Top 10 cities for budget travel (according to the British Consumers Association)

Budget tourism is a reassuring phrase, which contains the idea that if you independently create a holiday itinerary and take into account the safety in the chosen country, where in addition there will be a low probability of natural disasters or natural disasters, where there is no talk of terrorism and there is no threat to health, and the boundaries of the family budget are taken into account – then go ahead! For impressions!

10 Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Vacation will be mobile if the traveler rents a car. It is hard to deny yourself a trip along the canals of Amsterdam, which are crossed by 600 bridges. But, if you have an Amsterdam City Card in your hands, the trip will be free.

There is a “risk” to enjoy the water surface of the canals and the fragrance of the Keukenhov tulip park. Only 2 months a year, the park and flower kingdom opens its arms to visitors. It can be reached by various means of transport. But, if preference is given to a scheduled bus, then the ticket price will include a ticket to the park.

It is unthinkable to visit Amsterdam and not visit the Van Gogh Museum. Unfortunately, free admission to this museum is allowed only for journalists with an international association certificate.

A small guide to free museums: CIVIL GUARDS GALLERY, STADSARCHIEF City Archive, MELKWEG CALERIE Photo Gallery: music, dance, film, photo and media art are collected here. And all this under one roof. And the gallery maintains its fame through constantly updated photo exhibitions.

Museum in the harbor. The garden of the RIJKSMUSEUM museum. Fountains, sculptures, Gothic columns, rose hedges create a fragrant atmosphere of peace and comfort in the soul.

At Amsterdam Airport there is an opportunity to visit an art gallery, which is a branch of the Rijksmuseum.

And of course, no one will forbid you to enjoy walks in the center of Amsterdam and inhale the aroma of antiquity and the beauty of this divine city.

9. Funchal (Madeira, Portugal)

The seaport is the main city of the island of Madeira. If you “make” a flight to Madeira via Amsterdam, then this trick will help you earn more money.

The opportunity to be an islander at least for a short period of time gives an unforgettable feeling. Especially in the middle of the Atlantic. Sheer cliffs, turquoise, clear water of the ocean, eternal spring. And silence, peace, contemplation, delicious and exotic food.

Walking around the island will become more mobile if the traveler rents a car, as only trained people can master the continuous uphill and downhill runs. And the chosen car will definitely be neither Oka nor Zhiguli. And since the roads are just perfect – additional delight is guaranteed. What is important is that all fabulous places are located away from roads and settlements.

Island holidays are affordable for several more reasons. The first is that the tourist makes his own route, the second is that he refuses to rest in hotels. The main thing is not to forget to fantasize!

8. Vienna, Austria)

The great thing is that you can get to Vienna both by air and land transport. This is especially important for travelers who are not shown flights.

But upon arrival there is an opportunity to travel by train. Using public transport is very convenient due to the large selection of tickets. It is enough for a tourist to decide on his desires and choose the right ticket, including discounted ones, and travel with the Vienna Card tourist card.

Bicycles have proven themselves. In the warm season, they allow you to plunge into the Viennese everyday life. Tourists traveling around Vienna are usually people with an active lifestyle. It is for them that tourist cards are conceived, which allow you to see the sights with discounts, and in some cases for free.

And finally. If it is possible to purchase a mobile guide or audio guide, then new facts about the amazing city will always be at hand. The possibilities are breathtaking, because they make you come back to Vienna again and again!

7. Barcelona, ​​Spain)

Those who have seen a lot, experienced a lot, or simply professional travelers say that you first need to know that Spain is part of the Schengen zone. It includes 26 states, in whose territory movement does not require passport control, only the presence of a Schengen visa.

From the airport “El Prat” it is most convenient to go to the city by commuter train. Although there are also taxis and buses. To conquer Barcelona, ​​a tourist will need to use public transport a lot. For this case, there is a special travel card that will allow you to use all types of public transport as you travel around the city.

