Which place is cheaper, Lima or Strasbourg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Strasbourg or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Strasbourg and Lima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStrasbourg €170Lima €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is €170, while the average daily cost in Lima is €81. 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 Strasbourg and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStrasbourg €67Lima €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStrasbourg €134Lima €88
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg or Lima? 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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Strasbourg €44Lima €5.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Strasbourg Airport (SXB) Private Transfer to Strasbourg City: $70
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $70
- Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport by Luxury Van: $75
- Luxury Car Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport: $106
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $253
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Short Taxi Ride€3.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Direct Private Transfer From Lima to Paracas, English Speaking Driver: $269
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $263
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport to Lima: $59
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Lima Airport (LIM) to Miraflores - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima J Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima Airport Transfers by SUV/Van: $43
- Assistance - Transfer Cusco Airport to Hotel & Viceversa: $40
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Private Lima Airport Transfer - Minivan 24hrs: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Strasbourg or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Strasbourg 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 dayStrasbourg €75Lima €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour and Old Town Walk: $101
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $112
- Strasbourg Food Tour - A Taste of Tradition by Do Eat Better: $118
- All-Inclusive Food Tour and Wine Experience: $142
- All-Inclusive Food Tour and Wine Experience: $150
- Strasbourg Food Tour: Food Lover’s Guided Walk with a Local: $222
- Strasbourg Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local: $225
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two€3.91
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Ice cream€3.17
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Coffee€2.69
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Donut€0.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Strasbourg €24Lima €7.79
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.90
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $5.77
- Strasbourg Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.32
- Strasbourg Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.51
- Walking tour of the city center: $24
- Immersive guided tour of Strasbourg in the 15th century: $24
- Welcome to Strasbourg! Walking Tour: $24
- Strasbourg Historic Two-Hour Walking Tour with Local Guide: $25
- Degustation and Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $25
- Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $28
- Strasbourg : European District Walking Tour: $29
- France and Germany Border Walking Tour: $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)€15
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Movie Tickets€2.07
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStrasbourg €19Lima €5.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $23
- Alsatian Christmas Wine Tour and tasting : $30
- Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $58
- Wine tour of the Alsace wine route: $115
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $147
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $149
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $164
- Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $194
- Private Wine Tasting Tour With Personal Driver in Alsace: $298
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€6.57
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Beer€3.66
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Cocktail€2.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and Lima, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Strasbourg is in Europe and Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Strasbourg Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Strasbourg or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Strasbourg and Lima, 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 Strasbourg or Lima?
Strasbourg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Strasbourg or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Strasbourg during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Strasbourg in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Strasbourg is a little warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Strasbourg. In the summer, Strasbourg often gets more sunshine than Lima. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Strasbourg usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStrasbourg 20°C (68°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Lima. Most visitors come to Strasbourg for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Strasbourg is much colder than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Strasbourg in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Strasbourg usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Lima. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStrasbourg 12°C (53°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Lima. The winter months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
The weather in Strasbourg can be very cold. In January, Strasbourg is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 2°C (35°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Lima. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Strasbourg usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStrasbourg 2°C (35°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Strasbourg is much colder than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Lima during spring. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Lima. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStrasbourg 11°C (51°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Strasbourg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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