Europe is home to culturally diverse and must-visit countries. From England and France to Italy and Germany, European countries are full of vibrant cities known for their museums, restaurants, nightlife, and architecture. The continent is vast, so it may take a few days to properly explore. If you have a limited budget, book a Europe tour package to save money and efforts. To learn how to backpack through Europe on a budget, read this blog.

Places to Go

There are many countries in Europe that offer affordable accommodation and experiences. Here’s a list:

Porto, Portugal - famous for port wine

Berlin, Germany - an ever-changing cultural mecca

Zagreb, Croatia - a lively and quirky capital

Tallinn, Estonia - famous for public singing and medieval architecture

Prague, Czech Republic - a literary town with a giant fairytale castle

Brussels, Belgium - famous for gastronomic delights

Krakow, Poland - known for shabby-chic charm and meaningful history

Athens, Greece - famous for its history and architecture

Things to Do

Europe offers free experiences, so those who are travelling on a budget do not burn a hole in their pockets. Here’s a list of free experiences:

See a sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence

Visit the Louvre for free in Paris

Visit the Church of Our Lady in Bruges

Walk through the grounds of Prague Castle in Prague

Walk over Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest

Check out Lake Brienz in Interlaken

Visit free museums on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

Where to Eat

If you wish to save money on food and drinks while in Europe, here are few tips:

Street food, like kebabs, can be hearty enough to share among two

Visit self-service restaurants as they usually offer low-prices

Find an eatery associated with and subsidized by a local institution

Gorge on affordable street food

Simple diners, delis, and take-away stands serving Middle Eastern, Pakistani, and Asian food are usually affordable

A farmer’s market is the best place to go when looking to save money on eating out

Where to Stay

Although you can find many budget-friendly hotels all over Europe, there are other types of accommodation you can try:

Short-term room rentals

Religious housing

Hostels

Homestays

Vacation rentals

B&Bs with shared bathrooms

Farmstays

Home exchange

Camping

What to Buy

Europe offers many markets where you can buy souvenirs and other gifts at highly affordable prices. Here’s a list of places you can go and what you can buy there:

Lisbon, Portugal - authentic and beautiful clothes

Stockholm, Sweden - ‘Scandi Chic’ clothes

Riga, Latvia - vintage and designer clothes and artefacts

Warsaw, Poland - bespoke perfume or designer clothing

Dubrovnik, Croatia - designer goods and authentic Croatian goods

Paris, France - designer items

Plan Your Europe Tour, Now!

Now that you have a list of the most affordable places in Europe, it’s time you start planning your Europe tour. You will find many reliable travel companies who can offer you budgeted Europe tour packages from anywhere in India. Whether you are planning a Europe tour with your family, or going alone, a tour package is the perfect way to save money and make sure you have a safe and fun vacation.

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