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trying the local cuisine, given that food is such a large part of experiencing a country's cul-
tureā€”it would be a shame to miss this experience.
For the budget traveler, the daily food budget will be anywhere from $14 to $40. At the
lower end of this price range, you'll mostly be eating the free hostel breakfast and homemade
meals/picnics from the grocery store. At the middle range you can eat at cheap takeaway
restaurants ($8-$10 for a meal), affordable sit-down restaurants ($15-$20 for a meal), and
maybe have a few snacks throughout the day.
I suggest budgeting a little high for food because even the most diehard budget travelers
will break down and buy a prepared meal sometimes. You will too, trust me. When you're not
familiar with the city it can be challenging to find a grocery store and it's even worse when
you're already really hungry.
Additionally, making a meal after a long day of sightseeing can sometimes be a pain in the
ass, so it will often be challenging to motivate yourself to cook something.
SIGHTSEEING AND ATTRACTIONS COST ESTIMATE
You go to Europe to experience the culture and to see the sights. Well, get out your wallet be-
cause most attractions charge an admission fee. The fees are usually not outrageous but they
do add up. Many places offer student/youth discounts so be sure to inquire about those. While
you may not do something that requires an admission fee every day, I would still budget
about $15/day for sightseeing. Here is a list of admissions prices at some popular attractions
in Europe so you can get a feel of how much things cost:
Louvre Museum - Paris: $17
Centre Pompidou Museum - Paris: $18
Tower of London: $37
Van Gogh Museum - Amsterdam: $20
Walking Tours: Free (guides work on tips) or $15 for paid tours
Note: Many museums offer discounted or free tickets to students and/or people under the age
of twenty-six.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COST ESTIMATE
Between subways, buses, and trams, European public transportation is excellent in nearly
every large and medium-sized city. Additionally, it's usually affordable. Most cities are walk-
able and I always suggest walking when possible, but in some cases public transport might be
a better use of your time and energy.
Most cities sell a range of tickets and travel passes (e.g., single tickets, 1, 3, 5, 7 day passes,
month pass, etc.) so it's smart to do a little research to find the option that works best for you.
Below are some examples of transportation cost:
London Tube (w/Oyster Card): $4/off-peak single fare or $14/all day
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