20 Best June 2024 Europe destinations from cheapest to most expensive

• May 30 – Feast of Corpus Christi: A major celebration in most Catholic countries (Italy, Spain etc)
• June 2 – Republic Day in Italy (public holiday)

A featured we’ve just are using again in 2024 is ranking these great European cities from cheapest to most expensive, which should help you choose places that fit your budget more easily. We are using our own Backpacker Index, which ranks cities around the world based on the cost of a hostel dorm bed, 3 budget meals, 3 drinks, 1 popular attraction, and 2 public transportation rides each day. Check our full Europe Backpacker Index for 2024 for more details.

While it’s true that most of the cities in the middle of the list below are clustered closely together, you might not have guessed that those things only cost around US$48 per day in Budapest, Hungary and over US$125 in Venice, Italy. This way you can easily choose cheaper cities if you don’t have a big budget, or scroll to the bottom to see the most expensive places, which are some of the most famous ones.

1 – Krakow, Poland (cheapest)

• June avg high: 72F/22C
• June avg low: 57F/14C
• June avg precip: 3.3″/8.3cm

Krakow highlights

• Gorgeous historic old town zone surrounded by a lovely park
• Wawel Castle
• Great food and hotels that can be amazingly cheap for Europe
• Lively nightlife and culture
• The easy day trip to Auschwitz is unforgettable

Even in 2024, Krakow continues to be an excellent bargain, but it’s also a lovely city that would be worth a visit even if prices were double. The historic center is ringed by a pleasant park, with almost no car traffic at all, so it’s a lovely place to spend a warm summer evening.

Hotels in Krakow are also excellent value, so you can probably afford something nicer and more central than you would in other cities on this list. The main challenge is that Krakow is a bit remote unless you are on a tour of eastern Europe, but it’s definitely worth the flight, or train or bus ride if you are in the area.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €54 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €62 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €15 per person

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Krakow Backpacker Index for 2024: US$47.19

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2 – Budapest, Hungary

• June avg high: 76F/24C
• June avg low: 57F/14C
• June avg precip: 2.7″/6.8cm

Budapest highlights

• Parliament building overlooking the Danube (On every postcard)
• Some of Europe’s best architecture fitting of a grand historic capital
• Very cheap food and drinks (outside of the main tourist zone)
• Natural hot spring public baths right in the city that are easy and cheap to visit
• “Ruin pubs” set in courtyards of old apartment buildings (a surprising treat!)

Budapest has a lot in common with Prague (above), and the cities are actually similar enough that you can almost use a map of one to find your way around the other. The good news is that Budapest has yet to catch on in the way that Prague has, so the crowds don’t feel as out of control here.

More good news is that Budapest is cheaper than Prague, especially if you choose a hotel and restaurants that are not directly in the tourist zones right along the river. The June weather is pretty much perfect, so it’s an ideal time to visit this whole part of Europe.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €55 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €73 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €20 per person

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Budapest Backpacker Index for 2024: US$48.70

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3 – Istanbul, Turkey

• June avg high: 79F/26C
• June avg low: 61F/16C
• June avg precip: 1.0″/2.5cm

Istanbul highlights

• Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, which are next to each other
• Grand Bazaar and excellent shopping
• Topkapi Palace
• Great food at very reasonable prices
• Bargain hotels in very good locations

The weather in Istanbul in June is wonderful and almost totally dry, but by the time July rolls in this place can get steamy and uncomfortable. Istanbul has become quite cheap again due to a lowering currency and some visitors staying away after there had been demonstrations against the government in recent years. The result is that it’s an incredible bargain, with hotel rates about half of what they were a few years ago. Turkey has been battling high inflation for a few years now, but fortunately the currency has been dropping even faster so Turkey is one of the best travel bargains in the world these days.

