Is Linz Expensive?

Is Linz expensive to visit?

Linz is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $124. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Graz and Villach.



Linz, Austria

How expensive is Linz?

On average, visitors spend about $124 per day when visiting Linz (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $247 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Linz here.

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

A weekend trip to Linz costs about $371 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 weekend trip costs $742.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Linz costs around $865 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,730.

Is it expensive to backpack in Linz?

While Linz attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Linz is $42 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $42 and the most expensive rooms cost around $42. (See hostel prices in Linz here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Linz.

  • $42 for a dorm bed at Jugendgaestehaus Linz

Are hotels expensive in Linz?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Linz, it becomes apparent that they are very affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $89 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately [5_STAR_COUNT] five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $98 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $62 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Linz
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
4 stars 12 $96
3 stars 19 $98
2 stars 9 $62
1 star 3 $59
No rating 4 $94

Landwiedstrasse 69, Linz
Overall Rating 8.6
Hessenplatz 18, Linz
Overall Rating 8.6

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Linz?

Activities and things to do in Linz can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $15 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $24.

    • Linz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $277
    • Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $204
    • Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $213
    • Literature in Linz: Adalbert Stifter Institute Private Tour : $213
    • Private Linz Walking Tour for Couples: $217
    • Linz: Churches & Old Town Private Guided Tour: $221
    • Linz: Pöstlingberg and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $223
    • Linz Old Town Private Walking Tour and Cruise: $234

    Is food expensive in Linz?

    Food in Linz can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $34 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $41. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    Is transportation expensive in Linz?

    The prices of local transportation in Linz can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $45 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $27. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

    More for Linz

    If you're planning a trip to Linz, Austria, check out these other informative travel guides.



    We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.



    If you want to share the information, here's how. down-arrow
    • You are welcome to reference or display our travel costs on your website as long as you provide a link back to this page.
    • For a basic link, you can copy and paste the HTML link code, or this page's address.