And also, if you have a tourist card (BarcelonaCard) on hand, you are guaranteed the opportunity to save on excursions and get discounts in many museums. Plus sightseeing during free days or hours.

There is a small but significant “but”! Do not try to see the maximum at one time. In this city, an overdose of impressions is possible. She cannot be allowed. It is better to leave the evening for hiking in order to feel the breath of bygone eras without fuss.

6. Seville (Spain)

The main city of Andalusia. This is passion, this is bullfighting, this is flamenco. Burns. It incinerates and revives anew. Getting to Seville is not easy. But if you plan a vacation to Spain with a visit to Seville, then many difficulties will disappear on their own.

Traveling to this city of contrasts is associated with hiking, where in a minimum of 24 hours or a maximum of 48 everyone will be able to explore and explore all the surroundings and sights of Seville.

The main thing is that clothes and shoes match the walks. It is also worth worrying in advance about creams that relieve fatigue from the legs.

5. Berlin, Germany)

Germany is part of a single visa-free area. Guidebooks offer to learn a few key phrases with which you can turn to the locals, and then go directly to English with a question of interest. This simple trick will win over the locals.

The peculiarity of Berlin is that the main attractions are within walking distance from each other. The possibility of cycling is also real here.

If a trip to Berlin is the first on the map of a professional traveler, there is an opportunity to use a double-decker bus that will take you to all the iconic places.

4. Bologna (Italy)

Schengen Area. It is remarkable that there are flights from Moscow to Bologna. And they immediately have a budget benefit. Communication with the city is simple and convenient. The bus route crosses the city center and ends at the railway station.

This Italian city is geographically located in such a way that it allows you to stay in it, and make day trips to nearby cities.

A walk around the city passes under an endless series of arches, 30 km long. Therefore, in wet weather, tourists have dry feet. Impressive! Bologna is a major transport hub in Italy. And no matter what direction a tourist chooses, expectations will be justified.

3. Budapest, Hungary)

The place where East meets West. Unique thermal baths. You can get there by plane or land transport. The peculiarity of land transport is that the fare will have to be calculated taking into account the sights of the countries through which the path will run.

If an airplane is chosen, then minibuses for 8-10 people are delivered from the airport to the city. A pleasant surprise awaits here. Delivery of each passenger is made to the destination.

In Budapest, it is better to trust the trams. It is a popular and well developed mode of transport. But it is best to stock up on a travel card, having analyzed the advantages of each of them in advance.

The Danube divides the city into left and right banks. There are many worthy places for photo shoots. Museums in Budapest will open their doors a little more economically with the Budapest Card.

2. Valencia (Spain)

Earthly paradise. Sandy white beaches. There are direct flights from Russia to Valencia. There are 2 railway stations in the city, allowing you to get to any corner of the country.

In the station area is the Extramurs area, which will meet the demand in terms of budget, and will be convenient for those who are going to travel around the area.

A number of hotels provide their guests with bicycles for rent. First of all, this type of transport will connect the place of residence with the city center. The city has many bike paths and bike parking lots. Well, some tourists will say. Bicycles for the energetic. Please! Metro and trams are available.

1. Krakow (Poland)

City of churches, churches, monasteries. The flight Moscow – Krakow will deliver the traveler to the destination. There are air ticket sales, and this must be borne in mind. And by the way, Aeroflot is on the list of companies that carry them out. The city has a large variety of housing to meet any demand. Hiking is preferred.

The old city has such charm that the sound of a horn and even the rustle of tires will be simply offensive. Walks along the Vistula. Amazing boat ride on the river.

The tourist card Krakov Card will make life easier. It gives free access to more than 40 city attractions, free public transport, and so on. Exchangers make life easier, where it is possible to part with rubles.

Krakow is interesting at different times of the year. In warm weather – inhalation of spring, summer aromas of grass and flowers. In winter there is a chance to see Catholic Christmas. And besides, the influx of tourists is less, and the trip will cost a little cheaper.

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