Since Istanbul isn’t close to any other major European tourist destinations, most people visit it at the beginning and/or end of a visit to Turkey itself. The good news is that everywhere else in the country is even cheaper, so you can afford to really live it up and stay on your budget. Consider Cappadocia as the best next stop, and Antalya after that.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €30 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €36 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €11 per person

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Istanbul Backpacker Index for 2024: US$66.01

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4 – Athens, Greece

• June avg high: 88F/31C
• June avg low: 65F/18C
• June avg precip: 0.4″/1.0cm

Athens highlights

• The Acropolis hill topped by the Parthenon ruins
• Acropolis Museum (New and impressive)
• Great food and drinks at reasonable prices, largely outdoor
• Syntagma Square and its quirky ceremonies
• Easy ride to Piraeus port and ferries to countless Greek islands

The daytime temperatures in Athens start to get pretty hot late in June, but still this is a good month to beat the crowds who flock to Athens and the popular islands for weeks at a time in July and August. You might think about the same thing in order to take advantage of more reasonable hotel prices than in the peak months.

Three days in Athens is enough to see the main sights, and then you can head to the port of Piraeus or the airport to jet off to the island of your choices. Santorini, Mykonos, or Rhodes are the most popular and can be reached by ferry or air.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €54 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €74 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €19 per person

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Athens Backpacker Index for 2024: US$74.95

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5 – Prague, Czech Republic

• June avg high: 72F/22C
• June avg low: 54F/12C
• June avg precip: 2.9″/7.3cm

Prague highlights

• Prague Castle complex, which is one of Europe’s largest and easiest to tour
• Charles Bridge and Old Town Square with famous clock
• Eastern Europe’s most interesting architecture that survived WWII
• Hearty food at great prices (if you avoid tourist zones)
• Arguably the world’s best beer that can also be very cheap (if you avoid the tourist zones)

We debated whether to include Prague on this list of European cities to visit in June. The weather is very nice, of course, but the crowds even in spring and fall can be shocking. In June you will be surrounded by fellow tourists to the point of frustration. Still, Prague is a gorgeous and interesting city, and skipping it is not an option.

Hotel prices in Prague have become fairly high, but there are many apartments available, including many that appear alongside hotel listings rather than just on Airbnb. You can save quite a bit of money by staying a bit away from the historic center, and the public transportation system is efficient and cheap so you won’t waste a lot of time or money going back and forth. With 2 or 3 more days in you should consider a side trip to the wonderful small town of Cesky Krumlov, which is 3 hours away on a scenic bus ride or train.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €57 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €63 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €21 per person

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Prague Backpacker Index for 2024: US$76.73

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6 – Lisbon, Portugal

• June avg high: 77F/25C
• June avg low: 61F/16C
• June avg precip: 0.7″/1.8cm

Lisbon highlights

• Castles, towers, and cathedrals, all in the gorgeous historic center
• Tram 28, which connects many of Lisbon’s tourist sights for €3
• Elevador de Santa Justa – the famous outdoor elevator in the middle of town
• Great food at great prices
• Fado (local folk music) shows to go along with great meals

If you are visiting Barcelona and Madrid (see above), you should also consider a June visit to Lisbon, which has perhaps the nicest climate in all of continental Europe. The June weather is pretty much perfect, and still Lisbon doesn’t get the huge crowds that you’ll find in Barcelona or even Prague.

You can take an overnight train from Madrid to Lisbon, but a flight is a better option for most people. Hotel prices and everything else are a bit lower here than in the largest Spanish cities, which is another reason Lisbon should be on your list. This city is also very different from those other two, so you don’t feel like you’ve been here already after Spain.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €68 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €94 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €18 per person

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Lisbon Backpacker Index for 2024: US$77.09

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7 – Madrid, Spain

• June avg high: 80F/27C
• June avg low: 59F/15C
• June avg precip: 1.0″/2.5cm

Madrid highlights

• Experience a wide range of Spanish cultural highlights in one place
• Royal Palace complex
• Prado Museum, one of the world’s best art museums and a gorgeous building
• Tapas bars, where you get free snacks with each drink ordered
• Excellent nightlife that draws people from all over Europe and the world

If you are visiting Barcelona (see above) then you should also visit Madrid on the same trip. They are connected by a high-speed train that takes only 3 hours, which is also fairly cheap if you book at least a month or so in advance. Each city is very different from the other, and they barely feel like they are in the same country.

