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London Free Things: 7 things that won’t cost you a penny

Tate Britain London
The Tate Britain is free every day. Photo: Jimmy Harris

Apr 17 After reading the seven things that are always free in Paris article I was inspired to create an equivalent guide to things that are always free in London. I’m not going to dare to suggest that one city does free things better than the other: it’s simply another case of vive la difference. While Parisians » Read more

Posted in Free Stuff, London, United Kingdom

London: 10 cheap things to do (for under £10!)

London: 10 cheap things to do (for under £10!)

Mar 05 It’s easy to feel that your money is getting eaten away in London, but it is possible to have fun on a tenner. Here are my Top 10 Things to do in London on £10. 1. Ride the RV1 or number 11 bus From £1.40 For as little as £2.40 (or £1.40 with an Oyster » Read more

Posted in Free Stuff, London, Trip Planning, United Kingdom

Visiting Berlin’s Reichstag: The new rules

Visiting Berlin’s Reichstag: The new rules

Sep 13 Things have changed a bit since our last post on visiting Berlin’s Reichstag. Here’s an update: What hasn’t changed: The building is as historically and culturally significant as ever. It still affords some of the best free views of the city. You will have to queue and go through security to get inside. The dome » Read more

Posted in Berlin, Free Stuff, Germany

Free Museums in Dublin

Free Museums in Dublin

Aug 10 Rainy day in Dublin? A Cheapo looking to wait out the storm indoors can explore one of the free museums in city center. Whether you’re interested in art, literature or natural history, there is a free Dublin museum to match. 1. The National Gallery of Ireland Merrion Square West Web site You could spend hours » Read more

Posted in Dublin, Free Stuff, Ireland, Museums

Paris: Best Neighborhoods by Activity

Paris: Best Neighborhoods by Activity

Jun 04 By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— In the same way that every region in France has its specialty food, every neighborhood in Paris has its strong point.  (Some areas just do a thing better!) To save you from seeking free museums or cheap eats in the wrong section of town, we’ve compiled a list of 10 popular Paris activities and neighborhoods that do them » Read more

Posted in Entertainment, France, Free Stuff, Neighborhood, Other, Paris

Berlin: Cheapo events calendar for February – June 2012

Berlin: Cheapo events calendar for February – June 2012

Feb 07 We’re always ready to head to Berlin. However, a number of Cheapo-friendly events taking place over the next several months has us ready to jam, dance, put on a wig and check out some art. (In other words, we’re ready for Berlin.) Here’s a quick run-down of free or cheapish events to attend in Berlin » Read more

Posted in Berlin, Cheapo night out, Entertainment, Events, Free Stuff, Germany

Paris: Cheapo day in the Marais; Free photo exhibit, cheap lunch, vintage shopping

Paris: Cheapo day in the Marais; Free photo exhibit, cheap lunch, vintage shopping

Feb 06 By Theadora Brack— This week, I decided to get on the horn with the charismatic Caroline Simonds, founder of Le Rire Medecin, a troupe of hospital clowns that are currently the focus of a free photo exhibit at the Hotel de Ville. “Let’s make a Cheapo day of it in Paris,” I told her. Wasting » Read more

Posted in Exhibitions, France, Free Stuff, Neighborhood, Paris

Dublin: A full day in Dublin for under €20

Dublin: A full day in Dublin for under €20

Dec 22 By Jessica Colley— A single €20 note can be stretched pretty far in Dublin. Unlike other European cities where transport can be a drain on your budget, Dublin is a compact, walkable city. As long as you have an umbrella for those impromptu showers, it is easy to spend an entire day in Dublin without » Read more

Posted in cheapo by the day, Cheapo night out, Dublin, Entertainment, Free Stuff, Ireland

Paris: Free Wi-Fi, video games and art at the Gaîté Lyrique

Paris: Free Wi-Fi, video games and art at the Gaîté Lyrique

Dec 20 By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— After days exploring the halls of Paris’ biggest and – let’s face it – most exhausting museums, every visitor to the city needs a break. For an inexpensive respite, you can always head to a café or sit in a park. But why not step into one of Paris’s newest » Read more

Posted in Art, Exhibitions, France, Free Stuff, Paris, Performance

London for Free: Performances, galleries, skating and tours

London for Free: Performances, galleries, skating and tours

Dec 13 By Nina Derham in London— Despite being a notoriously pricey city when you consider the cost of booze, transport and accommodation, London is surprisingly generous when it comes to dishing out free attractions and entertainment. To begin with, all the main museums and art galleries are free, meaning that visitors can spend days wandering between » Read more

Posted in Art, Entertainment, Free Stuff, London, Sports, United Kingdom, walking