Is Flanders Expensive?

Is Flanders expensive to visit?

Flanders is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $136. 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 other cities in the country.

With a few popular places to visit for tourists, Flanders has some popular destinations with a variety of prices. The most expensive is Bruges. If you're looking for a cheaper place, you can visit Ghent.

Ghent, Belgium

How expensive is Flanders?

On average, visitors spend about $136 per day when visiting Flanders (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $273 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 Flanders here.

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

A weekend trip to Flanders costs about $409 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 $818.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Flanders costs around $954 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,908.

Bruges, Belgium

Is it expensive to backpack in Flanders?

Flanders is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 9 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $29 per night on average.

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

• $24 for a dorm bed at St Christopher's Inn - Bauhaus Hostel
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• $28 for a dorm bed at The ASH
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Antwerp

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Flanders?

Activities and things to do in Flanders 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 $17 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $21.

Is food expensive in Flanders?

Food in Flanders can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $42 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $46. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Flanders?

Exploring local transportation in Flanders shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $24 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $19. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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