Madrid is the capital and it has more of a formal, big-city feel to it, but it’s also got excellent dining and nightlife districts through the whole city center. This is tapas country, so you can spend a fun evening going for tapas bar to tapas bar, having a drink and a few small bites at each place.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €54 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €67 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €14 per person

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Madrid Backpacker Index for 2024: US$82.51

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8 – Berlin, Germany

• June avg high: 71F/22C
• June avg low: 54F/12C
• June avg precip: 2.7″/6.8cm

Berlin highlights

• Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall attractions
• Berlin Cathedral and Reichstag building
• Museum Island
• Europe’s most eclectic and interesting nightlife
• Cheap food, drinks, and hotels for a big European city

The crowds in Berlin start to get very large in June, but the lovely weather makes up for it. This is another city with a lot of outdoor space, and a sightseeing cruise on the Spree River is especially pleasant on a warm afternoon or evening. Berlin also has a famous nightlife scene with more creative outlets than in any other city in Europe by some measures.

Another wonderful thing about Berlin is that it’s Germany’s least expensive large city, even though it’s the most popular. There were so many unused and underused buildings after the Berlin Wall fell, that rents are still fairly low and bargains are pretty easy to find for anyone who looks. Hotels here are also bargains compared to most other cities on this list. The former East Berlin is much more edgy and interesting than the former West Berlin, while the former West tends to be more posh hotels and shopping centers.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €88 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €88 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €19 per person

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Berlin Backpacker Index for 2024: US$82.67

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9 – Nice, France

• June avg high: 75F/24C
• June avg low: 62F/17C
• June avg precip: 1.5″/3.8cm

Nice highlights

• Experience the French Riviera in an affordable place
• Promenade des Anglais (beachfront walkway)
• Vieille Ville (Old city)
• Musée Marc Chagall
• Daily farmer’s market with great street food

Nice begins to get crowded in June, but not nearly as crowded as it’ll get in July and August, when it feels like half of France is in this region to soak up a bit of sun. This is arguably the second best stop in France for first-time visitors, as it provides a look at the decadent French Riviera life, yet Nice itself is fairly affordable.

The beach in Nice is popular even though there is gravel where the sand should be. To experience a sandy beach you can take a 20-minute train ride to Cannes, which is quite different from Nice. A 20-minute train ride in the other direction takes you to Monaco, which is the most photogenic part of the entire Côte d’Azur. If you are thinking about doing these highly recommended day trips by train it can be wise to stay near the train station in Nice to cut down on travel time.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €82 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €86 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €20 per person

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Nice Backpacker Index for 2024: US$88.02

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10 – Florence, Italy

• June avg high: 81F/27C
• June avg low: 59F/15C
• June avg precip: 2.2″/5.5cm

Florence highlights

• Florence Cathedral and city hall
• Ponte Vecchio bridge
• Uffizi Gallery and other museums
• Capital of Tuscany and Tuscan food
• Great and affordable wines!

Just as with Rome, June in Florence is a peak month for visitors, but it’s still not so bad that you should avoid it if you are thinking about visiting Italy in summer. Florence is a top-rate destination on its own, but it’s also an ideal base for day-trips within central Italy. You can visit Pisa or Siena by a short train ride, and the Cinque Terre is a popular day trip as well.

