You can take a photo of a cathedral from across a plaza, but you might find you like better what you see up close.
Also, look at lots of other photos - I think it helps with developing an eye for what photos can look like (can, not must!).
Take pictures in the early morning or late afternoon when the sun is low and the light is soft and warm.
Avoid shooting into the sun
Just take lots of photos! You don’t have to worry about buying film, after all. And know that most photographers don’t like 90% of the pictures they take.
