You all may be well aware of the phrase, “The Best Things In Life Are Free.” Well, this phrase has been sometimes overworked. In fact it deals in truth. The most memorable sites and experiences in Europe in fact involve no admission charge. Here are ten such places that are free in Europe and it is suppose to be a must noted in the list of 10 things to do in Europe.

FIRST
Free Spectacular View of Paris: The popular place to view Paris from the top is the Eiffel Tower, but it usually involves lengthy line and hefty price. A very good alternative for better view of Paris at no charge is at the base of Sacre Coeur atop Montmartre. Visitors have to only pay a small fee to ascend the basilica (on foot). The view of Paris from the top of the steps that leads to the cathedral is really breathtaking.

SECOND
London’s Changing of the Guard: It is absolutely free but one may love to invest some time to get early there to get the view at the Buckingham Palace at 11:30 am. The Queen’s Guard changes in the Forecourt inside the gates of this Palace every day in summer months and every alternate day in the winter. This is the most famous free attraction in Europe.

THIRD
Tour of Rijksmuseum Gardens in Amsterdam: Opened only on weekends, one will find some great art treasures at this Gardens in Amsterdam, which can never be seen elsewhere. A free guide available there points our exactly what to see inside the Rijksmuseum.

The Roman Forum

FORTH
The Roman Forum: The Roman Forum was the main marketplace of Romans in the ancient time. Spending time is worth here and one can imagine how the life of Romans used to be in ancient time. Oh! Yes, it is also free to view.

FIFTH
Tate Modern and Borough Food Markets of London: Tate Modern and Borough, both attractions are located close to each other. The Tate Modern of London offers some interesting arts and the Borough Food Markets are a real fun place to be there on weekends. One can spend a budget day here with inexpensive picnic lunch from the market.

SIXTH
Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral: Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world. It is also absolutely free to enter and to walk inside. Climbing the towers and visiting the museum has a small fee. It is a must-see once in a life time. In summers there are usually lengthy lines to enter the cathedral.

SEVENTH
Westminster Abbey in London: The worshiping is free otherwise there is a admission fee for seeing Westminster Abbey. One can see the Abbey Choir perform at 5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and on Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm.

Amsterdam Harbor Area

EIGHTH
A Free Ferry ride in the Amsterdam Harbor: Ferry tours in Amsterdam are very famous. The boat tours are pricey, but one can traverse the older part of Amsterdam port on a free ferry that is available behind the Central rail station. Though the ride is short, but it is a good opportunity of pace after a day of walking through the sites.

NINTH
Scandinavia’s Natural Phenomena: Three things on should never miss on a trip to Scandinavia in Europe. These are the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), the Midnight Sun and of course the Polar Nights. Though a visit to the Scandinavia countries are a bit expensive, but if one consider these three natural treasures then it would be a handsome dividends on the touring investment.

TENTH
Fashion Gawking in Paris: Never forget to see fashion at Rue de Faubourg St. Honore or the nearby Avenue Montaigne without any cost. Moreover, one can fine the place full of latest fashions and of course the best shoppers in action.

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