Which place is cheaper, Strasbourg or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Strasbourg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem 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: Jerusalem or Strasbourg?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
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 Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, 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 dayJerusalem $108Strasbourg $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, 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 Jerusalem and Strasbourg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Strasbourg $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Strasbourg $142
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Strasbourg
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Strasbourg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Strasbourg $48
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.17
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $215
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $65
- Strasbourg Entzheim Airport - Private Transfer from/to Hotels: $79
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $82
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $252
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Strasbourg?
Prices for flights to both Strasbourg and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $32Strasbourg $47
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.69
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Watermelon$4.04
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.69
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Bagels$8.07
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Lunch for 2$15
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Snacks$5.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
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.Jerusalem $8.55Strasbourg $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$34
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $505
- Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Best of Jerusalem Day Tour from Jerusalem: $102
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $147
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- Strasbourg : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.14
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.40
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.00
- Strasbourg сity tour: audioguide in your smartphone: $7.53
- Strasbourg's Cobblestones & Cathedrals: An Audio Tour: $7.99
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt City Tour: $8.07
- Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $9.94
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Guided Tours of Strasbourg Cathedral: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Strasbourg $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.84
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 Jerusalem and Strasbourg, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Jerusalem much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Strasbourg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Strasbourg?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem or Strasbourg?
Strasbourg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Strasbourg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Strasbourg. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the family-friendly experiences.
Jerusalem is a little warmer than Strasbourg in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Strasbourg fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Strasbourg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the summer, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 240 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in July than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Strasbourg 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Strasbourg in the Autumn?
Both Strasbourg and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is much warmer than Strasbourg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Strasbourg averages at about 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Jerusalem. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during autumn. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Strasbourg 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Strasbourg in the Winter?
Both Strasbourg and Jerusalem during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Strasbourg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Strasbourg. In January, Jerusalem is generally much warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Strasbourg fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
In the winter, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in January than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Strasbourg 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Strasbourg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Strasbourg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Also, many visitors come to Strasbourg in the spring for the natural beauty.
Jerusalem is much warmer than Strasbourg in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Strasbourg fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In Jerusalem, it's very sunny this time of the year. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during spring. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Strasbourg 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Strasbourg and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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