Europe's 7 Cheapest Cities to Visit

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The second smallest continent across the globe, Europe, is one of the most packed with scenery, history, culture, and excitement waiting to be discovere. From eating fresh croissants in Paris to splurging on a water taxi in Venice. Europe has everything a traveler would want. Much of it is also expensive to visit, but there are still many budget-friendly cities in Europe will allow you to enjoy Europe without blowing a big hole in your wallet.So after finding a cheap flight (many fares have come down recently), here are seven beautiful European cities - west and east - where your travel budget will go the furthest:

Porto, Portugal

Situated along the banks of the Douro River, Porto is beautiful as well as among the cheapest places in western Europe. Offering you a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, Porto's many attractions include its cathedral; several other beautiful historic churches; the Crystal Palace Gardens; the Lello bookstore (considered among the world's most beautiful); and a number of port wine houses offering visits and tastings.

Cracow, Poland

One of the oldest cities in Poland - as well as once its capital - is also perhaps its biggest destination for international visitors. In a valley at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains along the Vistula River, has a UNESCO World Heritage old town full of historic landmarks including the medieval Barbican gatehouse; Market Square with its Renaissance Cloth Hall; Kanonicza and Florianska Streets; and Wawel Castle hill. There are various direct flights to Poland from the USA and other parts of the world.

Athens, Greece

Among the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, with a recorded history of 3,400 years, Greece's capital is a bucket-lister for all travelers, especially those interested in classical antiquity. Athens highlights include the Acropolis hill and its Parthenon temple; the historic Plaka and Monastiraki neighborhoods; Mount Lycabbetus; Philopappos Hill; and the ancient Agora.

Sofia, Bulgaria

At the foot of Vitosha mountain, Bulgaria's capital and largest city (as well as Europe's second oldest settlement) is home to attractions including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St.  Sofia Church, the Central Sofia Market Hall, Poligrafia Office, the National History Museum, the Museum of Socialist Art, and many more. If you love greenery then you would be happy to know that Sofia has an extensive green belt, including parks such as Borislova Gradina.

Budapest, Hungary

Astride the Danube River, Europe's ninth-largest city in population is full of gracious architecture and historic landmarks including Buda Castle hill, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, Doháni Street Synagogue (Europe's largest and the world's second largest), and other historic churches such as Gercse and Mary Magdalene. Budapest is also unique for its historic thermal baths, some dating back to Ottoman rule in the 16th century, such as Szechenyi, Rudás, and Gellert.

Belgrade, Serbia

Another of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, Serbia's capital is home to landmarks including Kalemegdan Fortress; the massive Serbian Orthodox Church of St. Sava; compelling streets such as Knez Mihailova and Skadarlija; the National Museum of Serbia; and the Nikola Tesla Museum. You may be surprised to learn that Belgrade also has rocking nightlife and is one of the world's top creative cities, with many annual international events such as theatre festivals, an early-music festival, a choir festival, book fairs, and others. 

Bucharest, Romania

Though not thought of as among Europe's most beautiful capitals (it suffered architectually during the 20th-century régime of dictator Nicolae Ceauşescu, exempliefied by the city center's bombastic boulevards and prime eyesore yet also prime tourist attraction Palace of Parliament, one of the world's largest buildings, open for tours), Bucharest does boast plenty left over from its early-20th-century salad days as the "Paris of the East" and even before. They include churches such as Antim, Doamnei, the Old Court Church, St. Apostles, and Stavropoleos (the National Cathedral, meanwhile, is of very recent vintage - and in fact is still under construcction even though it's operating), while other highlights worth a visit include 

The second smallest continent across the globe, Europe, is one of the most packed with scenery, history, culture, and excitement waiting to be discovere. From eating fresh croissants in Paris to splurging on a water taxi in Venice. Europe has everything a traveler would want. Much of it is also expensive to visit, but there are still many budget-friendly cities in Europe will allow you to enjoy Europe without blowing a big hole in your wallet.So after finding a cheap flight (many fares have come down recently), here are seven beautiful European cities - west and east - where your travel budget will go the furthest:

Porto, Portugal

Situated along the banks of the Douro River, Porto is beautiful as well as among the cheapest places in western Europe. Offering you a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, Porto's many attractions include its cathedral; several other beautiful historic churches; the Crystal Palace Gardens; the Lello bookstore (considered among the world's most beautiful); and a number of port wine houses offering visits and tastings.

Cracow, Poland

One of the oldest cities in Poland - as well as once its capital - is also perhaps its biggest destination for international visitors. In a valley at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains along the Vistula River, has a UNESCO World Heritage old town full of historic landmarks including the medieval Barbican gatehouse; Market Square with its Renaissance Cloth Hall; Kanonicza and Florianska Streets; and Wawel Castle hill. There are various direct flights to Poland from the USA and other parts of the world.

Athens, Greece

Among the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, with a recorded history of 3,400 years, Greece's capital is a bucket-lister for all travelers, especially those interested in classical antiquity. Athens highlights include the Acropolis hill and its Parthenon temple; the historic Plaka and Monastiraki neighborhoods; Mount Lycabbetus; Philopappos Hill; and the ancient Agora.

Sofia, Bulgaria

At the foot of Vitosha mountain, Bulgaria's capital and largest city (as well as Europe's second oldest settlement) is home to attractions including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St.  Sofia Church, the Central Sofia Market Hall, Poligrafia Office, the National History Museum, the Museum of Socialist Art, and many more. If you love greenery then you would be happy to know that Sofia has an extensive green belt, including parks such as Borislova Gradina.

