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From free walks to gratis galleries, saving your money while sightseeing has never been easier with these savvy travel tips. So the next time you book a flight to\u00a0Europe<\/a>, remember to do your research and take advantage of a host of zero-cost attractions. Here’s how to do Europe on a budget and still pack your itinerary with a chocful of fun.<\/p>\n

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Walk the Talk: Free Guided Tours<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Tour guides know their city inside out and can tailor tours to suit your particular interests like they\u2019re your own personal\u00a0travel agency, whether you want to get the inside track on the area\u2019s history or spend an afternoon grazing on gourmet treats.<\/p>\n

These days, finding a free local tour guide is just an\u00a0internet\u00a0search away, thanks to the hundreds of people all over Europe who pride themselves on offering a complimentary welcome service, such as the team behind Bulgaria\u2019s\u00a0Free Sofia Tour<\/a>. Running two English-language tours around Sofia, the Bulgarian capital, each day, the two-hour route takes in the\u00a0multi-domed\u00a0Aleksander\u00a0Nevski\u00a0Cathedral and Borisova Gradina gardens.<\/p>\n

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Get a Free Education: Galleries and Museums<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re interested in natural history, interactive science experiments, ancient artefacts or modern art, your European gallery or museum visit doesn\u2019t have to cost a thing. From London\u2019s vast\u00a0British Museum<\/a><\/strong>,\u00a0filled with unique treasures from cultures around the world, to\u00a0Nice\u2019s\u00a0contemporary art space, Mus\u00e9ed’Art\u00a0etd’Art<\/strong> (MAMAC), with its works by Yves Klein and Andy Warhol and stunning rooftop views, Europe is home to hundreds of free attractions. As some of the world’s best museums holding famous art pieces, the museums are the absolute gold of things to do in Europe on a budget.<\/p>\n

Even if some places come with a price tag, a flexible approach to visiting hours means you can still save. For example, Valencia\u2019s Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno and Madrid\u2019s\u00a0Museo Nacional del Prado<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0in Spain are both free on Sundays; as is the\u00a0Centro\u00a0de Arte\u00a0Moderna\u00a0in Lisbon, Portugal. In Paris you can check out the\u00a0Pompidou<\/strong>\u00a0for nothing on the first Sunday of the month.<\/p>\n

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Don<\/strong>\u2019<\/strong>t Pay to See the Past: Natural History<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t need a ticket to experience Prague Castle<\/a><\/strong> in the Czech Republic<\/a>, which is Prague’s number one tourist attraction.\u00a0While some areas command entrance fees, it\u2019s free to walk around the grounds overlooking the scenic River\u00a0Vltava. If you are there at midday, you\u2019ll be able to witness the changing of the guard, too.<\/p>\n

For more history lessons, make for Rome on the last Sunday of the month when the\u00a0Vatican Museum<\/a>\u00a0opens its doors to visitors for free from 9.30am to 12.30pm. From centuries-old paintings to religious sculptures, the cavernous building is also home to Michelangelo\u2019s iconic Sistine Chapel<\/strong>. Visiting these famous attractions are among the top things to do in Europe, but with a $0 price tag? Amazing.<\/p>\n

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Sky-High Savings: Observation Decks<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sky-high observation decks don\u2019t have to mean sky-high prices if you plan your\u00a0Europe trip\u00a0around these free lookouts.<\/p>\n

In Berlin, visitors to the German parliament \u2013\u00a0the Bundestag<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can take in the city and get up close to the Norman Foster-designed glass dome that sits on top of the old building for free. Even the audio guide is complimentary; you just need to book your spot in advance.<\/p>\n

For a picture-perfect sunset spot, gaze out at the iconic red terracotta roof tiles of Florence from\u00a0Piazzale<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll find a bronze replica of Michelangelo\u2019s\u00a0David<\/em>\u00a0statue to admire as well.<\/p>\n

For a natural high, climb leafy Montju\u00efc Mountain<\/strong> in Barcelona or wander up Arthur\u2019s Sea<\/strong>t, a dormant volcano in Edinburgh, which is part of the 640-acre Royal Park, adjacent to\u00a0Holyrood\u00a0Palace. The majestic volcano\u00a0rises 251 metres above sea level, casting its shadow across the Scottish city.<\/p>\n

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Priceless Musical Performances<\/strong><\/h2>\n

And for the last on our list of things to do\u00a0in Europe on a budget, we’ve got a little music for your ears.<\/p>\n

Classical concerts for zero cash? You better believe it. Every Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon from September to May you can catch a free show at Amsterdam\u2019s\u00a0Boekmanzaal<\/a>, which is part of the city\u2019s Muziektheater<\/strong> (opera house) \u2013 the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra have been known to drop by.<\/p>\n

With several\u00a0cafes\u00a0in Venice\u2019s picturesque Piazza San Marco<\/strong> boasting their own string quartets, a walk past\u00a0Saint Mark\u2019s Basilica<\/a>\u00a0turns into a stunning serenade. If you want to linger, pull up a chair and slowly sip an espresso.<\/p>\n

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Weather in Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n

Western Europe experiences four distinct seasons, with the warmest months from June to September experiencing the least rainfall. Spring and autumn are generally mild with occasional showers, while the winter months \u2013 November to February \u2013 are often cold with temperatures dropping below 0\u00b0<\/strong>C the further north you travel. Snow and hail are also frequent in the more northerly countries at this time of year.<\/p>\n

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Where to Stay in Europe on a Budget<\/strong><\/p>\n

If your budget-conscious planning extends to accommodation, you are in for a treat \u2013 most major European cities have some fantastic places to bed down without breaking the bank if you know where to look. For a plush backpacking experience, try the Plus<\/a> chain of upmarket youth hostels. With locations in Prague, Berlin, Rome, Venice and Florence, these are some seriously hip \u2013 and affordable \u2013 digs. [\/tab]<\/p>\n

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Getting There from Singapore<\/strong><\/p>\n

Singapore Airlines\u00a0flies\u00a0from\u00a0Changi Airport\u00a0to more than 200 European destinations. See the latest prices of flights from Singapore to Europe<\/a> on Expedia.com.sg.<\/p>\n

To travel between cities, plan your route using the excellent resources found on the\u00a0Rail Europe website<\/a>, where there\u2019s plenty of information available about the international train companies offering high-speed services between countries. [\/tab]<\/p>\n

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Visa Requirements for Singaporeans Visiting Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n

Singaporeans can enter a number of European countries without first obtaining a visa \u2013 for example, France, Germany, Spain and the UK (so long as you don\u2019t intend to stay in one country for more than 90 days). For further information on all European destinations, consult the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before you travel. [\/tab]<\/p>\n

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