Should you visit Dublin or Lyon?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Lyon, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Dublin
Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.
Lyon
Lyon, located within the region of Southeastern France, is France's third largest city in terms of population, with just over 500,000 inhabitants. This makes the city large, yet still small and personable enough to be explored properly in a short visit. Known as the gastronomic capital of Europe, your culinary needs are exceptionally well catered to here, and for those with historical and cultural interests, you will never be at a loss for new things to do and see.
Which city is cheaper, Lyon or Dublin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €112, while the average daily cost in Lyon is €100. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Dublin and Lyon in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Dublin is about €106 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
A hotel room in Lyon is about €84 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
Food in Dublin costs travelers about €39 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
On average, meal and food prices in Lyon cost around €33 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €13.
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Food
Meals for one day
Dublin €39
Lyon €33
Typical Food prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dublin.
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Skip the Line:Traditional Irish Night Show Ticket in Dublin with 3-Course Dinner:
$37
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Irish Craic & Cuisine (Cooking Class & Dinner):
$68
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Local Food Tour:
$75
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Private Cooking Class in a Modern Home with Sea Views in Skerries, Dublin:
$77
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Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket:
$77
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Howth Craft Beer and Seafood Tour for private groups:
$87
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Private Tour: Secret Food Tours Dublin:
$95
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Christmas Finger Food & Canapé Cooking Class in Dublin City Center:
$106
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Learn to Make Your Own Sushi - 2.5 hour Cooking Class:
$106
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Authentic Dinner Experience with Local Chef:
$108
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Private Dublin Walking Food Tour with a Local Food Historian:
$180
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Dublin Secret Food Tour w/ Private Tour Option:
$206
Typical Food prices in Lyon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lyon are as follows:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lyon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lyon.
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Lyon 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise:
$67
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Presqu'île Food Tour with a Local Guide:
$68
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Lyon Old Town Walking Guided Food Tour:
$68
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Half-Day Gourmet Food Tour with Tastings:
$78
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Lyon Old Town Half-Day Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch:
$93
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Old Town Food Tour:
$102
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Secret Food Tour:
$107
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Lyon Old Town Five Tasting Stops Walking Food Tour with Lunch:
$108
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Lyon Quais Saint Antoine Private Gastronomic Food Tour:
$111
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Private Tour: Secret Food Tours Lyon:
$137
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Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse Food Tour:
$217
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Food tour in Lyon:
$258
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Dublin is €14 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The average price of local transportation around Lyon is €14 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Dublin:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:
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Ultra - Dublin Private Airport Transfer from Dublin Airport DUB to Cruise Port:
$8.71
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Ultra - Dublin Private Airport Transfer from Cruise Port to Dublin Airport DUB:
$8.71
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Ultra - Dublin Private Airport Transfer from City Centre to Dublin Airport DUB:
$9.41
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Ultra - Dublin Private Airport Transfer from Dublin Airport DUB to City Centre:
$9.41
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From Luxury Transfers to Kildare Village:
$13
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Private Airport Transfer from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Center:
$28
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Private Departure Airport transfer from Dublin City To Dublin Airport:
$30
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Private Airport Transfer: from Dublin to Dublin Airport (DUB):
$36
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Private Departure Transfer from Dublin City Center to Dublin Airport (DUB):
$36
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Private Arrival Transfer from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Dublin City Center:
$36
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From Cuilcagh Mountain Park with Shuttle Transfer:
$36
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From Cliffs of Moher Hike and Transfers by Bus:
$40
Typical Local Transportation prices in Lyon
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Lyon:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lyon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lyon:
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Airport Lyon - private VIP transfer to Megève on Mercedes V-class:
$649
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Airport Lyon - private VIP transfer to Morzine on Mercedes V-class:
$683
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Airport Lyon - private VIP transfer to Tignes on Mercedes V-class:
$683
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Airport Lyon - private VIP transfer to Val-d Isere on Mercedes V-class:
$702
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Departure Private Transfer Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS by Business Car:
$66
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Departure Private Transfer Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS by Luxury Van:
$87
