Weekend Getaways Under €200 from London
Olivia Brown
Mar 15, 2026 · 14 min read
Amsterdam: Culture on a Budget
Flights from London Stansted or Luton start at 25-40 euros return on easyJet, and the Eurostar via Brussels adds a scenic rail option from 40 euros each way if booked early. Stay at The Bulldog Hotel in the Jordaan for 80-100 euros per night, or Generator Amsterdam near Vondelpark for 35-euro dorm beds with a social vibe.
Top three things to do: the Rijksmuseum (22.50 euros, book online to skip the queue), a free walking tour through the canal ring, and the Albert Cuyp street market for Dutch stroopwafels and herring. Sample budget for two nights: flights 35 euros, hotel 90 euros, food and activities 60 euros — total around 185 euros.
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The Eurostar gets you to Brussels in under two hours from 39 euros each way, and budget flights from Luton run as low as 20 euros. Stay at Meininger Hotel near Gare du Midi for 70-85 euros per night — modern rooms in a converted postal building with a great bar.
Top three things to do: the Grand Place light show (free nightly), the Magritte Museum (10 euros), and a self-guided Belgian beer tour through the Saint-Gery quarter where craft pints cost 4-5 euros. Do not miss Fritland for the best frites in town at 3.50 euros. Sample budget: transport 50 euros, hotel 80 euros, food and activities 55 euros — total 185 euros.
Porto: Sun and Wine
Ryanair flies London Stansted to Porto from 20-35 euros return if booked six weeks ahead. Stay at the Gallery Hostel in the Ribeira district for 25-euro private rooms, or Pestana Porto hotel on the riverfront for 90 euros with breakfast included.
Top three things to do: a port wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia (free at most cellars with purchase), the Clerigos Tower climb for city panoramas (8 euros), and a walk across the iconic Dom Luis I bridge at sunset. Eat at Cafe Santiago for a francesinha — Porto's legendary cheese-covered sandwich — for 12 euros. Sample budget: flights 30 euros, hotel 60 euros, food and activities 50 euros — total 140 euros.
Bruges: A Medieval Fairy Tale
Eurostar to Brussels plus a 60-minute train to Bruges totals around 50-65 euros each way, or take the bus from London Victoria for as low as 20 euros return via FlixBus. Stay at Hotel Fevery near the Markt square for 85-95 euros — a family-run gem with canal views and free parking.
Top three things to do: climb the 366 steps of the Belfry tower for sweeping views over medieval rooftops (14 euros), take a canal boat tour (12 euros), and visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood (free, donations welcome). Indulge in Belgian chocolate at The Chocolate Line where master chocolatier Dominique Persoone creates wild flavors. Sample budget: transport 45 euros, hotel 90 euros, food and activities 55 euros — total 190 euros.
Lisbon: Atlantic Warmth Year-Round
Wizz Air and Ryanair both serve Lisbon from London with fares starting at 25-45 euros return. Stay at Lisbon Destination Hostel inside Rossio Station for 30-euro private rooms with incredible rooftop views, or Living Lounge Hostel in Chiado for 35 euros.
Top three things to do: ride Tram 28 through the Alfama district (3.50 euros with a Viva Viagem card), explore the Time Out Market food hall where dishes start at 6 euros, and watch sunset from the Miradouro da Graca overlook (free). Pasteis de nata at Manteigaria cost 1.30 euros each and rival the famous Belem bakery without the queue. Sample budget: flights 35 euros, hostel 65 euros, food and activities 50 euros — total 150 euros.
Krakow: Best Value in Europe
Wizz Air dominates the London-Krakow route with fares as low as 15-25 euros return from Luton. Stay at Greg and Tom Hostel for 20-euro private rooms, or Hotel Wielopole in the Old Town for 55-65 euros per night with breakfast.
Top three things to do: the free walking tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle area (tip-based), the Wieliczka Salt Mine (30 euros including transport, and absolutely worth it), and the Kazimierz Jewish Quarter for craft cocktail bars where drinks cost 4-5 euros. Eat at Zapiekanka stands in Plac Nowy for Poland's legendary baguette-style pizza at 2-3 euros. Sample budget: flights 20 euros, hotel 55 euros, food and activities 40 euros — total 115 euros, the cheapest weekend on this list.
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