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11. Interlaken: Check out Lake Brienz
For stunning scenery that'll take your breath away, make sure to visit Lake Brienz, which stretches out for an impressive 9 miles. Snow-capped mountains tower over Switzerland's cleanest lake, adding to the area's natural appeal. It's easy to get here too, thanks to a short bus trip from Interlaken. Best of all? This journey is free if you're in possession of an Interlaken Visitor's Card.
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12. Munich: Catch the 'Glockenspiel' show
One of Munich's quirkiest attractions, the 'Glockenspiel' is an amusing way to spend 15 minutes. Catch the show twice daily at 11am and midday up on the New Town Hall, located in one of the city's most notable squares, Marienplatz. What's all the fuss about? Well, during the show 32 life-size figurines act out the 'Cooper's Dance', a local tradition. Large numbers of people flock here to check out the free shows each day.
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13. Seville: Stroll around the Plaza de Espana
There's plenty to see in this wide open square, which is free of charge to visit. Surrounded by a host of beautiful buildings, the Plaza de Espana is home to a number of interesting alcoves. These are covered in colourful tile designs depicting various Spanish towns and cities. That's not all. Here you can also visit Seville's military museum or go dangle your fingers in the large fountain situated at the square's centre.
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14. Dublin: Take a trip to Howth Head
Howth is one of Dublin's most visited suburbs, and it costs nothing to stroll around and take in this picturesque fishing village. As well as walks along the pier, you can check out the boats in the harbour and hike up Howth Head itself. Once you get to the scenic summit, you can stop for a picnic and marvel at the great views of Ireland's Eye, a nearby island that acts as a bird sanctuary.
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15. London: Wander along the Thames
To see some of the top attractions in London for free, take a walk along the banks of the Thames. It won't cost you a penny and it's good exercise too! Why not start your walk at Tower Bridge. From here you'll be able to take in the world-famous Tower of London. The Tate Modern, Westminster Bridge, an open-air book market and much more can also be enjoyed along this route.
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16. Edinburgh: Visit free museums on the Royal Mile
Edinburgh's renowned Royal Mile is home to a plethora of interesting and informative museums for you to visit. As you wander along make sure to check out 'The People's Story', 'The Museum of Childhood' and the 'Writers' Museum', to name just a few. Don't worry about money though, as all these top-notch museums offer free entry.
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17. Milan: Chow down on some free food
Buy a drink at any number of bars across Milan and you'll be entitled to help yourself to plate upon plate of finger food left out all over the bar's counter space. Nachos, sausages and much much more are offered. Known as Aperitivo time, the all-you-can-eat bonanza begins at around 6pm every evening. Two top spots offering this free food are Le Biciclette on Via Torti and Bar Brera on Via Brera.
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18. Rome: Visit the Vatican Museum for free
If you're lucky enough to be in Rome on the last Sunday of the month you're in for a treat because, on this day, the top attraction in the Vatican is free. Millions visit the Vatican Museum each year and marvel at the astonishing and extensive collection of paintings, sculptures, religious artefacts and more. And if that's not enough, this important museum also houses Michelangelo's iconic Sistine Chapel.
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19. Berlin: Check out the East Side Gallery
One of Berlin's most interesting and moving attractions, the East Side Gallery is also free of charge to wander around. This unusual gallery is constructed on one of the best preserved sections of the infamous Berlin Wall. Close to the city centre, this length of the Wall stretches for around 1.3km and is covered in works of art by approximately 106 international artists.
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20. Galway: Listen to some traditional Irish music
Where better to sample some of Ireland's well-loved traditional music than in the west of Ireland? This area boasts a huge concentration of the country's most proficient traditional musicians, which is especially apparent during a visit to any number of pubs in Galway city. Here you'll be able to hear bodhráns, uilleann pipes and various other traditional Irish instruments in action. For free!
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