Money-Saving European Travel Tips

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ABOVE: In Venice, as in most places, some of the best sights in life are free.

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Before planning your trip, see our articles index, which will make it easy to find advice on money, packing, transportation, destinations, and other European travel topics. Or go directly to our list of European city guides.

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For affordable hotels in many European countries, try our discount booking partner, Venere. Its rates are usually cheaper than the prices you'd get if you booked direct, and its guest ratings and reviews will help you get the most value for your money.

Use our currency converter to see what your local currency is worth at your destination on any given day.

Finally, here's one last tip:

TIP 8: Don't worry, be happy.

Don't go wildly over budget, but don't obsess about your trip expenses, either. A year from now, you won't be thinking about how much you spent for a beer, a coffee, or a vaporetto ride up the Grand Canal.