Should you visit Paris or Auxerre?
Should I visit Paris or Auxerre? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
Auxerre
Auxerre is a town in France on the Yonne River and in the Yonne department of the Burgundy region. Historically, the town owes its importance to its important position on the river, and also to the once important trade route between the Mediterranean and the North Sea. Auxerre has received the classification of a protected Historic Town in France as well as being one of the French towns of art and history. Auxerre is an interesting place to visit, with the town center towered over by the cathedral and by several churches. The part of the town of most interest to visitors occupies the hill that runs up from the west bank of the river, and includes the major churches and the historical old town.
Which city is cheaper, Auxerre or Paris?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Paris is €184, while the average daily cost in Auxerre is €90. 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 Paris and Auxerre in more detail.
Accommodation
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €242 in Paris For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Double occupancy rooms typically run around €82 in Auxerre For nicer amenities and a premiere location, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Local Transportation
To get around in Paris, the average visitor spends €17 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
Auxerre'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 €37 per person, per day on transportation in Auxerre.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro
€6.40
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Train from Airport
€9.00
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Metro tickets
€6.80
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Train
€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private transfer from Paris to London. Professional drivers, Mercedes cars!:
$1,687
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Transfer from Paris to Geneva or from Geneva to Paris:
$1,431
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Paris To Geneva - Private Vehicule Transfer Express:
$1,431
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Private Transfer from Paris to Bayeux - Up to 7 people:
$1,227
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Private Transfer from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel - Up to 7 people:
$1,219
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Private Transfer from Paris to Caen - Up to 7 people:
$1,204
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Intimate Guided Normandy Tour from Paris with Hotel Transfers:
$1,106
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Private Transfer from Paris to Honfleur - Up to 7 people:
$1,025
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Paris Private Round-trip Transfer: Paris City to Castle Castelnaud-la-Chapelle:
$1,023
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Private transfer Paris to Amsterdam - 1 to 3 people:
$877
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Private Transfer from Paris City Center to Mont-Saint-Michel:
$717
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Private transfer between Paris and London:
$710
Is it cheaper to fly into Paris or Auxerre?
Prices for flights to both Auxerre and Paris 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 in Paris costs travelers about €31 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 Auxerre cost around €27 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 €11.
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Food
Meals for one day
Paris €31
Auxerre €27
Typical Food prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream
€8.00
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Breakfast
€7.00
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Breakfast for 2
€30
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Dinner on River Cruise
€86
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Dinner
€57
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Cheese
€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Paris en Scene Boat 3-Course Dinner Cruise:
$49
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Paris River Seine Lunch or Dinner Cruise:
$60
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Italian dinner on the river Seine:
$61
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Seine River Cruise with French Dinner on Champs-Elysees Avenue:
$61
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Seine River Cruise & Dinner on Champs Elysées Avenue:
$62
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Choux cooking class for kids in Paris:
$62
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Capitaine Fracasse Boat 3-Course Dinner Cruise:
$67
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Paris Small-Group Gourmet Food Tour With Optional Lunch and Wine Tasting:
$75
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Bistro Parisien Dinner and Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Combination:
$75
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NO DIET CLUB - Unique Bike and Food tour in Paris !:
$75
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Romantic Cruise with 3-course Dinner on Seine River:
$76
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Fondue Cooking Party - Winter is Coming:
$78
Entertainment
In Paris, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €62 per person, per day.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Auxerre can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €14 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Typical Entertainment prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two
€18
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Admission to Pantheon
€5.00
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Catacombs (2)
€23
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
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1 Day Private Walking Tour Of Montmartre, Latin Quarter, Champs Élysées:
$180
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1 Day in Eiffel Tower, Cruise, City Tour, and Louvre:
$139
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1 Hour Real time Virtual Tour in Paris:
$150
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1 hour Sainte Chapelle- skip the line access - English or Español:
$51
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14-day Taste of Europe Tour: France, Italy, Monaco,Switzerland,Germany and more.:
$1,565
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15+ Top Sights Paris Tour with Fun Guide:
$52
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180° Paris by Night Tour: Exclusively for You & Your Group:
$54
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1:30 hours tour of Louvre museum:
$261
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1st Day in Paris Discovery Private Tour: 'How-to' Orientation & Sightseeing Fun!:
$63
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2 Hours Paris city center walking tour:
$16
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2 Hours Photoshoot tours at the Eiffel tower, Trocadero, Champs de Mars and more:
$423
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2-Day Loire Valley Castles Tour from Paris:
$521
Tours and Activities in Auxerre
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Auxerre.
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Private Half-Day Cruise Tour on the Canal-du-Nivernais:
$1,555
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Touristic highlights of Auxerre a Private half day tour (4 Hours) with a local:
$124
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Paris, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €19.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Auxerre, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €4.91.
Typical Alcohol prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
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Pub Crawl in Latin Quarter:
$37
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Guided Visit and Wine Tasting in a Royal Wine Cellar in Paris:
$40
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Guided tour and wine tasting in a historic cellar in the center of Paris:
$41
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Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex:
$47
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Organic wine tasting in Paris:
$56
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Wine Tasting In Paris:
$83
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Paris Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting in a Cheese Cellar:
$87
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Paris Wine Tasting Session with Expert Sommelier:
$89
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Walk & Wine Tour in the Latin Quarter:
$97
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Paris Wine Tasting plus Cheese & Cured Meat Lunch with an Expert Sommelier Guide:
$97
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Paris Evening Wine Tour and Tasting:
$112
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Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour:
$112
Sample the Local Flavors in Auxerre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Auxerre:
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Organic, biodynamic and natural wine tours in Burgundy (Chablis & Beaune):
$199
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Chablis & Northern Burgundy Wine Tour:
$205
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paris and Auxerre, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Auxerre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Auxerre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Auxerre 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Auxerre.
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