Which place is cheaper, Strasbourg or Addis Ababa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Addis Ababa or Strasbourg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Strasbourg, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Strasbourg?
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and also the nation's largest when ranked by its population of over three million. There are also more than 120 international missions and embassies in Addis Ababa, making the city a hub for international diplomacy concerning Africa. Other draws include its thriving marketplaces, spicy food, and rich coffee.
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAddis Ababa $32Strasbourg $154
The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $32, while the average daily cost in Strasbourg is $154. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Addis Ababa and Strasbourg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAddis Ababa $21Strasbourg $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAddis Ababa $42Strasbourg $148
Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Strasbourg
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Addis Ababa Hotel Prices and Strasbourg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Addis Ababa $3.74Strasbourg $50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa
Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $114
- Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
- Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
- City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $26
- City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $26
- Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
- City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $22
- Addis Shuttles: On-Time & Reliable, Airport Transfers: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $238
- Luxury Car Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport: $90
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $84
- Strasbourg Entzheim Airport - Private Transfer from/to Hotels: $79
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Strasbourg?
Prices for flights to both Strasbourg and Addis Ababa change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAddis Ababa $8.35Strasbourg $49
Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:
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Slice of Cake$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa
For Addis Ababa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
- Mom's cooking class: $60
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
- Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $70
- Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $87
- Ethiopian cooking class: $95
- Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
- Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
- Food tours in Addis Ababa Ethiopia: $103
- Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116
- Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $120
- Private Ethiopian Home Cooking Class in Addis Ababa with Transfer: $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $104
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $111
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Addis Ababa $3.86Strasbourg $26
Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.
- VIP Tour to The Unity Park, National Museum Palaces, Garden, Zoo: $95
- 2 Day Lalibela Tours: $300
- 2 Days Awash National Park Safari Tours: $295
- 2 Days guided Tour in Addis Abeba: $68
- 2-Day Sof Omar Cave and Sheik Hussein Shrine Tour: $450
- 3 Days Meskel Festival Package-Addis Ababa City Tour/Debre Libanos Monastery: $256
- 3 Days Visiting Harar and Dire Dawa Tours: $480
- 4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $85
- 4 Hours Addis Ababa highlights city tour from Bole airport: $75
- 5 Days Visiting Tigray Churches Tours: $1,200
- 9 Days Omo Valley and Danakil Danakil Depression tour: $3,952
- A guided tour of Addis Abeba that includes a city viewpoint: $65
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- That's all Local Strasbourg Tour - Bites and Stories: $73
- 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $66
- Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $151
- Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg: $1,695
- Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $110
- Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $179
- Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $55
- Alsatian tour, tasting and meal - 100% immersive experience: $66
- Christmas Magic: A Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $571
- Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $106
- Degustation and Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $79
- E-bike guided tour of Strasbourg in 2h30: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAddis Ababa $3.19Strasbourg $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Addis Ababa:
- Pub-crawl Tour ( locally crafted beer and wine tasting ): $52
- Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $59
- Pub crawl Addis Ababa: $69
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
- Wine tour, tasting and Christmas meal: $73
- Alsace Half-Day Wine Tour from Strasbourg: $108
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $121
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $123
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $154
- Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $176
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $560
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Strasbourg, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Addis Ababa is in Africa and Strasbourg is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Addis Ababa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Addis Ababa and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg than you might in Addis Ababa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Addis Ababa Expensive? and Is Strasbourg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Strasbourg?
Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Strasbourg, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.