The Cheapest Beer In Europe
Wondering where you can find the cheapest pint in Europe? We’ve got the goods.
Summer is all about a crisp, cold pint of beer or cerveza as the Spanish say — sounds way nicer, doesn’t it?
Most of us long for that first pint on a scorching summer’s day (albeit, a few months delayed, typical UK). And if you’re lucky enough to be jetting off to Europe on your vacay, then you’re probably wondering where you can find the cheapest pints of beer in Europe.
Spoiler alert: pretty much everywhere is cheaper than London. And yes, we (I) cry about it every week.
And with International Beer Day on the first Friday of August, there’s no better time to bring to light the cheapest beer in Europe. You can thank us later…
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Cheapest beer in Europe
You’ve just finished showering after your flight, thrown on your best garms, and you’re ready for your first holiday pint. The sun is hot against your skin and all your worries are in the bin. Until… how much for a pint?
Just tap water for us, thanks.
To avoid the ghastly prices of beer you might find in some cities, we’ve got the European cities with the least expensive pints so you’re not worrying about your finances when you’re trying to chill. Because who needs to fret while trying to enjoy this floating planet?
OMIO, the travel booking site, has dived into the data of the most and least expensive European cities to buy a pint in — and honestly, I don’t think you can even get anything in the UK for prices as low as some of these European pints. Sigh.
BRB, booking flights ASAP.
Anyways, this is what you all came for: the cheapest pints of beer in Europe. Almost too good to be true (but it’s very true, yay!).
| City | Price in £ | Price in € |
|---|---|---|
| Minsk, Belarus | £0.90 | €1.05 |
| Chisinau, Moldova | £1.11 | €1.30 |
| Baku, Azerbaijan | £1.16 | €1.35 |
| Tbilisi, Georgia | £1.45 | €1.69 |
| Yerevan, Armenia | £1.57 | €1.83 |
| Sofia, Bulgaria | £1.66 | €1.94 |
| Skopje, Macedonia | £1.66 | €1.94 |
| Pristina, Kosovo | £1.71 | €2 |
| Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | £1.75 | €2.04 |
| Prague, Czech Republic | £1.86 | €2.17 |
While countries like Moldova or Belarus probably weren’t high on your travel list, these underrated places are packed full of culture, history, and the cheapest pints in Europe, so you really can’t go wrong.
If you’re interested, here are the most expensive pints in Europe. And if these prices don’t shock you, then you must be living the good life…
| City | Price in £ | Price in € |
|---|---|---|
| Reykjavik, Iceland | £8.61 | €10.05 |
| Oslo, Norway | £8.13 | €9.49 |
| Helsinki, Finland | £6.84 | €7.98 |
| London, UK | £6.50 | €7.58 |
| Monaco | £6.41 | €7.48 |
| Copenhagen, Denmark | £6.31 | €7.36 |
| Paris, France | £5.98 | €6.98 |
| Bern, Switzerland | £5.75 | €6.71 |
| Stockholm, Sweden | £5.65 | €6.59 |
| Dublin, Ireland | £5.56 | €6.49 |
We’re not surprised that the UK/London has made it onto the top 10 most expensive pints in Europe, but it doesn’t have to be so spenny. Explore the Greene King pubs in the UK where you can get a student discount to save money on your tipple.
You can save up to 20% with a Greene King student discount via the Student Beans app.
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Europe’s cheapest cities
The UK has some of the best hidden gems in and around Europe, but we get it, sometimes a staycation isn’t what you need.
If you fancy a change of scenery but don’t have an extensive budget, these are some of Europe’s cheapest cities that are definitely worth a visit.
Vilnius, Lithuania
The capital of Lithuania is full of historic charm and fairytale vibes. Ranked first in the Post Office City Costs Barometer, the city is cheap and cheerful. Plus, it’s totally underrated so you will probably miss groups of tourists when you visit and have the city to yourself (and the locals obvs).
Athens, Greece
The 5th cheapest city break in Europe according to the Post Office Barometer, Athens has it all. Sun, sea, land, and incredible food. Opt for smaller guest rooms or boutique hotels rather than fancy all-inclusive hotels to make it even cheaper.
Skopje, North Macedonia
Super cheap and super safe, Skopje in North Macedonia is a unique European city break for those needing an affordable trip away. The temperature throughout September and October range from mid to low 20s, so it’s ideal for going off-peak (outside of summer) to make it cheaper.
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest is the perfect hot spot for a cheap European city break with great nightlife, delicious traditional food, and stunning scenery. Avoid the heavily-tourist areas where the prices are hiked up — explore the side streets instead for cheaper hidden gems.
Bratislava, Slovakia
This gorgeous city in Slovakia won’t break the bank on your European city break. Although not the cheapest European city, the prices are around a third lower than London, and 20% less than Manchester — the perfect excuse to leave the country for your hols.
If you’re on a really tight budget, or want to see more of what Europe has to offer, check out what is interrailing and how much it costs. It may be a better alternative for you to see more for less.
Staying in the UK over the summer? Check out our Student Beans bars and pubs student discounts to get cheaper pints at home. If you’re looking beyond the cheapest pints, get advice on planning your next trip with our essential travel tips.
