Great travel experiences don’t have to come with a hefty price tag.
In fact, some of the coolest and most memorable things you will do on your trip, no matter where you go, can be completely free!
Even with a big budget, there’s reason to check out all the free attractions in the area you’re heading to.
Every place in the world has something awesome and exciting to do for free with a little research. You can explore natural wonders, public monuments, free exhibits, festivals, and much much more.
Plus, each free activity will save you money so you can afford to do the other things you want.
You can splurge on a dream dinner, take a plane tour, or get more souvenirs to bring back home.
But don’t think of it as a compromise!
These free attractions aren’t your regular walk in the park, so you’ll be saving money AND getting to see some of the best and most interesting attractions the world has to offer.
While 5-star hotels, luxury spas, and yacht rentals can definitely be worth the opulent cost (even for travelers who can barely afford them!), a free day at any of the destinations below is sure to leave wonderful memories for many years to come.
And the best thing is, they’re just a tiny taste of the fantastic free attractions you’ll find around the world!
Gardens By The Bay, Singapore
This stunning collection of outdoor gardens and indoor conservatories spans a whopping 101 hectares.
And it’s home to some of the most cutting-edge design and sustainable technology in the world.
A $1 billion government project, the Gardens have undeniably succeeded in becoming one of Singapore’s national icons and bringing the nation once again into the global limelight.
And the best thing is, all of the stunning outdoor gardens can be visited for absolutely free of charge!
That means a vast majority of the 101 hectares can be seen by visitors without paying a single penny.
Only those wishing to see the indoor conservatories are required to buy tickets, which range from around $10 to $30, depending on how many of the conservatories you want to visit.
Pig Beach, Exuma, Bahamas
Almost everyone can enjoy a relaxing day on a beautiful sunny beach, and fortunately most of the world’s beaches (even some of the best!) are free to access and use.
But do you know what can really make a day at the beach even more awesome? Throwing some super friendly and cute swimming pigs into the mix!
You heard right. A small island called Big Major Cay in the Bahamas, nicknamed “Pig Beach” by loving internet fans, is home to a family of 20 adorable feral pigs that love to swim and hang out.
The pigs themselves aren’t natives of the uninhabited island and various myths exist regarding their origins, from catastrophic shipwrecks to hungry pirates.
Whatever their beginnings, the pigs have sustained themselves on the island’s freshwater springs and handouts from passing sailors and tourists.
Visitors to the island will be thrilled to discover that their party has increased in size significantly with the addition of those local pigs, who flock to their new friends for treats and fun.
Gardens of Versailles, France
These 800-hectare gardens, a crucial component of the overall design of Château de Versailles, are one of France’s most visited cultural attractions.
Rich in history as well as beauty, the gardens are free to visitors at all times, with the exception of the fountain areas which require an entry fee when the fountains play.
Though the Palace itself is definitely worth the admission price, a cost-minded traveler can be transported far back into France’s royal past through the Garden’s classically styled and impeccably maintained design.
So get out there and have yourself a free adventure!