Cheapest Cities To Visit In Western Europe 2024

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Athens, Greece

Athens is the cheapest location for an autumn city break in Europe, with accommodation prices dropping by 15% since 2021. A two-night stay at a three-star hotel averages £89, Flea Market go as low as £52 per night.

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Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon offers affordable dining and accommodation, with budget airlines flying from London. You can enjoy a three-course meal for around £40, while accommodation like smart Airbnbs costs about £50 per night.

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Klagenfurt, Austria

Klagenfurt, known for its affordable dining and stunning location on Lake Wörthersee, offers return flights cheaper than a one-way train ticket from London to Birmingham. Main courses are around ¬6.

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Kaunas, Lithuania

A Filipino-inspired dish, pork pancit is a flavorful noodle dish that's sure to become a favorite. Made with pork and a variety of vegetables, it's a satisfying meal that's perfect for feeding a crowd

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Riga, Latvia

Riga is one of Europe's cheapest cities, offering ¬2 samsas for lunch and paddleboard rentals for ¬15 on the Daugava River. Must-see spots include the House of the Blackheads and the medieval Swedish Gate.

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Berat, Albania

Berat, known for its unique white Ottoman houses, offers affordable stays with guest houses and hotels like Hotel Vila Aleksandar costing around £35 per night. Visit Berat Castle for free and enjoy the scenic views

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Bra ov, Transylvania, Romania

Bra ov offers affordable stays and scenic views of the Carpathian Mountains. Take a cable car up Mount Tampa for £3.55 and enjoy a free walking tour of the city.

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Sofia, Bulgaria

Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, offers affordable stays and is close to the Vitosha Mountains, perfect for skiing at a fraction of the cost of other European resorts. Enjoy cheap wine and beers and a vibrant nightlife in downtown Sofia.