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Departure Private Transfers from Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Business Car:
$95
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Departure Private Transfers from Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Luxury Van:
$103
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Grenoble-Isère Airport to Lyon City - One Way:
$284
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Lyon City - One Way:
$124
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Lyon-Bron Airport to Lyon City - One Way:
$65
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Lyon Airport Transfers : Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Business Car:
$98
Entertainment
Dublin's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €20 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Lyon's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €16 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Typical Entertainment prices in Dublin
Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Wild Wicklow Tour
€26
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Guinness Brewery for Two
€27
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St Pauls Cathedral
€4.50
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Dublin Writer's Museum
€6.30
Tours and Activities in Dublin
Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Christ Church Cathedral Tour:
$8.17
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Skip the Line: Dublin Christ Church Cathedral Admission Ticket:
$9.33
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St Stephen's Green Park Walking Tour:
$12
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Self-Guided City Experience:
$12
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Dublin Rogues Tour is a walking tour in Merrion Square Park:
$12
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2-Hour History of Dublin Walking Tour:
$13
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Jeanie Johnston Tallship Emigrant Experience:
$13
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Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket:
$13
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Aviva Stadium 1-Hour Guided Tour:
$13
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Virtual Dublin History, Culture & Craic Tour:
$15
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Dublin Beer Tour with a Spanish Tour Guide:
$15
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General Post Office 2–Hour Tumultuous History Tour:
$15
Typical Entertainment prices in Lyon
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lyon are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Lyon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lyon are as follows:
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Lyon City Historic Neighborhoods Guided Walking Tour (English):
$3.82
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Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English):
$3.82
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Private Lyon Ghost Tour: Haunted City Center Exploration Game:
$8.70
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1-Hour City Tram Audio-Guided Tour:
$9.22
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Lyon Croix-Rousse City Tram Tour with Audio Guide:
$11
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Haunted Lyon City Exploration Game & Tour:
$11
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Lyon Museum of Cinema Miniature Admission Ticket:
$12
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Storytelling Tour of Croix-Rousse:
$15
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Guided Sightseeing Cruise:
$15
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1-Hour Discovery Tour by Boat:
$17
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Ticket to Mini World Lyon Museum:
$17
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Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour:
$22
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Dublin may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €14 per day on alcoholic beverages.
The average person spends about €19 on alcoholic beverages in Lyon per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin
Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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The Backpacker Pub Crawl:
$15
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New Pub Crawl:
$15
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Dublin Literary Pub Crawl:
$19
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Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour and Tastings:
$25
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Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour and Tasting:
$25
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Jameson Distillery Guided Tour with Whiskey Tasting:
$31
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Whiskey Distillery Tour and Cocktail Workshop in Dublin:
$87
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Lonely Planet Experiences: Private Whiskey Distillery Excursion:
$541
Typical Alcohol prices in Lyon
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Lyon from other travelers:
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Drinks for 2
€6.80
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Bottle of Wine
€15
Sample the Local Flavors in Lyon
Also in Lyon, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Beaujolais Segway Tour With Wine Tasting:
$52
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Golden Stones Beaujolais Wine Tasting Trip from Lyon:
$101
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Half-Day Vienne & Côte-Rotie Wine Tasting Tour:
$101
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Half-Day Beaujolais Wine Tour from Lyon:
$101
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Northern Rhône Valley Cheese & Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Lyon:
$111
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Lyon Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour including a Bouchon Lyonnais:
$112
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The Original Syrah Wine Tour - Afternoon - Small Group Tour from Lyon:
$114
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The Original Syrah Wine Tour - Morning - Small Group Tours from Lyon:
$114
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Beaujolais Gourmet Wine Tour with Tastings from Lyon:
$123
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Macon & Beaujolais Wine Tour - Full Day - Small Group Tour from Lyon:
$147
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Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour - Full Day - Small Group Tour from Lyon:
$153
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Beaujolais Region Vineyard Day Tour with Wine Tasting from Lyon:
$160
When comparing the travel costs between Dublin and Lyon, we can see that Dublin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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