15 European Cities to Splurge vs Save Big on Your Next Trip

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Akanksha Sharma
June 26, 2025

14. Kraków: Old-World Elegance, Modern-Day Value

Summer view of Wawel Royal Castle in Krakow, Poland. Historical place in Poland. Flowers on. Photo Credit: Envato @yanishevskaanna

Kraków delivers five-star feels at three-star prices. Splurge on a stay at Hotel Copernicus, dine under frescoed ceilings at Wierzynek, or take a private tour of the Wawel Royal Castle. But even without luxury, Kraków shines. Budget travelers can explore the hauntingly beautiful Jewish Quarter, wander Planty Park, or marvel at St. Mary’s Basilica. Pierogi and Żurek soup from milk bars cost less than coffee in Western Europe. In Kraków, every cobblestone and café whispers history—proof that unforgettable doesn’t have to mean unaffordable.

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