Are you planning a trip to Germany in 2024? No wonder. The country has a lot to offer, from castles and storybook villages to vibrant metropolises, like Berlin, Munich and Hamburg. And don’t leave out the sausages, pretzels, and beer! Here’s the good news: In general, Germany is not a particularly pricey tourist destination in » Read more
Germany: Budget Travel Guide
Berlin has been one of Europe’s hottest budget destinations for years. With great neighborhoods, plenty of history, affordable restaurants, and a fun nightlife scene, what’s not to love for budget travelers? And although prices have kept up in recent years, there are still plenty of good deals — especially when it comes to hotels. We’ve » Read more
For a long time, Berlin was notorious for outrageously bad service. You often had to practically tackle a waiter to get the bill, and bartenders could be surly just out of principle. Luckily, customer service has improved in recent years. However, since service is included in the bill, you still don’t have to fork over » Read more
You’re about to go on that great trip to Germany you’ve been planning for a long time. You’ve got your tickets, the hotels are booked, you’ve packed your bags, and it’s time to go. But not so fast! Chances are, there are still a few details you’ve forgotten to consider — like choosing the right » Read more
Düsseldorf, Germany blends the fun of a big city (more than 600,000 residents) with the charms of a small town. Read all about the best things to see and do in our budget travel guide to Düsseldorf. And although Düsseldorf has an expensive reputation, there are quite a few affordable hotels for budget travelers. From » Read more
Ten years ago, Neukölln was one of Berlin’s major Problemkieze, a working class neighborhood more known for urban grit than as a popular tourist destination. But the neighborhood wasn’t without its charms: To insiders, it was always known as a great place to explore. You could come across amazing finds (with prices to match) at one » Read more
When you think of Germany, does your mind fill with thoughts of Cuckoo clocks, dense forests a la Grimm’s Fairy Tales, and a certain decadent cake made of chocolate and cherries with loads of whip cream on top? If so, the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) is definitely where you should head! And you’re in luck — » Read more
With a hilltop castle, charming old town and historic university — complete with a “prison” for misbehaving students, in use until 1914 — Heidelberg, Germany is truly the storybook European town of every tourist’s dreams. Unfortunately, the adorable town is also the most expensive tourist destination in Germany, even beating out the notoriously pricey Munich. » Read more
One of Germany’s 38 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Bremen is a handsome city filled with impressive architecture, a spectacular old town, playful public art, Brother Grimm folklore and plenty of budget attractions along the way. Best of all, it is possible to visit Bremen’s top highlights in just one day! And with bus fares as » Read more
No doubt about it, Europe has great slopes to offer skiers of all ages or skills. But if you venture up the most famous mountains in Austria or Switzerland, they’ll set you back a pretty penny, with expensive ski passes, overpriced food, pricey accommodation… you name it. However, snow hounds on a budget, shouldn’t despair. » Read more
Germany lights up the holiday season every year with 140 different Christmas markets across the country. And Bavaria gets into the spirit with dozens of markets from Munich to Nuremberg. These community celebrations, known as Christkindlmärkte in German, transform center cities into holiday wonderlands. Locals and visitors come out to shop for gifts at open-air booths, enjoy » Read more
With 2,000 years under its belt, Cologne, Germany has plenty of historic charm for locals and visitors to enjoy. There is no shortage of museums, medieval and gothic architecture and, of course, pubs (the city has more pubs per person than anywhere else in the country!) All the incredible attractions, restaurants and nightlife hot spots » Read more
No doubt about it, Berlin is one of Europe’s sexiest and most exciting cities. Whether you come to while away the hours in its world-class museums, take in it fascinating but sometimes haunting history, stroll through its many peaceful parks or simply get lost in its notoriously wild and hedonistic nightlife, Berlin won’t disappoint you. » Read more
When people think about Germany, visions of fairy tale castles, Oktoberfest, Lederhosen, traces of the Berlin Wall and the ever-iconic Brandenburg Gate are usually what come to mind. But Germany is also famous for what was arguably the most influential modernist art and design movement of the 20th century: the Bauhaus (translates literally as “build » Read more
What’s not to love about Freiburg? A charming university town in the southwestern corner of Germany, Freiburg im Breisgau boasts a quaint Old Town and lots of outdoor activities, like cycling, hiking through the world famous Black Forest, or even skiing on one of the nearby ski slopes on Freiburg’s beloved Schauinsland mountain. Located in » Read more
When planning a trip to Germany, most tourists opt for the obvious visit to Berlin, Heidelberg, or Munich. But what a shame this is, considering Germany has countless other cities well worth a visit like, for example, Dortmund. Located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Dortmund is at the heart of what was once Germany’s » Read more
Berlin is an excellent destination for Cheapos interested in finding great budget hotels. With clean, comfortable rooms and extra, sometimes quirky, touches, you can be sure you’ll enjoy your stay in Berlin. From lodgings on a boat on the river to artist havens and hotels with a minimalist feel, the city is filled with unique, » Read more
It’s no surprise that Germany is one of Europe’s top tourist destinations. The country boasts Europe’s hottest capital, the über-hip Berlin, with its world-famous clubs, a flourishing foodie scene, and plenty of urban green spaces. But that’s not all. If you visit Germany, you can also check out the maritime magic of Hamburg, the world-famous » Read more
Although most of the hype these days is focused on Germany’s vibrant capital Berlin, the country boasts another less visited city with a thriving arts and culture scene: Leipzig, a city in the former East German state Saxony. Whereas Berliners are (in)famous for their brusque treatment of strangers, locals in Leipzig tend to be much » Read more
Bach, Goethe, Schiller, Nieztsche — these famous names are but a few in a long list of leading German artists, composers, and intellectuals who once lived in Weimar, the historical center of the German Enlightenment. Located in the former East German state of Thuringia, Weimar is an absolute must for anyone interested in German culture » Read more
In the first few years after the wall fell, Mitte was the place to be in Berlin. Artists, musicians, and Lebenskünstler (bon vivant) flocked to the dirt cheap apartments in the neighborhood, many of which had been abandoned by East Berliners who had fled to the West in a flurry of new found freedom. The streets » Read more
Dusseldorf is a place of contrasts — a bustling, artistic and fashionable city of nearly 600,000 inhabitants in the western reaches of Germany along the Rhine River, it manages to feel like both a big city and a small town. Its economy roars along, with local industries still chugging, while fashion boutiques and upscale department » Read more
Dubbed the Elbflorenz (“Florence on the Elbe River”), Dresden is one of Germany’s most beautiful and historically interesting cities. Dresden is the capital of Saxony, a state in the former East Germany. Though heavily bombed by the allies in 1945, much of Dresden’s opulent baroque architecture has been restored, which is juxtaposed with classic GDR-era » Read more
The German Autobahn. Who hasn’t dreamt about speeding down the nation’s highway system in a red convertible with the pedal to the metal the entire way? However, before you head to Germany, hop in a car, and head for the nearest highway, there are a few things you should know about autobahn driving. Below we’ve » Read more
When planning a trip to Germany, most tourists think about a beer garden in Munich or the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, not the Baltic Sea coast in the former East German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. But trust us, they don’t know what they’re missing. With its calm waters, white sandy beaches, picturesque sandstone cliffs and shallow bays, » Read more
