A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Strasbourg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Strasbourg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Strasbourg. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Amman or Strasbourg?

Amman

Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.

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 Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.


Which place is cheaper, Strasbourg or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Strasbourg is $198. 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 Amman and Strasbourg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Strasbourg $77
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Strasbourg $154
Compare Hotels in Amman and Strasbourg

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Strasbourg? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in 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: Amman Hotel Prices and Strasbourg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Strasbourg $52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
  • Private Transfer from Amman Queen Alia Airport to Hotel in Petra: $253
  • Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
  • Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
  • Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
  • Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
  • From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
  • From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
  • Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
  • Private Transfer from Amman City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $133
  • Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Hotels: $133

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg

Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Strasbourg Airport (SXB) Private Transfer to Strasbourg City: $70
  • Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $108

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Strasbourg?

Prices for flights to both Strasbourg and Amman 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $58
    Strasbourg $88
Typical Food Prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • Tea
    $5.64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Amman by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
  • private cooking with local chef: $40
  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
  • Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
  • The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
  • Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
  • Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg

For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Lebanese Vegetarian Cooking Experience: $64
  • Strasbourg Food Tour - A Taste of Tradition by Do Eat Better: $94
  • Food Tour and Old Town Walk: $101
  • Strasbourg : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
  • Private Food Tour and Wine Experience: $105
  • Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet Tour with tastings: $112
  • Strasbourg Food Tour: Food Lover’s Guided Walk with a Local: $220
  • Strasbourg Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local: $224

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Strasbourg $27

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
  • 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
  • 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
  • 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Amman City Tour Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $195

Tours and Activities in Strasbourg

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.

  • 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $71
  • 3-hour Private Strasbourg Traditional Food Walking Tour: $226
  • 90-minute Strasbourg Sightseeing Tour by Pedicab: $142
  • Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $178
  • Alsace Local Villages Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $89
  • Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $154
  • Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $254
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
  • Degustation and Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $23
  • European Quarter Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $47
  • Explore Strasbourg on a Private Walking Tour: $5.00
  • From Half-Day Tour of Alsace Villages: $87

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Strasbourg $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
  • Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127

Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:

  • Winemaker's aperitif with Wine Tour and Wine Tasting: $18
  • Alsace Wine Tasting in an Intimate Setting: $37
  • Wine tasting in discovery of Alsace wines: $101
  • Wine tour of the Alsace wine route: $114
  • From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $145
  • From a traditional wine tour to Colmar: $145
  • Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $148
  • Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $163
  • Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $192
  • Private Wine Tasting Tour With Personal Driver in Alsace: $294


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Strasbourg, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Amman.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Strasbourg Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Strasbourg?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Amman 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.


When is the best time to visit Amman or Strasbourg?

Strasbourg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Amman or Strasbourg in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Strasbourg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Strasbourg in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Amman is generally a little warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Strasbourg fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Strasbourg this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 240 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Strasbourg 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Amman or Strasbourg in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Strasbourg. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Strasbourg for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Amman is much warmer than Strasbourg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Strasbourg fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 101 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in October than Strasbourg. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Strasbourg 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Amman or Strasbourg in the Winter?

Both Strasbourg and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Strasbourg can be very cold. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Strasbourg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Strasbourg averages at about 2°C (35°F).

Amman usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Strasbourg. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Strasbourg 2°C (35°F)

Should I visit Amman or Strasbourg in the Spring?

Both Strasbourg and Amman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.

In April, Amman is generally much warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Strasbourg fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 161 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in April than Strasbourg. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Strasbourg 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Strasbourg and Amman

Amman Strasbourg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 2°C (35°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 3°C (38°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (67°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 12°C (53°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 3°C (37°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)


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