Budapest, Hungary

Astride the Danube River, Europe's ninth-largest city in population is full of gracious architecture and historic landmarks including Buda Castle hill, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, Doháni Street Synagogue (Europe's largest and the world's second largest), and other historic churches such as Gercse and Mary Magdalene. Budapest is also unique for its historic thermal baths, some dating back to Ottoman rule in the 16th century, such as Szechenyi, Rudás, and Gellert.

Belgrade, Serbia

Another of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, Serbia's capital is home to landmarks including Kalemegdan Fortress; the massive Serbian Orthodox Church of St. Sava; compelling streets such as Knez Mihailova and Skadarlija; the National Museum of Serbia; and the Nikola Tesla Museum. You may be surprised to learn that Belgrade also has rocking nightlife and is one of the world's top creative cities, with many annual international events such as theatre festivals, an early-music festival, a choir festival, book fairs, and others. 

Bucharest, Romania

Though not thought of as among Europe's most beautiful capitals (it suffered architectually during the 20th-century régime of dictator Nicolae Ceauşescu, exempliefied by the city center's bombastic boulevards and prime eyesore yet also prime tourist attraction Palace of Parliament, one of the world's largest buildings, open for tours), Bucharest does boast plenty left over from its early-20th-century salad days as the "Paris of the East" and even before. They include churches such as Antim, St. Apostles, Doamnei, St. Apostles, and Stavropoleos (the National Cathedral, meanwhile, is of very recent vintage - and in fact is still under construcction even though it's operating), while other landmarks worth a visit include  Morii Lake Parks abound as well, such as Carol, Circului, Cişmigiu Gardens, and the city's largest, Herastrau. And finally, Bucharest, too, is a nightlife hotspot these days, as well as boasting a happening contemporary (and for amazing graffiti art, check out Garajul.

The second smallest continent across the globe, Europe, is one of the most packed with scenery, history, culture, and excitement waiting to be discovere. From eating fresh croissants in Paris to splurging on a water taxi in Venice. Europe has everything a traveler would want. Much of it is also expensive to visit, but there are still many budget-friendly cities in Europe will allow you to enjoy Europe without blowing a big hole in your wallet.So after finding a cheap flight (many fares have come down recently), here are seven beautiful European cities - west and east - where your travel budget will go the furthest:

Porto, Portugal

Situated along the banks of the Douro River, Porto is beautiful as well as among the cheapest places in western Europe. Offering you a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, Porto's many attractions include its cathedral; several other beautiful historic churches; the Crystal Palace Gardens; the Lello bookstore (considered among the world's most beautiful); and a number of port wine houses offering visits and tastings.

Cracow, Poland

One of the oldest cities in Poland - as well as once its capital - is also perhaps its biggest destination for international visitors. In a valley at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains along the Vistula River, has a UNESCO World Heritage old town full of historic landmarks including the medieval Barbican gatehouse; Market Square with its Renaissance Cloth Hall; Kanonicza and Florianska Streets; and Wawel Castle hill. There are various direct flights to Poland from the USA and other parts of the world.

Athens, Greece

Among the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, with a recorded history of 3,400 years, Greece's capital is a bucket-lister for all travelers, especially those interested in classical antiquity. Athens highlights include the Acropolis hill and its Parthenon temple; the historic Plaka and Monastiraki neighborhoods; Mount Lycabbetus; Philopappos Hill; and the ancient Agora.

Sofia, Bulgaria

At the foot of Vitosha mountain, Bulgaria's capital and largest city (as well as Europe's second oldest settlement) is home to attractions including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St.  Sofia Church, the Central Sofia Market Hall, Poligrafia Office, the National History Museum, the Museum of Socialist Art, and many more. If you love greenery then you would be happy to know that Sofia has an extensive green belt, including parks such as Borislova Gradina.

Budapest, Hungary

Astride the Danube River, Europe's ninth-largest city in population is full of gracious architecture and historic landmarks including Buda Castle hill, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, Doháni Street Synagogue (Europe's largest and the world's second largest), and other historic churches such as Gercse and Mary Magdalene. Budapest is also unique for its historic thermal baths, some dating back to Ottoman rule in the 16th century, such as Szechenyi, Rudás, and Gellert.

Belgrade, Serbia

Another of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, Serbia's capital is home to landmarks including Kalemegdan Fortress; the massive Serbian Orthodox Church of St. Sava; compelling streets such as Knez Mihailova and Skadarlija; the National Museum of Serbia; and the Nikola Tesla Museum. You may be surprised to learn that Belgrade also has rocking nightlife and is one of the world's top creative cities, with many annual international events such as theatre festivals, an early-music festival, a choir festival, book fairs, and others. 

Bucharest, Romania

Though not thought of as among Europe's most beautiful capitals (it suffered architectually during the 20th-century régime of dictator Nicolae Ceauşescu, exempliefied by the city center's bombastic boulevards and prime eyesore yet also prime tourist attraction Palace of Parliament, one of the world's largest buildings, open for tours), Bucharest does boast plenty left over from its early-20th-century salad days as the "Paris of the East" and even before. They include churches such as Antim, St. Apostles, Doamnei, St. Apostles, and Stavropoleos (the National Cathedral, meanwhile, is of very recent vintage - and in fact is still under construcction even though it's operating), while other landmarks worth a visit include Ceauşescu's mansion, the Romanian History Museum, and the Museum of Kitsch. Parks abound as well, such as Carol, Circului, Cişmigiu Gardens, and the city's largest, Herastrau. And finally, Bucharest, too, is a nightlife hotspot these days, as well as boasting a happening contemporary (and for amazing graffiti art, check out Garajul.