Thinking of Europe is to think of the old world, of castles, of history, of beautiful cities and great monuments; but it is also to think that to travel to Europe you need a lot of money to the point of believing it is an unattainable dream. In some ways it is true, many European cities escape the limited budget that we sometimes have; however, we have good news for you, there are also some other affordable destinations in that continent. In this blog we bring you a list of the cheapest cities in Europe so you can travel and know them all.
These are the cheapest cities in Europe
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest is one of the cheapest cities in Europe, one of the most beautiful cities but also one, we do not put much attention at. During a period of time, it was known as the Little Paris of the East, and although much of these elegant buildings of the Belle Époque have disappeared, many still standing and contrasting with the other styles of architecture that can be found in a few meters to a round, which gives a particular charm to this European capital.
In Bucharest, in addition to very good prices, you will find impressive castles, such as the Castle of Dracula, which inspired the novel by Bran; beautiful cobbled streets; entire kilometers of parks; the immense Parliament Palace, which holds several records as the heaviest building in the world, the largest in Europe, among others. You will also find the most beautiful bookstore in the world and many other attractions. The average you can spend in one day traveling in Bucarest is $ 28.24 US.
Kiev, Ukrania
With $ 29.06 US per day, you can tour the beautiful streets of Kiev, capital of Ukraine. Perhaps, being a bit far from the other cities, it makes it one of the cheapest cities in Europe; However, this is great because with a few dollars it is possible to know a city that it is not on everybody’s lips which allows you to live a very pleasant experience, in that sense, you will return home with a good feeling. Its particular architecture that ends with beautiful golden domes, is just some of the things you’ll see in Kiev, as well as hundreds of historical monuments.
Sofia, Bulgary
In Sofia you will find different architectural styles of the people that dominated the city and give an indication of the millenary history of it, which is why, is one of the oldest cities on the continent. Luckily, Sofia is one of the cheapest cities in Europe. With only $ 29,93 per day you can enjoy museums, transportation, drinks and its very rich and varied cuisine.
Belgrade, Serbia
On the confluence of the Sava River with the Danube, there comes another of the cheapest cities in Europe, it is Belgrade. The fact of not being visited by many tourists, results in a fabulous destination to walk, explore and admire without hurry and take good pictures without a bunch of people. This city has many museums, parks and historical buildings both beautiful and incredible that can be visited during the day; however, one of the best things about Belgrade is its nightlife which is very lively. Also, the night becomes wonderful because of the lights that are lit to illuminate the monuments and create a unique show. To tour Belgrade, you only need $ 30.57 per day.
Krakow, Poland
Krakow it’s been for a long time one of the cheapest cities in Europe and one of the most interesting to know, not only cause of its beauty, but for all the historical events that have taken place in it. This wonderful city has amazing buildings such as those located in the Market Square, considered to be the most beautiful medieval square in Europe. There are many places you can visit in Krakow, but there are also other places that are worth visiting, such as the former Auschwitz Concentration Camp and the Wieliczka Salt Mines. In short, for less than $ 200 US you can spend an incredible weekend in Krakow without skimping on anything. Per day you only need about $ 31.28 US.
Istambul, Turkey
Knowing Istanbul is a dream, luckily this dream is not expensive, since it is located in the ten cheapest cities in Europe. Visiting Istanbul is fascinating because it is like to meet two different worlds and move in between of them, but also to see how they complement each other. The reason is that Istanbul is located between Asia and Europe, so you can find both eastern and western Istanbul. Added to the above, it also influences the fact of having been the capital of three empires: Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman, who have left their inheritance, which can be seen in many aspects in the way of life of its inhabitants. With only $ 32.88 per day, you can visit this beautiful tourist destination.
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina that faced the war in the past, nowadays is a city that has risen and has become strong. In its streets you can still see vestiges of war, like the famous Roses of Sarajevo, which are red spots that are found in the cracks of some stones and serve to remember the blood shed during the war. Sarajevo is full of beautiful landscapes, it is undoubtedly a wonderful and multicultural city where you can find unique gems to admire. You only need $ 32.99 US per day to get to know one of the cheapest cities in Europe.
Budapest, Hungary
By the banks of the Danube River, Budapest is one of the cheapest cities in Europe and one of the most beautiful as well. It is formed by the ancient two cities of Buda and Pest that were separated by the great Danube and joined by a bridge that connected them. In general it is a city with many treasures to discover, treasures that cannot be seen simple glance but once they are found, they fill with pleasant experiences and a certain emotion to the traveler who is encouraged to walk its streets and monuments. To visit Budapest you will only need $ 34.16 US per day.
Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw, is the second Polish city part of the top 10 of the cheapest cities in Europe to travel and meet. It is a city that has also risen from the ashes and has been rebuilt practically from scratch, after the devastation caused by the Second World War. Despite this, it is possible to see many monuments and imposing buildings that leave you astounded and with the feeling that nothing ever happened there. Only $ 37.48 per day is enough for you to get to know the Polish capital.
Riga, Latvia
Riga is another of our cheapest cities in Europe, with a daily cost of $ 37.70 US you can get to know this fantastic city, which despite being seen with skepticism, the truth is that it is a destination where you can find buildings as old and important as in any other part of Europe. One of the most curious things to see, is the mixture of cultures that has been occurring between Latvia and several countries that occupied it for some time back then. Riga has a large number of buildings inscribed on the list of World Heritage by Unesco.
We hope this blog helps you on your next adventure!
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