Should you visit Nantes or Dijon?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nantes or Dijon, 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.
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
Dijon
Dijon is a city in eastern France, capital of the Cote-d'Or department and of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comte region. Archaeological finds in this area date back to the Neolithic period, but Dijon later became a Roman settlement before later becoming home to the Dukes of Burgundy between the 11th and 15th centuries. Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power, one of the great European centers of art, learning and science. The city has retained varied architectural styles from many of the main periods of the past millennium, including Capetian, Gothic, and Renaissance. Many still-inhabited town houses in the city's central district date from the 18th century and earlier. Dijon is famous for Dijon mustard which originated in 1856, when Jean Naigeon of Dijon substituted verjuice, the acidic green juice of not-quite-ripe grapes, for vinegar in the traditional mustard recipe. Dijon is one of France's most appealing cities. Filled with elegant medieval and Renaissance buildings, the lively center is wonderful for strolling, especially if you like to mix your cultural enrichment with excellent food, fine wine and shopping.
Which city is cheaper, Dijon or Nantes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Nantes is €87, while the average daily cost in Dijon is €122. 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 Nantes and Dijon in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Nantes can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €48, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €96.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €64. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Dijon the cost is €128 on average.
Food
In Nantes travelers spend around €22 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
Food in Dijon 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.
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Food
Meals for one day
Nantes €22
Dijon €39
Local Transportation
Nantes's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €29 per person, per day on transportation in Nantes.
The cost of a taxi ride in Dijon is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €29 per person, per day, on local transportation in Dijon.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Airport Transfer: from Nantes to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE):
$50
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Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport:
$75
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Nantes Atlantique Airport to Nantes City - One Way:
$78
Is it cheaper to fly into Nantes or Dijon?
Prices for flights to both Dijon and Nantes 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Nantes can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €11 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Entertainment and activities in Dijon typically cost an average of €20 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Segway: "Inside the Historical Center of Nantes" - city tour Nantes - 1H00:
$37
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Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$40
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Segway: "Nantes's Patrimony" City tour Nantes - 1H30:
$56
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Segway: "The Great Escape" - city tour Nantes - 2H00:
$68
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Segway: "The Wide Angle" city tour Nantes - 2H30:
$81
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Nantes Private Walking Tour:
$230
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Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Nantes with official tour guide:
$231
Tours and Activities in Dijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dijon are as follows:
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Burgundy Wine Lovers Tasting Tour with Private Driver:
$311
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Dijon Walking Tour with professional guide:
$355
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105-Minute Tour with a French-Speaking Guide:
$9.93
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Wines of Burgundy Half-Day Tour of Beaune:
$106
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E-Bike Burgundy Champs Elysées Tour:
$452
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From Half-Day Tour of Cote de Nuits Vineyards:
$107
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Guided week Bike Tour in France, Burgundy wine region:
$3,377
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Half Day Tour of the Cote de Nuits Vineyards from Dijon:
$110
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Half-day Private Tour in Côte de Nuits:
$218
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Multi Day Private Tour Prestige Burgundy with 6 Grands Crus per day:
$1,107
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Multi Day Private Tour Vineyards and Heritage:
$834
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Private Full Day Tour Burgundy Gourmet:
$358
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Nantes spend on average €5.14 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
The average person spends about €23 on alcoholic beverages in Dijon per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Dijon
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Dijon:
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Half-Day Wine Tour of Burgundy:
$81
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Small-Group Burgundy Tour with Wine Tastings from Dijon:
$84
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Côte de Nuits: 3-Hour Wine Tour with Tastings:
$89
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Half-Day Tour of Beaune with Wine Tasting from Dijon:
$108
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Dijon Small-Group Day Tour including Wine Tastings and Lunch:
$233
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nantes and Dijon, we can see that Dijon is more expensive. And not only is Nantes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nantes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nantes 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 Dijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dijon than you might in Nantes.
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