Hotels in Florence are a bit cheaper than in Rome and quite a bit cheaper than Venice, which helps make it a good place to slow down on your Italy trip. This is the capital of Tuscany and the food is another famous attraction that you’ll want to focus on. If you are thinking about doing some of the highly recommended day trips from Florence it could be wise to book a hotel within a fairly short walk of the train station. It’s not a bad area and it’s also close to the famous Florence cathedral.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €119 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €139 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €21 per person

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Florence Backpacker Index for 2024: US$97.32

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11 – Barcelona, Spain

• June avg high: 76F/24C
• June avg low: 60F/16C
• June avg precip: 1.7″/4.3cm

Barcelona highlights

• Sagrada Familia cathedral and many other Gaudi architectural examples
• La Rambla pedestrian walk to the harbor
• Sandy beaches actually located within the city
• Marina area with great food, shopping, and activities
• Nightlife that is world-class

Barcelona has become so crowded all year with tourists that June is just another busy month. But people are flocking here for good reasons, and the warm June days will make it even more magical if this is your first visit. The architecture is the main draw of Barcelona, and it’s unlike any other city in Spain, much less the world. Since so many of the amazing sights deal with external architecture, the hop-on, hop-off bus tour here is one of the best ways of seeing those sights efficiently.

Being on the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona actually has beaches right in the city. There are so many interesting sights here that spending a day on the sand might seem like a waste, but at least it’s an interesting option in June. Hotels here have become quite expensive, but hostel beds are still reasonable.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €67 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €75 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €16 per person

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Barcelona Backpacker Index for 2024: US$98.57

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12 – Copenhagen, Denmark

• June avg high: 66F/19C
• June avg low: 52F/11C
• June avg precip: 1.8″/4.5cm

Copenhagen highlights

• Tivoli Gardens
• One of Europe’s most beautiful skylines with copper roofs
• Christiansborg Palace
• Strøget pedestrian shopping street
• Christiania experimental commune

June is a perfect time of year to visit the capitals of Scandinavia, with decent weather, days that seem to last forever, and still a bit before the tourist peak in July and August when many Europeans also visit. Copenhagen is a gorgeous city with a skyline dominated by copper domes and rooftops, and its citizens are famously gorgeous as well. Seriously, you’ll notice it yourself after only a few hours walking around the city center.

Copenhagen is one of Europe’s most expensive cities, so it can be rough on anyone on a backpacker budget. Even hostel beds are pricey, and drink prices are high enough to make you consider quitting. Still, if you plan well and space out your splurges a bit, Copenhagen can be affordable and very worthwhile.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €85 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €108 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €29 per person

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Copenhagen Backpacker Index for 2024: US$101.32

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13 – Stockholm, Sweden

• June avg high: 69F/21C
• June avg low: 52F/11C
• June avg precip: 1.8″/4.5cm

Stockholm highlights

• Another amazingly beautiful city with copper rooftops
• Gamla Stan historic district
• Vasa Museum with actual ship
• ABBA Museum
• Östermalm – fashionable shopping district

Stockholm and Copenhagen (above) have many things in common, including exceptionally attractive locals, but there are enough differences that it’s worth visiting both if you are in the area. Stockholm is set on a cluster of islands, so you get lovely bridges and serene water as part of many views as you wander from island to island.

Being even farther north than Copenhagen, the June days last even longer and the evenings are something to experience. It’s still a bit light as midnight approaches, so the nightlife scene feels unique and more interesting this time of year. Stockholm is also very expensive, but also worthwhile if you can afford to get here.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €109 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €121 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €31 per person

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Stockholm Backpacker Index for 2024: US$104.73

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14 – Reykjavik, Iceland

• June avg high: 53F/12C
• June avg low: 44F/7C
• June avg precip: 2.0″/5.0cm

Reykjavik highlights

• Charming downtown for one day and night
• Rent a car and do the Ring Road in 7 days
• Amazing attractions along Iceland’s southern coast
• Northern Lights tours in winter
• The Blue Lagoon near the airport is actually super cool

The city of Reykjavik is actually one of the least interesting parts of Iceland, so this entry is really for Iceland itself. As you can see above, it’s still quite chilly in Iceland, even in June, because it’s just south of the Arctic Circle. But the good news is that June is warm enough to really enjoy all of the outdoor sights, and the sun barely sets at night before climbing back up into the sky.

