Vacationing in a bustling big city has its thrills, though venturing to the sleepier outskirts and quiet towns is equally well-worth the trip. Chalk it up to friendly residents (and their local haunts), boutique hotels, and untouched natural splendor, but we’ll never get tired of the most beautiful towns in the world. Odds are you’re already familiar with some of the greatest hits in Europe and the States, though every country has its fair share of bucolic villages worth seeking out, from desert oases in Egypt to historic villages in Japan. To get you started on your next fairytale adventure, we’ve rounded up 20 of the most beautiful towns in the world for eccentric shops, welcoming sights, and much more.