The picturesque and walkable city 2 hours from London named Europe’s cheapest

It’s the perfect place for a last-minute city break

The summer holidays are here, and millions of us are already dreaming of jetting off somewhere sunny. But with the cost of travelling abroad adding up fast, it’s worth knowing which destinations will actually go easy on your wallet.

Airport transfers company hoppa looked at dozens of European cities, weighing up everything from hotel prices and pint costs to how many free or budget-friendly things there are to do. The stand-out winner was a stunning European capital with one of the prettiest skylines on the continent.

Known as the City of a Hundred Spires, Prague has been named the most affordable summer holiday destination in Europe, and it’s easy to see why. The Czech capital has a whopping 619 budget-friendly attractions to explore – including the sweeping grounds of Prague Castle and the beautiful 17th-century Waldstein Garden, reports the Express.

For those hungry for a sit-down meal, visitors can estimate spending just £8.58 a head. Meanwhile, a locally-brewed draught beer will set you back just £2.32. Even a three-star hotel comes in at an average of £86.96 a night – not bad at all for a European capital.

Once you’re there, the city is wonderfully easy to get around on foot. Wander through the Old Town, pop into a café, and soak up the architecture – it won’t cost you a thing. Big-name sights like Charles Bridge and Prague Castle are completely free to visit.

If your feet need a break, the public transport network is both easy to use and incredibly cheap. A single 30-minute ticket costs around £1.20, while a 90-minute ticket is just £1.55. If you’re planning a full day of exploring, a 24-hour pass costs around £4.75 – and a 72-hour pass covering the Metro, trams and buses will only set you back around £11.50.

While you’re there, don’t miss St. Vitus Cathedral, tucked inside the grounds of Prague Castle, alongside Charles Bridge and the iconic Church of Our Lady before Týn – some of the most visited spots in the whole city.

Timing-wise, you couldn’t pick a better moment to go. Prague is right in the middle of its warmest stretch of the year, with temperatures between 22°C and 27°C from May through to September and long, sunny days to enjoy.

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