Is Noosa Heads Expensive?

Is Noosa Heads expensive to visit?

Noosa Heads is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $110. If we compare it to the rest of the Pacific, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in the Pacific for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Mount Aspiring National Park and Darwin.

Noosa National Park Coastline

How expensive is Noosa Heads?

For a trip to Noosa Heads, travelers spend on average $110 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for Noosa Heads here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Noosa Heads?

On average, a weekend trip to Noosa Heads costs about $330 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $660.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Noosa Heads?

A one week trip to Noosa Heads costs about $770 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,540.

Is it expensive to backpack in Noosa Heads?

Noosa Heads has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in Noosa Heads?

If you're considering hotel prices in Noosa Heads, you'll find them to be notably more expensive than hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $394. In Noosa Heads, there are about 8 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $525. For a more reasonable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $346 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at $203 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Noosa Heads?

In Noosa Heads, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $40 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $31.

• Bushtucker Cruise: $50
• Relaxing Eco Friendly Electric Picnic Boat Cruise on the Noosa River: $79
• eBike Noosa Sightseeing Tour - New!: $79
• Stand Up Paddle Private Tour: $169
• Noosa Sightseeing Adventure - Ferry Cruise, Ride and Kayak: $112
• Secrets of Noosa Tour with Oceanview Lunch, Nature & Noosa River Ferry: $178
• River Cruise on Historical Vessel: $32
• 1 Hour Self Guided Water Bike Tour of the Noosa River: $33

Is food expensive in Noosa Heads?

In Noosa Heads, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $34 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $34.

• Cooking Classes on Witta Maleny Sunshine Coast: $119

Is transportation expensive in Noosa Heads?

The prices of local transportation in Noosa Heads can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $17 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $30. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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