
13. Prague is the new Paris and nobody can change my mind.
14. Wine and cheese, please!
15. Russia: Where you can stand in a queue until the Moscows come home.
16. Crazy adventure in Berlin? I’m in!
17. Traveling, but you’re still Lond-on my mind, Insta!
18. I came, I War-saw, I conquered.
19. Finally, a city that’s just as crazy as me — Mad-rid!
20. Channeling my inner European and eating a croissant.
Cute Europe Captions for Instagram
21. Life starts outside of your comfort zone, and my GPS is down, so I’m very alive right now!
22. Chasing Eiffel Tower dreams and golden hours.
23. Rome where your dreams call you to go.
24. Lost among the Roman ruins, found in your arms.
25. I think I need a bigger bucket list.
26. Small continent, big dreams. Europe, here I come!
27. Gone to Europe. Be back never.
28. Hola, Spain, nice to meet you!
29. When in doubt, dance it out in Brussels!
30. No hablo espanol, but I’m having a great time anyway.
Inspirational Europe Instagram Captions
31. Proof that you don’t need to wander where the WiFi is weak to discover a whole new world!
32. Wild, free, and ready to explore all there is to see!
33. Go where people dance on tables, drink wine at noon, and have sexy accents. Hi, France!
34. It’s not about the destination. It’s about discovering a whole new side to yourself!
35. I tried to follow my heart, but it keeps telling me to go to different places!
36. Finding love in the gorgeous Swedish streets and amazing Swedish candy.
37. I went to Amsterdam for a week, and all I got was this lousy marijuana t-shirt. It smells dank.
38. I’m on a mission to try every European country’s signature dish. Call it a balanced diet.
39. I’m not coming home! I’m having Norway too much fun here!
40. Iceland, because the cold never bothered me anyway.
Adventurous European Instagram Captions
41. Sipping on fine wine, listening to fado, and feeling like a real Portu-gal!
42. They told me to take a hike, so I went to Prague. Czech-mate!
43. I’m always Hungary for more goulash!
43. All I need is my passport and my smile. Europe, here I come!
44. I just came to Czech it out, but I totally fell in love!
45. Oh, me? I’m just taking a tour of every airport in Europe!
46. I came to the UK for the salt and vinegar crisps and the salt and vinegar crisps alone.
47. Hiking trails and European sunsets. My life is complete.
48. When you run out of dreams, just buy a bigger suitcase and hop on a plane to Italy.
49. The compass of my heart always leads to Greece. You could say I’m having an epic adventure!
50. When in Rome, eat spaghetti.
Romantic Europe Captions for Instagram
51. Lost together in the heart of Europe. Perfection!
52. Couples who drink retsina in Greece together stay together.
53. Just you and me in sweet Paris! Je t’aime!
54. Feet on the ground, head in the clouds, we’re in Montenegro, and love is in the air.
55. Just you, me, and the ice cold North Sea.
56. I love you, but you still can’t have the last piece of this amazing Swiss chocolate.
57. Dancing to the rhythm of our love in Barcelona!
58. Because sometimes, happiness is spelled “plane tickets to Europe for two.”
59. Collecting passport stamps and beautiful memories. Love on the road!
60. When life gives you a romantic Italian getaway, take your bae and have the time of your life.
Europe Instagram Captions With Friends
61. Exploring Europe with my partners in crime.
62. Backpacking through Europe with my ride or die crew. Because life is better with a tent!
63. Squad goals, pub crawl in Dublin edition!
64. Friends don’t let friends go to Latvia alone.
65. It’s always crazy o’clock when you’re traveling around Europe with your tribe!
66. Lost in Europe, loving every moment.
67. When you catch the travel bug, make sure to infect a few friends!
68. We’re in Europe, because jet lag beats computer lag every time.
69. Sharing a laugh with my friends and this amazing Italian restaurant.
70. Got 99 problems, but they all disappear when I travel to Europe with my squad.
Chill European Instagram Captions
71. Life is short. Travel, but only to places you think you’ll enjoy.
72. High on travel and weed. I love Amsterdam!
73. Flip-flops + Dubrovnik = perfection.
74. Sweet dreams are made of Prague and love.
75. Dam, I really enjoy visiting Amsterdam, really gets my spirits high.
76. Why chase sunsets when you can just sit on the beach in Greece and wait for them to come to you?
77. Scottish castles and stunning views. I think I’m home!
78. Came for the weed, stayed for the weed! Amsterdam is amazing!
79. Feeling like a Queen on Saaremaa Island in Estonia. I think I’m going to stay here forever.
80. Europe is the best all-you-can-eat buffet ever, and nobody can change my mind.
Great Quotes for Europe Instagram Captions
81. “To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” — Freya Stark
82. “I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.” — Susan Sontag
83. “Here the past was everywhere, an entire continent sown with memories.” — Miranda Richmond Mouillot
84. “Paris is always a good idea.” — Audrey Hepburn
85. “Europe is a patchwork quilt, and we have to embrace all cultures and races.” — Angela Merkel
86. “Berlin, the greatest cultural extravaganza that one could imagine.” — David Bowie
87. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” ― Lao Tzu
88. “Europe is not just a continent; it’s a shared destiny.” — Jacques Chirac
89. “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” ― St Augustine
90. “Travel brings power and love back into your life.” ― Rumi Jalalud-Din
Short Europe Captions for Instagram
91. All I need is espresso and pizza.
92. Keep calm and keep traveling until you’ve seen all of Europe.
93. Traveling through Europe is my cardio.
94. When in Rome…
95. Europe is always the answer. The question doesn’t matter.
96. There’s no Europe without U!
97. Less stress, more plane tickets.
98. I left my heart in Europe. Better go back to pick it up!
99. It’s a beautiful day to wake up in Europe.
100. All aboard the food express! I’m in Europe.
Creative Writing Prompts for Europe Instagram Captions
Europe may be a small continent, but it sure has a lot of countries — and each of those countries comes with a completely unique culture and vibe. Are you traveling all over the place, doing all sorts of things? We’re sure you can find some good captions on our list, but you may have some amazing photos that deserve a little extra TLC.
That’s where these writing prompts come in. Just pick one of these very open-ended “launch pads,” and get creative!
101. Foods I didn’t know even existed until I traveled to Europe: …
102. Romance under a European sky is…
103. Strolling through cobbled streets, hoping to find…
104. You haven’t truly lived until you’ve… in Europe.
105. Tales of starlit skies, foreign languages, and…
106. Chasing cute European girls/boys and…
107. Moped rentals, spaghetti, and…, because…
108. When in doubt, just say… A little something I picked up in Europe!
109. 50 shades of Europe and…
110. Twists, turns, and…
FAQ About Europe Instagram Captions
How long should my European Instagram captions be?
Shorter captions are generally best, although you can totally ramble about your trip to Europe too — as long as you go for more of a blog-style caption and you make sure to pack it full of cool tips! The most effective caption length is usually around 140 characters, because your followers won’t even have to press the More button to read your entire caption. Remember, you can always keep the conversation going in the comments!
What are some good emojis for Europe Captions for Instagram?
It really depends on what country you’re traveling to, and you have a lot of options to work with. Some generic travel emojis that work well for almost any Europe caption are 🥂,❤️,🗺️,🌍️,🧭, and 🌇. Just don’t spam them!
How can I make my Europe Instagram captions more engaging?
OK, so you’ve got a few options. Tell stories — and make sure to share feelings. Share tips, because you never know which of your followers are getting ready for their own trips, or make funny quips. Either way, following your one-liners up with thought-provoking or cool questions is always sure to give the number of comments you get a little boost!