Spending a day or two in Reykjavik is worthwhile, but really Iceland is all about the natural sights. If you’ve got a week to spare and enough money to rent a car, a trip around Iceland’s Ring Road will probably be your favorite vacation experience of your life. If you have less than a week it’s still worth renting a car to at least see the major sights along the southern coast in a few days. As you may have heard, tourism to Iceland is booming these days so it’s important to book flights and hotels as early as you can for the best prices.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €153 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €202 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €43 per person

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Reykjavik Backpacker Index for 2024: US$116.74

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15 – Amsterdam, Netherlands

• June avg high: 66F/19C
• June avg low: 52F/11C
• June avg precip: 2.4″/6.0cm

Amsterdam highlights

• Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum
• Reichsmuseum, Rembrandt House
• Heineken Experience
• Stunning historic center with gorgeous 16th century buildings
• Nearly car-free nightlife and restaurant areas

Amsterdam has a climate similar to London in that it’s usually chilly and gray, but at least in June you get many warm and sunny days, and the sun doesn’t set until very late. This is one of those cities that you just have to visit at some point in your life, so doing it in June makes a lot of sense.

This city is busy all summer so July and August aren’t really much worse, but still June is a little nicer and slightly less crowded. Find a seat along the side streets just off Leidseplein and enjoy the pleasant evening temperatures as well as the scenery. Hotels here are very expensive, but still it’s better to stay near the center rather than try to save with a remote location where you spend an hour each day going back and forth. A new hotel tax in 2020 has pushed the price of beds up even more, though you’ll still be happy you visited in the end.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €117 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €149 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €38 per person

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Amsterdam Backpacker Index for 2024: US$121.87

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16 – Paris, France

• June avg high: 74F/23C
• June avg low: 58F/14C
• June avg precip: 2.1″/5.3cm

Paris highlights

• Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe
• Louvre and Orsay Museum
• Seine river cruise at sunset
• Hop-on, hop-off double-decker bus tour (seriously amazing!)
• Probably the best food in the world, and wine as well

June in Paris is one of the most crowded months for tourists, but that doesn’t mean you should skip it on a European trip if you haven’t been here before. Paris is, quite simply, one of the world’s most beautiful and interesting cities, and the long days and warm temperatures of June make it even more appealing.

Paris has quite a few outdoor attractions including the gardens of Versailles and of course the Eiffel Tower, so June is an ideal month to visit for the best conditions and longest daylight hours to enjoy all of that. Don’t forget to spend at least one evening visiting the Sacré-Cœur Basilica perched on top of Montmartre for an unforgettable night and views. The hop-on, hop-off bus tours in Paris are excellent, especially on your first full morning in town. They take you past almost every major tourist site in the city in three hours, and after that you’ll know where everything is and how to get back there for a better look.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €111 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €147 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €29 per person

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Paris Backpacker Index for 2024: US$123.52

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17 – Rome, Italy

• June avg high: 78F/26C
• June avg low: 60F/16C
• June avg precip: 0.6″/1.5cm

Rome highlights

• Colosseum, Ancient Rome, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps etc
• Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica
• Stunning architecture that delights at every turn
• Great place to sample Italian styles from all over the country
• Coffee and wine bars that are cheap and fun

June is actually one of the peak months for travel to Rome, but the weather is mostly very warm and sunny and the days are long, so it’s still worth joining the herd if you are going to be in or near Italy. Rome is certainly one of the world’s greatest tourist cities, although it is also somewhat chaotic and hectic, so staying only 3 nights or so is advisable. Plan on half a day in the Vatican Museum and seeing St. Peter’s and another half a day touring Ancient Rome including the Coliseum.

