Which place is cheaper, Strasbourg or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut 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 Beirut 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: Beirut or Strasbourg?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
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 dayBeirut $2.26Strasbourg $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Strasbourg is $148. 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 Beirut and Strasbourg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Strasbourg $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Strasbourg $142
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Strasbourg
Looking for a hotel in Beirut 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.
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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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Strasbourg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Strasbourg $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $82
- Strasbourg Entzheim Airport - Private Transfer from/to Hotels: $79
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $65
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $252
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Strasbourg?
Prices for flights to both Strasbourg and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $0.71Strasbourg $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 hours Cooking lesson: $53
- Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Strasbourg $25
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Lebanon Holiday Tour Package: $250
- 3 Hours ATV Rental Guided Tour in Nature: $130
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $250
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- ATV (2 Seat) Half Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $120
- All in 1 Lebanon Local Multi day Tour, 3 days: $289
- Baalbek Tour: $111
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Group Tour: $95
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Jeita Grotto and Byblos Tour: $170
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
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: $65
- Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $148
- Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
- Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $107
- Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $175
- Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $49
- Alsatian tour, tasting and meal - 100% immersive experience: $60
- Christmas Joy in Strasbourg Walking Tour: $645
- Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $104
- From Half-Day Tour of Alsace Villages: $86
- Full-Day Highlights of the Alsace Tour: from Strasbourg: $178
- Gems of Alsace: Private Full-Day Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Strasbourg $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $103
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
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 picnic basket: $38
- Alsace Half-Day Wine Tour from Strasbourg: $105
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $151
- Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $172
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $549
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Strasbourg, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Strasbourg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Strasbourg?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Beirut 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 Beirut or Strasbourg?
Strasbourg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beirut or Strasbourg in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Strasbourg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Also, many visitors come to Strasbourg in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°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 Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 240 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Strasbourg 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Strasbourg in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Strasbourg. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Strasbourg for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Beirut is much warmer than Strasbourg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Strasbourg fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 101 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in October than Strasbourg. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Strasbourg 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Strasbourg in the Winter?
Both Strasbourg and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut 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, Beirut is much warmer than Strasbourg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Strasbourg averages at about 2°C (35°F).
Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Strasbourg. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Strasbourg 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Strasbourg in the Spring?
Both Strasbourg and Beirut during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the natural beauty are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.
In April, Beirut is generally much warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Strasbourg fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 161 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Strasbourg. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Strasbourg 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Strasbourg and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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