Europe has always been a top travel destination. The well-preserved architecture and the unmistakable old-world charm that echoes in every city are but two of the reasons why European cities attract travelers from all over. For those who want to visit and experience Europe, but want to keep to a budget, here are five budget friendly European cities that may fit the bill.

1. Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the largest city in Hungary. The city of Budapest is filled with a number of sites that are worth visiting. Budapest is most famous for its spas and baths, the most popular of which is the Szechenyi Medicinal Bath.

Top places to visit: Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, Fisherman’s Bastion, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Memento Park, Szecheyni Thermal Bath, Matthias Church, Vajdahunyad Castle and the House of Terror.

2. Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is the third largest city in the world and the largest city in Turkey. The numerous historical sites in the city of Istanbul makes it worth taking the time to visit. The delicious street food found in the city souks makes it quite easy to dine and to stay in the city on a budget.

Top places to visit: Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul Archaeology Museum, Walls of Constantinople and the Istanbul Modern Art Museum.

3. Krakow, Poland

Named as the European Capital of Culture in 2000, Krakow is among the most visited cities in Europe. The city is also one of the select few of UNESCO’s city of Literature. The City of Krakow is filled with numerous beautifully built structures that are sure to make a stay in the city feast for the eyes.

Top places to visit: Wawel Castle, Krakow Cloth Hall, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Wawel Cathedral, National Museum, Kosciuszko Mound, Rynek Underground Permanent Exhibition, Opera Krakow, Ogrodzieniec Castle and the Jagiellonian Library.

4. Bruges, Belgium

The capital city of the province of West Flanders, Bruges is famous for its canals and is often called “the Venice of the North. The city of Bruges is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Although going to the city may not be that budget friendly, the cheap hotels may still keep a traveler’s expenses to a minimum.

Top places to visit: Boudewjin Seapark, Groeninge Museum, St. Salvator’s Catherdarl, Loppem Castle, Beguinage, Basilica of the Holy Blood, Belfry of Bruges and the Church of Our Lady of Bruges.

5. Lisbon, Portugal

Tourists are sometimes surprised at how budget friendly Lisbon when compared to the Spanish cities of Madrid and Barcelona. There are two UNESCO world heritage sites in Lisbon, the Belem tower and the Jeronimos Monastery.

Top places to visit: Jeronimos Monastery, Belem tower, Castle of Sao Jorge, Lisbon Oceanarium, Padrao dos Descobrimentos, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Carmo convent, National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon Cathedral, Queluz National Palace and the Mafra National Park.