Cheap and Free Things to Do in Strasbourg, France, Strasbourg, France

Traveling on a budget is easier in some countries and cities than others. France features a mix of affordable towns and expensive cities. Regardless of where you go, it is easy to spend a pretty penny while traveling. If looking to explore Strasbourg on foot and on the cheap, here is the best way to spend your time in Strasbourg.

Walking through the Petite France quarter is like taking a walk through a historic fairy tale. It certainly is the prettiest part in town, and also the most visited with tourists. Shops, cafes, canals and churches, you'll find anything and everything to do. It's an idyllic location to enjoy a latte or a simple French pastry outside of one of the half-timbered homes.

- Must see is this quarter: Tanner's House, Saint Thomas Church, The Covered Bridges and Rue du Bain-aux-Plantes.

Place Kleber is the main central square in Strasbourg. It's a photogenic square that is also an ideal setting for people watching. During the Christmas season, the city erects a 30-meter Christmas tree from the Vosges Mountains in the southwest region of the square. What makes this tree special is that locals leave gifts for the poor. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).