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41. London: Visit London's free galleries and museums
Many of London's museums and galleries are free. But we're not talking any old museums...we're talking the city's top museums! This includes the British Museum on Great Russell St. (which is London's most visited attraction), the National Gallery on Trafalgar Square, the National Portrait Gallery around the corner on St Martin's Place, the Tate Modern and Tate Britain on the River Thames, and the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, all in South Kensington.
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42. Athens: Climb Filopappou Hill
Climb Filopappou Hill Located just 15 minutes walk from the gates of the Acropolis, Filopappou Hill is the best place in Athens to get a view of the Parthenon, meaning it boasts the best view in the city. Entrance to the site is free and the climb isn't that strenuous. There's a good view of the rest of the city from the top also.
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43. Munich: Visit museums on free days
Most museums in Munich impose an admssion fee, but those owned by the city of Munich are free every Sunday. This includes the Glyptothek with its collections of Greek and Roman Antiquities and the Münchner Stadtmuseum (Municipal Museum) which offers an insight into the city's history and the daily lives of its people.
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44. Copenhagen: See Hans Christian Andersen's grave
Visit the Assistens Cemetery in Nørrebro to see the final resting places of notable Danish citizens like Hans Christian Andersen and physicist Niels Bohr. Filled with trees and plants, it's also a peaceful park to wander though on a sunny day.
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45. Dublin: Visit the city's free museums and galleries
Dublin has five national museums and galleries, all of which have free entrance. These include the National Gallery on Merrion Square, the Museum of Natural History next door, the National Museum of Modern Art in the Royal Hospital, Kilmanham and the Museum of Decorative Arts and History in Collins Barracks.
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46. Prague: Watch the Procession of the 12 Apostles
Every hour from morning until night, hundreds gather at the Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall in the Old Town Square for the 'Procession of the Apostles'. Lasting just a couple of minutes, this 'procession' sees the 12 Apostles nod as they pass over the clock as a bell rings somewhat morbidly. After witnessing it you may wonder what all the fuss is about.
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47. Glasgow: Visit the Gallery of Modern Art
The balcony galleries and larger rooms here are full of interesting and thought-provoking exhibits. As well as renowned international artists, this museum in Royal Exchange Square also showcases works of art by Scottish natives.
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48. Berlin: Get into top museums for free
If you plan on visiting any of Berlin's National Museums, leave your visit until Thursday evenings (after 6pm) when they are all free. There are 16 in total. This includes all the museums on Museumsinsel, the Museum of Decorative Arts in Tiergarten, and the Museum of Indian Art on Taku Str.
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49. Vienna: Visit the 'Stephansdom'
To many, the Stephansdom is Vienna's most instantly recognisable building. Built on the site of a church which dates back to 1144, its most striking features are its gothic spire and tiled roof − it has over 250,000 in total.
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50. Malaga: Catch some rays at the beach!
One of the things Malaga is best known for is its long beaches. The beach at La Malagueta is within walking distance from the city centre and here you can sunbathe, swim, or make good use of the play areas dotted around. It can get pretty crowded here during the summer, with tourists flocking beachward to work on their tans.