Kraków named best-value winter break destination for the third consecutive year

30/10/2023
Culture

Kraków has once again claimed the top position in the annual ranking created by the international car rental company ‘Discover Cars’, outshining well-known European capitals like Prague and Brussels for the third consecutive year.

Kraków’s Old Town is brimming with basement bars where you can dance your way through the winter blues, and the city offers a rich tapestry of Eastern European history for those with a thirst for knowledge.

Based on the research, Kraków distinguishes itself with notably low prices for both car rentals and hotels, along with an impressive 665 reasonably-priced dining establishments. Notably, a pint in Krakow is a mere £1.95 (€2.25, $2.35).

Prague secures the second position among top European winter destinations, closely trailing Kraków with a score of 37 out of 50 (compared to Krakow’s score of 38). The Czech capital boasts an astounding 1,206 budget-friendly dining options and also excels in terms of affordable lodging and flight choices.

In the third spot is Brussels, known for its abundance of free attractions, including the stunning Grand Place. Additionally, flights to the Belgian capital from London Heathrow are the most economical on the list, averaging around £98.

The cities that stand atop the rankings provide fantastic experiences without emptying the wallets of their visitors.

The evaluation, rated on a scale from 0 to 50, delves deeper than the typical tourist destinations and centres on the affordability of a winter trip. Essential criteria encompass the average price of a week’s lodging, entry charges for major tourist sites, the accessibility of budget-friendly dining choices, and the typical weekly expenses for renting a car.

Predictably, the primary contenders on the list are predominantly famous European capitals celebrated for their magnificent Christmas markets that lure visitors from all corners of the globe.

Presenting a list of the most economical European cities to explore: