Is Bordeaux Expensive?

Is Bordeaux expensive to visit?

Bordeaux is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $129. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Istanbul and Ghent.

Sunrise over the vinyards, Bordeaux, France

How expensive is Bordeaux?

The average cost of traveling to Bordeaux can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $129 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Bordeaux here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Bordeaux?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Bordeaux will cost around $386 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $773.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Bordeaux?

On average, a one week trip to Bordeaux costs about $901 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 one week trip costs $1,803.

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Is it expensive to backpack in Bordeaux?

Bordeaux is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 7 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $28 per night. (See hostel prices in Bordeaux here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $37 and the cheapest around $13 per night.

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

• $33 for a dorm bed at Hostel 20 Bordeaux
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• $13 for a dorm bed at Central Hostel
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• $28 for a dorm bed at Whoo Bordeaux Bacalan - Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Bordeaux?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Bordeaux, it becomes apparent that they are fairly even and moderately priced in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $112 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 4 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $225 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $110 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $92 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Bordeaux?

Activities and things to do in Bordeaux can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $9 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $34.

• Private tour of Bordeaux at night in a sidecar: $120
• "Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, Full-Day Tour": $196
• Private tour in the prestigious Médoc wine region: $207
• Private luxury tour of Bordeaux in a magnificent Citroen DS - 2 hours: $164
• 2 hours - Bordeaux Private tour with a native guide: $164
• Private Tour of Bordeaux in a Citroën 2CV - 45min: $54
• Bordeaux Enigmatic Ghost and Eternal Haunting Echoes Tour: $32
• Must-Sees of Bordeaux Private Guided Walking Tour: $32

Is food expensive in Bordeaux?

Food in Bordeaux can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $49 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $46. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Food Tour in Bordeaux : $97
• Bordeaux Organic Food Tour - French Apéro Style: $93
• Bordeaux Food Tour - Bakeries, Pastries, Chocolate and more!: $98
• Bordeaux Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $103
• NO DIET CLUB - Unique food tour in Bordeaux !: $64
• Bordeaux Food Tour in the Wine District : Discover what makes Bordeaux so famous: $108

Is transportation expensive in Bordeaux?

The prices of local transportation in Bordeaux can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $17 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $33. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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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.