Is Estonia Expensive?

Is Estonia expensive to visit?

Considered a popular destination, Estonia is a moderately priced country for travelers. When compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced country to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of countries in Europe for its travel costs, and this places it in line with destinations such as the Czech Republic and Cyprus.

Estonia has popular destinations that attract plenty of visitors. One of the most expensive places to visit is Tartu. For more affordability, you can visit Tallinn.


Average daily price of selected cities in Estonia, by affordability
City Average Daily Cost
Tartu $114
Saaremaa $109
Tallinn $103


Tallinn

How expensive is Estonia?

Travelers spend an average of $110 per day when visiting Estonia (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. However, you can keep close to this average, or even travel cheaper if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Estonia here.

How expensive is a one week trip to Estonia?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Estonia will cost around $773 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $1,546.

How expensive is a two week trip to Estonia?

On average, a two week trip to Estonia costs about $1,546 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a two week trip costs $3,092.

How expensive is a month long trip to Estonia?

A one month trip to Estonia costs about $3,313 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a one month trip costs $6,626.

Is it expensive to backpack in Estonia?

With more than 20 hostels around the country, Estonia is fairly popular with backpackers wanting to travel on a tight budget and meet up with others along the way. Hostels here cost an average of $15 per night for a bed in a dorm. (See hostel prices in Estonia here.) Many backpackers head to Tallinn. Typically, the most expensive hostels are in Tallinn, which average $15 per night. On the other hand, the cheapest hostels are in Tallinn which average $15 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Estonia.

  • $23 for a dorm bed at Fat Margaret's in Tallinn
  • $17 for a dorm bed at Looming Hostel in Tartu
  • $10 for a dorm bed at Hostel Louna in Parnu

Where to find affordable hostels in Estonia
City Number of Hostels Average Price for a Dorm
Tallinn 12 $15

Are hotels expensive in Estonia?

When it comes to hotel prices in Estonia, they are slightly more affordable compared to other countries. On average, you can expect to spend about $78 per night for a comfortable room. It's essential to note that within Estonia, certain cities such as Otepaa command a higher average price, reaching $170 per night. On the flip side, there are also more budget-friendly alternatives like Tallinn, where hotel prices average $63 per night.


Where to find affordable hotels in Estonia
City Average Hotel Price
Otepaa $170
Haapsalu $99
Tartu $82
Viljandi $73
Tallinn $63

Ravala Street 3, Tallinn
Overall Rating 9.8
Rüütli 9, Tartu
Overall Rating 9.6

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Estonia?

In Estonia, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the country. On average, previous travelers have spent around $15 per day on sightseeing and entertainment.

    • Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour: $27
    • Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour: $54
    • Tour to Husky Park with Cani-Cross Hike: $218
    • Tour of Tallinn Old Town and visit to The Seaplane Harbour: $100
    • Unique and personal tours of Tallinn Old Town: $109
    • Tallinn Private Walking Tour: $147
    • 2 Hour Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $196
    • Tallinn Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52

    Is food expensive in Estonia?

    In Estonia, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $35 per day on food, per person.

    • Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $136
    • Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
    • Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
    • Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $96
    • Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $213
    • Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56

    Is transportation expensive in Estonia?

    Local transportation in Estonia can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $25 on local transportation per person per day. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

    Expenses for intercity transportation within Estonia can vary based on the type of transportation used and the distance traveled. On average, previous travelers have spent $73 per person per day for intercity transit. To save money, it's advisable to choose long-distance buses or trains over air travel. This is generally a more cost-effective choice despite the potential increase in travel time.

    More for Estonia

    If you're planning a trip to Estonia, check out these other informative travel guides.



    We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.



    If you want to share the information, here's how. down-arrow
    • You are welcome to reference or display our travel costs on your website as long as you provide a link back to this page.
    • For a basic link, you can copy and paste the HTML link code, or this page's address.