Most people who visit Rome will also visit Florence and Venice, which are both listed just below. But if you have more than a week on your Italy visit you might also consider adding Sorrento, which is a bit south of Naples and it’s the ideal base for a day-trip to Naples as well as Pompeii, the island of Capri, and the Amalfi Coast. Here is how to plan a first-time itinerary for Italy in 3 days to two weeks.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €112 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €120 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €22 per person

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Rome Backpacker Index for 2024: US$125.44

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18 – Venice, Italy

• June avg high: 77F/25C
• June avg low: 61F/16C
• June avg precip: 3.0″/7.5cm

Venice highlights

• St. Marks Square and Cathedral
• Rialto Bridge
• Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs
• Gondola ride or other boat rides on canals
• Sidewalks and passageways in the morning and evening when they aren’t crowded

Venice is an absolutely incredible city that everyone should see at least once in their life. But it’s also insanely crowded pretty much all year round, and June is one of the busiest months. Still, it’s worth a stop of 24 hours or so, as you can’t see anything like this anywhere else in the world.

Hotel prices in Venice are fairly expensive, especially if you want to stay on the main island itself. That said, it’s worth staying a night or two on the main island because the city is small enough to see in about 24 hours, and the crowds are much lighter early in the morning and in the evening, when the day-trip crowds are in their mainland hotels or on their buses to the next stop and the cruise passengers are back on board.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €117 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €181 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €28 per person

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Venice Backpacker Index for 2024: US$125.97

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19 – Interlaken, Switzerland

• June avg high: 71F/22C
• June avg low: 52F/11C
• June avg precip: 5.4″/13.5cm

Interlaken highlights

• Gateway to the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the most beautiful place in Europe
• Cable cars and hikes
• Jungraujoch railway and Schilthorn cable car
• Skiing in winter and adventure sports the rest of the year
• Gimmelwald and other tiny villages in the Lauterbrunnen Valley

Switzerland is extremely popular with tourists, in spite of the fact that very few people know where they should go until they’ve done quite a bit of research. That’s the main reason I wrote an article called where to go in Switzerland on a short visit. Interlaken is Switzerland’s outdoor and adventure sports capital with skiing in the winter and everything else the rest of the year. The short version is that you should try to spend at least two nights in one of the villages of the Lauterbrunnen Valley, which is only 15 minutes by train from Interlaken. It’s probably the most scenic single area in Europe, with Schilthorn on one side and Jungfrau on the other side of the valley.

The June temperatures are comfortable, although it’s still chilly in the mountain villages. The summer is actually the wettest time of the year in this part of Europe, so it’s best to keep your plans loose and schedule things like the Schilthorn cable car or the Jungfraujoch after you are in the area and know that it’s going to be dry. Consider getting a Swiss Travel Pass if you want to take some expensive train rides and mountaintop adventures.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from €222 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from €277 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from €41 per person

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Interlaken Backpacker Index for 2024: US$127.72

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20 – London, England

• June avg high: 69F/21C
• June avg low: 53F/12C
• June avg precip: 2.0″/5.0cm

London highlights

• Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey etc
• Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral
• Oxford Street shopping
• Camden Markets and Portobello Road market
• Neighborhood pubs and surprisingly good international cuisine

No one plans a trip to London to enjoy the weather, as it’s famously chilly and gray most of the year. That said, June is obviously one of the nicer months, so it makes battling the crowds worthwhile if you haven’t been here before. June is a good month to enjoy many of the outdoor attractions such as a sightseeing cruise on the Thames or one of the many parks. The sun doesn’t set until after 10pm in June in London, which is kind of a fun novelty by itself.

The British Pound is still way down in the years following the initial Brexit vote, and in 2024 it’s going to be a pretty good bargain compared to recent history. Hotels and attractions in London have had shockingly high prices for a long time, yet with a weakened Pound they much closer to normal again.

• Good 3-star hotels in June from £94 for two people
• Good 4-star hotels in June from £117 for two people
• Hostel dorm beds in June from £23 per person

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London Backpacker Index for 2024: US$131.73