Where You Should Travel Based On Your Favorite Beatle?
Not sure where to travel next? Your favorite Beatle might already know.
Picking a favorite Beatle says more than you think. It reveals what you’re drawn to, how you like to move through the world, and what kind of trip actually lights you up. So let the Fab Four play travel agent and see where you land.
Yes, this is fun. But if you catch yourself thinking, “Wait… I would actually love it there,” I’ve linked real travel guides throughout so you can turn daydreams into plans.
Short on time? Jump to your Beatle and see where you should go.
If Paul Is Your Favorite
You love charm, beauty, and a place that delivers a steady stream of photo worthy moments. You want good food, walkable neighborhoods, and a trip that feels as warm and melodic as a Paul ballad.
Your trip is Florence.
Florence is your sweet spot. Romantic without being precious. Artistic without being stuffy. Full of small details that make you pause and smile. Golden light on the Arno. Gelato before dinner just because you can. Beauty everywhere, but never loud about it.
You will love
- Wandering the streets around the Duomo
- Art that feels alive instead of intimidating
- Pasta that ruins you for all future pasta
- The sense of walking inside a painting
Song to listen to on your visit:
“I'll Follow the Sun” – Imagine watching the sunset over the Arno from Piazzale Michelangelo
Reality check:
Florence is compact, walkable, and perfect if you love lingering over meals and wandering without a schedule.
Get the scoop on Florence here:
- What to See: My First Time in Florence: What I Loved, Regretted, and Would Do Differently
- Hotel I recommend: Hotel David
- Just for Fun: Room with a View Filming Locations in Florence
If John Is Your Favorite
You are bold, creative, and always drawn to places with edge and history. You like cities that tell stories. You appreciate creativity with a little edge. You want a destination that feels alive, layered, and real.
Your trip is New Orleans.
New Orleans speaks directly to John people. Music everywhere. Inspiration at breakfast. Beauty mixed with grit in the best possible way. It’s soulful, surprising, and unapologetically itself.
You will love
- Live jazz drifting through open windows
- Beignets as a spiritual practice
- Colorful neighborhoods with real personality
- A culture that embraces emotion and expression
Songs to listen to on your visit:
- “Ain't That A Shame” – John channels New Orleans legend Fats Domino in this standout cover from his 1975 Rock ’n’ Roll album
- “Sweet Little Sixteen” – From the same Rock ‘n' Roll album, New Orleans is called out. Fate is obvious here.
Reality check:
New Orleans is sensory and soulful. It rewards curiosity and wandering more than strict plans.
Start planning your New Orleans trip here:
- What to See: New Orleans Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
- Hotel I recommend: The Royal Sonesta
If George Is Your Favorite
You crave calm, meaning, and beauty that feels grounding rather than overwhelming. You want nature, quiet moments, and a destination that lets you breathe deeper without feeling dull.
Your trip is Pacific Grove.
Pacific Grove is quiet beauty done right. Coastal paths. Tide pools. Morning fog that feels like a instant coziness. Monarch butterflies drifting through town. George people appreciate depth, and Pacific Grove delivers it effortlessly.
You will love
- Long walks along the coast
- Cozy cafes with a local fee
- Tide pools and sea air
- A feeling of grounded calm
Song to listen to on your visit:
“Here Comes the Sun” – the obvious choice, but it fits! George energy is tide pools, tea, and emotional wellness disguised as a beach town.
Reality check:
Pacific Grove is slow, coastal, and restorative. This is a reset trip, not a checklist trip.
Learn more about visiting Pacific Grove:
- What to See: Pacific Grove – Jewel of Monterey Bay
- Hotel I recommend: Seven Gables Inn
If you want to lean even further into the George energy, minus the Maharishi, this Big Sur retreat spot is for you:
If Ringo Is Your Favorite
You love joy. You love easygoing days. You gravitate toward places that feel friendly, sunny, and uncomplicated in the best way.
Your trip is Carpinteria.
Carpinteria is happiness in small-town form. Big beaches. Cute shops. Lavender lattes. Walkable streets. Ringo energy all the way.
You will love
- That big wide beach
- Cute shops and vintage finds
- Laid back restaurants
- A slower, happier pace of life
Song to listen to on your visit:
“Octopus's Garden” – Carpinteria is Ringo’s “Octopus’s Garden” but with better coffee.
Reality check:
Carpinteria is cheerful and easy. You’ll spend more time outside than inside museums.
It's a Sunshine Life for you… in Carpinteria –
- What to Do: Things to Do in Carpinteria: California’s Secret Beach Town
- Hotel I recommend: Carpinteria Beach Cottages
- Where to Eat: The Best Restaurants in Carpinteria according to my stomach
If You Refuse To Pick A Favorite
You are diplomatic, balanced, and probably the person in your friend group who plans the trip and makes the spreadsheet. You want a destination that gives you a little bit of everything.
Your trip is Rome.
Rome has it all. Food. Art. Chaos. Beauty. Quiet churches and loud piazzas. It’s the perfect mix for someone who sees the value in every Beatle and wants a destination that reflects that complexity.
You will love
- Long leisurely dinners
- Famous sights that still feel magical
- Neighborhoods with strong personalities
- Wandering with zero expectation and finding magic anyway
Songs to listen to on your visit:
You want depth, drama, beauty, chaos, and charm. Rome is the full Fab Four experience. It makes you smile, makes you think, makes you swoon, and stirs something in you that feels older than memory.
- The Long and Winding Road – Rome’s alleys are exactly this.
- Let It Be – the timeless, spiritual, emotional core of the city.
- Across the Universe – contemplative moments in quiet churches.
- All You Need Is Love – Piazza energy in human form.
- My Sweet Lord (George solo) – Big heart, joy, and awe while wandering Vatican City.
Reality check:
Rome is intense and unforgettable. Go with patience, good shoes, and an appetite for everything.
Click here for Rome Planning Step by Step –
- What to Do: Everything about Rome!
- Hotel I recommend: Hotel Albergo del Senato
- Where to Eat: Where to Eat in Rome Near the Top Attractions
- Just for Fun: Movies to Watch before Visiting Rome
Called to see the Beatles homeland instead? Check out this post –
If this quiz has you eyeing England instead, start here:
Where to Go in London After the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace
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