Nijmegen is definitely not a luxury traveler's paradise. It is a deep-rooted historical and cultural city that boasts of a rich legacy, which can be easily enjoyed on a budget. This Nijmegen budget travel guide lists some useful information to help tourists cut their costs and enjoy their holiday in this cultural hotspot.

Choosing a Budget Accommodation

Some hotels which offer low budget accommodation at competitive prices in Nijmegen are Hotel Catharina, which is close to the railway station and city centre; Hotel Belvoir, located close to city centre; Hotel Erica, located 4 km from the heart of the city; and Hotel B&B De Prince, located at the oldest shopping centre above Bagels and Beans. There are many such hotels which offer comfortable rooms with minimal luxury at a low price.

Getting around Nijmegen at a Low Cost

There is no reason to worry if hiring taxi is out of your budget. Nijmegen provides a number of alternate means of travelling within the city. Bicycle lovers have the option of hiring a bicycle to ride around the city. Tourists can also find buses connecting to all parts of the city from the bus stand, which is near the train station. Buying a combined local travel card at the office in the train station can make your travel even cheaper. Some of the historical attractions are located so close to each other that they can be covered on foot.

Low Budget Eateries

Nijmegen, being a city of students, boasts of a number of cheap restaurants in Van Welderenstraat and Kelfkensbos. The city also has a number of fast-food centres like McDonalds, Burger King and other snack bars. Pizzas are available for as cheap as €10. There are a number of restaurants which offer delicious meals at a low cost. Some of them are Van Buren, Ankara, Eten & Drinken and Riva.

Budget Shopping

Nijmegen is one of the best places to shop. You can find a number of shops selling clothes, shoe and antiques along with flea markets selling virtually everything under the sun. Prom dresses, available at a very cheap rate in the local markets, are a good buy. On Mondays and Saturdays, you can visit the street markets in the old town section at Hoogstraat, Grote Markt, Burchtstraat and Augustijnenstraat, where local food items and traditional handicrafts can be picked up for a steal. The markets are open from 10 AM to 5PM.

Appreciation of Nijmegen's art, architecture and fascinating culture is possible even on a modest budget if travelers plan smartly and choose the right destinations for their food, accommodation, sightseeing and shopping.