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Dublin Live
09-07-2025
- Dublin Live
10 cheapest Europe city breaks with 3 course meal with wine for €27
The summer holiday season is well underway, and for Irish holidaymakers grappling with the cost of living crisis, a sunny city break might seem like a distant dream. However, if you've been typing 'cheap European breaks' into Google or browsing Skyscanner during your lunch hour, a new report could help you make a more budget-friendly travel decision. The 2025 Post Office Travel Money City Costs Barometer has been released. The annual survey compares the cost of short breaks in 38 popular European destinations and it's packed with positive news for those seeking a bargain. The detailed report ranks cities based on the average cost of 12 tourist essentials - such as hotel stays, meals, drinks, transport and cultural attractions - for two people over a weekend. While prices in some cities, including Dublin, have skyrocketed, others are emerging as surprisingly affordable treasures. Dublin ranks as the 7th most expensive city on the list, with a weekend for two totalling £568.34 (€658.98). This is largely due to exorbitant accommodation costs - a two-night stay in a 3-star hotel averages at £411 (476). That's nearly four times more than what you'd pay in the cheapest city on the list, reports the Irish Mirror. This year's top spot for affordability goes to Riga in Latvia, where a full weekend for two will only cost you a mere £252.63 (€292) - less than half the price of an equivalent trip to Dublin. This includes two nights' hotel stay, local travel, a sightseeing bus tour and even a three-course meal for two with a bottle of wine for just £65.95 (€76.47), which works out at about €38 per person. Other cities making the cut for Europe's most affordable city breaks include Vilnius in Lithuania, Warsaw in Poland and Podgorica in Montenegro. Completing the top five is Lisbon in Portugal, where you'll find exceptional value when dining out. A three-course meal with wine for two people comes in at £46.68 (€54) - that's just €27 each. Lisbon also offers significant savings on beverages. A 330ml bottle of beer is priced at just £1.93 (€2.24) - considerably cheaper than the £5.26 (€6.10) you'd pay in Dublin. Coffee aficionados will also appreciate the price difference. A cup in Lisbon costs just £1.23 (€1.43), compared to £3.28 (€3.80) in the Irish capital. Top 10 cheapest city breaks in 2025 According to the report, here are the top 10 cities offering the best bang for your buck this year: Riga, Latvia - £252.63 Vilnius, Lithuania - £254.32 Warsaw, Poland - £277.39 Podgorica, Montenegro - £281.70 Lisbon, Portugal - £292.27 Lille, France - £293.26 Gdansk, Poland - £297.09 Krakow, Poland - £300.24 Porto, Portugal - £304.66 Zagreb, Croatia - £310.56 The report also delved into the 10 cities which are the priciest to visit. Top 10 most expensive city breaks in 2025 On the flip side, these locations have been ranked as the most expensive city breaks this year - with Dublin featuring on the list: Oslo, Norway - £636.20 Copenhagen, Denmark - £628.64 Edinburgh, Scotland - £601.50 Venice, Italy - £591.12 Amsterdam, Netherlands - £582.79 Geneva, Switzerland - £570.04 Dublin, Ireland - £568.34 Barcelona, Spain - £561.90 Florence, Italy - £561.86 Nice, France - £540.09 For a comprehensive breakdown of costs such as coffee, beer, soft drinks, airport transfers, and activities in each city, click HERE. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Irish Daily Mirror
07-07-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Europe's cheapest city breaks where a 3 course meal with wine costs just €27
Summer holiday season is in full swing and for Irish travellers feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, the idea of a sunny city break may seem out of reach. But if you've found yourself Googling 'cheap European breaks' or searching Skyscanner on your lunch break, a new report might just help you make a budget-friendly travel choice. The 2025 Post Office Travel Money City Costs Barometer, an annual survey that compares the cost of short breaks across 38 popular European destinations, is out - and it's brimming with good news for bargain hunters. The comprehensive report ranks cities based on the average cost of 12 tourist essentials - including hotel stays, meals, drinks, transport and cultural attractions - for two people over a weekend. And while prices in some cities - including Dublin - have soared, others are emerging as surprisingly affordable gems. Dublin is the 7th most expensive city on the list, with a weekend for two clocking in at £568.34 (€658.98). That's driven largely by sky-high accommodation costs - a two-night stay in a 3-star hotel averages £411 (476). That's nearly four times more than what you'd pay in the cheapest city on the list. This year's winner is Riga in Latvia, where a full weekend for two people will set you back just £252.63 (€292) - less than half the price of the same trip to Dublin. That includes two nights' hotel accommodation, local travel, a sightseeing bus tour and even a three-course meal for two with a bottle of wine for just £65.95 (€76.47), that about €38 per person. Also on the list of Europe's cheapest city breaks are Vilnius in Lithuania, Warsaw in Poland and Podgorica in Montenegro. Lisbon in Portugal rounds off the top five and it's here you'll find exceptionally great value dining out. Three courses with wine for two people costs £46.68 (€54) - that's just €27 each. Lisbon also offers great savings on drinks. A 330ml bottle of beer costs just £1.93 (€2.24) - significantly cheaper than £5.26 (€6.10) in Dublin. Coffee lovers will notice the difference too. A cup in Lisbon is just £1.23 (€1.43), compared to £3.28 (€3.80) in the Irish capital. According to the report, here are the top 10 cities offering the best value for money this year: Vilnius, Lithuania - £254.32 Warsaw, Poland - £277.39 Podgorica, Montenegro - £281.70 Lisbon, Portugal - £292.27 Lille, France - £293.26 Gdansk, Poland - £297.09 Krakow, Poland - £300.24 Porto, Portugal - £304.66 Zagreb, Croatia - £310.56 The report also looked into the 10 cities which cost the most to visit. On the other end of the scale, these destinations ranked as the priciest city breaks this year - with Dublin among them: See a detailed breakdown of how much things like coffee, beer, soft drinks, airport transfers, and activities cost in each city HERE.
