When you choose to spend
your holiday in a beach or mountain, there are certainly many things you can do without any cost...
Swimming, sunbathing, hiking or read your favorite book. But what if the destination you choose is a city? There are so many things you want to buy, so many nice shops where you want to eat, so many attractions with entrance fees ...
Swimming, sunbathing, hiking or read your favorite book. But what if the destination you choose is a city? There are so many things you want to buy, so many nice shops where you want to eat, so many attractions with entrance fees ...
You always hear people say ‘The best things in life are free’. Well the same applies to travel! I will share
with you my 10 favorites, free things you can do in any city in the world!
Walk around the city
There is no better
way to see a city than to walk. OK, I know… in large cities the distances are
enormous but with proper organization you can do it! Choose a hotel that is
conveniently located to help you in your daily tours. Make a program! Surely
you can not go from one end of town to another on the same day on foot. So,
organize the sights that interest you depending on where they are. And most
importantly, don’ t go anywhere without a pair of comfortable shoes! I always spend
the last day to wander in the city, without plan, without a map and without a
destination ... and is the most beautiful day of each trip!
Free
walking tours
If you enjoy walking
around the city, you can also take part in a free walking tour. You can find
them in almost every city, and all you need to do is to Google it. Free walking
tours give you the opportunity to explore some of the major attractions of the
city, learn their history and secrets with the guidance of a local guide. But
there is one thing to remember. At the end of the tour give a tip to the guide.
If you are in a city that does not offer a free walking tour, you can check
your phone for a walking tour app!
Free
Museums
In
every city of the world there are museums that are completely free. In some
cities, such as London even the most popular museums such as the Natural History Museum and
the Tate Modern is free. Unfortunately this is not true for all cities, but
with a little research you can find many free museums in each destination! Also
do not forget to check the museums WebPages, since many of them have free
admission on selected days (or nights) of the month and reduced admission in the last
hours of the museum operation.
Local Markets
Visiting the local
markets is one of my favorite activities, anywhere in the world... There is no
better way to enjoy the atmosphere of a city from being lost through the
sounds, smells and flavors in a local market. You will not only get a great
idea of how locals live, but you are going to buy some souvenirs at very
reasonable prices and taste fresh local products from local producers. The
markets are also a great source of entertainment and an insight into local
life.
Stroll
around the park
If
you want to escape from city’s chaos without leaving away you can go for a walk
in one of its parks. In many cities also parks are very popular attractions, such
as Central Park in New York, Retiro in Madrid and English Garden in Munich. You
can make a walk, ride a bike or take a break from your wanderings and eat your
lunch in the park, as the locals do!
Cathedrals
and Churches
Every
city in the world has many churches, cathedrals and religious monuments that
you can visit and which are usually free! Many of them are hundreds of years
old and are landmarks of the city and architectural marvels while having great
historical importance.
Watch
the sunset
It
is so obvious that many times we forgot about it! Wherever you are spend 10
minutes to watch the sunset! It is so different from city to city and you will
certainly take some of the most beautiful pictures of your trip!
Street
artists and Festivals
A
theatrical performance or a concert as tempting as they sound, are a big
expense on a journey. But there are alternatives ... in every city you will
meet many street artists and ordinary people dancing in a square. Take a break and
enjoy the moment! Also, many times your trip will coincide with a series of celebrations, a festival or a carnival. It's a
great opportunity to get in touch with the city's customs, to socialize, to
experience the city like a local and have fun!
Window shopping
Certainly
we often combine travel with shopping. But even if you do not want to spend
your money making purchases, you can make a nice walk watching the windows. In
many cities, such as Paris a walk on Champs Elysees Boulevard, which is known
for its luxury shops, is in itself a travel experience! A walk in a shopping
center is also a good and inexpensive idea, especially on a rainy day!
Enjoy the view
I started telling you
that the most beautiful things in life are free, and so I will close. I can not
think of anything more beautiful than a panoramic city view! In every city
there is at least one point from which you can see a panorama of the city, a
shot that will surely be of the best of your trip. And the truth is that it is
one of the first things I choose to do it in every city I visit for the first
time since from that time after I use that picture like an inside GPS!
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