Discover 12 Stunning Yet Affordable European Destinations for Your 2024 Travels

When we think of traveling in Europe, we often picture expensive vacations that we can only afford once or twice a year. But if you look closely, you’ll find several countries that are as beautiful as France or the Netherlands, and even more budget-friendly.

In this video from Travelspot, we discover the top 12 cheapest countries to visit in Europe in 2024. Let's dive into some great tips to help us travel around Europe without breaking the bank.

The video starts with Albania, a country full of surprises. Here, you will find stunning mountains, rich history, and beautiful beaches. With food costing around $5 per meal and accommodation as low as $9 per night, Albania offers a fantastic travel experience without the hefty price tag.

Next up are the Baltic States—Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Combining them into one destination makes sense as you can explore them all within a week. These countries offer an authentic European experience with fairy-tale-like small towns and affordable prices, with meals around $6 and accommodations around $14 per night.

Poland comes in as another affordable destination with beautiful architecture, incredible history, and fairy-tale castles. You can enjoy cities like Warsaw and Krakow, where meals cost about $6, and hostel stays start at $8 per night.

Slovakia offers a more relaxed and less touristy vibe. It features the beautiful Tatra Mountains and historic architecture in cities like Košice. Meals here cost about $6, and accommodations are around $17 per night.

Georgia, often considered on the edge of Europe, has a unique hipster culture and delicious, cheap food. In Tbilisi, the capital, you’ll find creative restaurants and young crowds. Expect to pay about $2 per meal and $9 per night for accommodation.

Southern Spain, particularly Granada, offers rich history and stunning views. Despite the country’s generally high prices, Southern Spain remains affordable, with accommodations costing around $17 per night.

Hungary, especially Budapest, is another affordable gem. The capital is known for its thermal baths and historic architecture. Outside Budapest, places like Lake Balaton offer scenic beauty. Food and lodging are both reasonable, making Hungary a great choice.

While Italy is typically expensive, Sicily stands out as a budget-friendly region. Offering pristine beaches and Roman ruins, Sicily is beautiful and cheap, with costs nearly half that of northern Italy.

Northern Greece, including places like Thessaloniki and Meteora, is surprisingly affordable. Here, you can enjoy gyro sandwiches for as little as €1.5. These areas are less crowded but still offer rich history and culture.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is described as a diverse and interesting country with untouched natural wonders and less traveled by tourists, making everything cheap. Delicious food and affordable accommodations are a big draw.

Kosovo is the least traveled and most affordable country in Europe. With cultural richness and beautiful sites, a cup of coffee costs around €1.25, and a hearty meal just €3.5, making it perfect for backpackers.

Lastly, Romania offers medieval castles, old towns, and beautiful forests. The famous Dracula Castle and medieval towns like Sighișoara and Brașov provide a Middle Ages feel at a fraction of the cost in Western Europe.

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