Budget Spain for students: Tips for your dream trip

Spain is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe and as such, it’s a gem you must visit when you have the time. Thankfully, Spain is an affordable location for a student since the prices there are considerably affordable compared to some other European countries. Still, as a student, you need to make sure that the trip to Spain doesn’t empty your pockets. By learning the tips below, you can avoid big expenses and see several cities in Spain on a limited budget.

There are many amazing things to see in Spain. Start with their welcoming locals and move onto their rich history, and you’ll understand why Spain remained such a popular destination for a long, long time. So, pack your bags and purchase a ticket from a cheap airline. Once you’re there, here is how you can save money.

Use public transport

Public transport in Spain is quite affordable. In most of the cities, you can buy daily tickets and use all public transportation for a very affordable price, even for an unlimited number of rides. If you want to explore the big cities and see things on various locations, this is your best option. If you’re interested in seeing one particular thing, you can purchase an individual ticket, which is also extremely affordable.

For example, if you choose to visit Barcelona, you can get the T10 cards that gives you 10 metro journeys. Or, if you plan to travel around the city more, get the Hola Barcelona card (this one takes you from and to the airport, too).

Before you get there, make sure to give the public transport maps a peak. They are straightforward and it will take you a short while to figure it out. Every station has the colour-coded lines, but you might want to download the map online for easier and faster access.

Indulge in tasty Spain food at the markets

Eating out in Spain can be really costly unless you know the affordable local restaurants. Thankfully, most towns in Spain have their own Central Market. These markets have amazing food to offer and the prices are quite reasonable. There’s an abundance of tasty vegetables and fruits, fresh sea food and meat, as well as delicious, home-cooked breads and pastries.

Discover the free activities

Some of the entrances for the attractions in Spain can be costly and, if your budget is low, you probably won’t be able to see everything. However, there are also plenty of things to do in Spain that are absolutely free. Do some research online and you’ll find cathedrals, gardens, parks, monuments, beaches, and other places that have free entrance.

For example, if you go to Alicante, you can hike Mount Benacantil, tour the Castell de Santa Barbara, walk along the beautiful marina – all without spending a dime. You can also stroll along the Spanish streets in many of the many cities and simply gaze at the mesmerizing architecture, or visit the beautiful churches, which are mostly free to enter (except for Gaudi’s masterpiece that’s now a basilica – Sagrada Familia).

Drink their cheap beverages

Drinking in Spain can be either cheap or expensive depending on what you drink. The affordable drinks are beer, coffee, and wine. If you’re accustomed to drinking coffee while doing your assignments, you’re in for a treat. And, you should definitely try the popular mix of beer and tequila – Desperados.

If you hire a service that does essay writing for college students, you can take the day off assignments and live a day of a Spanish person. Have your lunch before the siesta with some cold ‘cervezas’ that cost only 2 or 3 Euros. Then, go have some rest while the Spanish people close up their shops for their ‘siesta’ time.

Spend your money wisely

Some research can go a long way in helping you determine what’s worth visiting and spending your budget on. While in Spain, there are simply some things you can’t afford to miss out on. Since you’ll be travelling on a low budget, figure out what are the best things to invest in. My recommendations are the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, the El Greco Museum in Toledo, a Flamenco Show in Madrid, and the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia.

Conclusion

Are you ready for one of the best trips of your life? If you’ve chosen Spain, you have made an amazing decision. Buy your ticket and go to one of the most memorable, culture rich places in the world. With these tips and a bit of research, you can see a lot of Spain under a tight budget.

Author’s Bio

Emma Rundle is a travel guide. She owns and manages a travel agency based in Australia. According to Rundle, this job has been a dream come true for her since it allows her to travel the world on a regular basis.

Elle Draper

Elle, along with Alan, is the owner of Spain Buddy and the busy web design business - Gandy-Draper. Born a "Norverner", she then spent most of her life "Dann Saff" before moving to Spain in 2006. Elle's loves are Alan, the internet, their three bouncing dogs, good food, and dry white wine - although not necessarily in that order.