Honfleur is a peaceful city known for Vieux Bassin (Old Harbor), Garden of Personalities, and Musée de la Marine. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation. So, whether you're eating the delicious cuisine or taking in the beauty, you'll be able to plan your perfect trip to Honfleur, all while staying within budget.
How much does it cost to travel to Honfleur?
You should plan to spend around $199 (€190) per day on your vacation in Honfleur. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $105 (€100) on meals
- $31 (€30) on local transportation
- $147 (€140) on hotels
A one week trip to Honfleur for two people costs, on average, $2,788 (€2,660). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
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One Week
Per person
$1,394
€1,330
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2 Weeks
Per person
$2,788
€2,660
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One Month
Per person
$5,973
€5,700
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One Week
For a couple
$2,788
€2,660
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2 Weeks
For a couple
$5,575
€5,320
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One Month
For a couple
$11,947
€11,400
How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Honfleur cost?
A one week trip to Honfleur usually costs around $1,394 (€1,330) for one person and $2,788 (€2,660) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
A two week trip to Honfleur on average costs around $2,788 (€2,660) for one person and $5,575 (€5,320) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Honfleur will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.
A one month trip to Honfleur on average costs around $5,973 (€5,700) for one person and $11,947 (€11,400) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.
Is Honfleur expensive to visit?
Honfleur is a smaller destination that charms visitors with a variety of travel styles, expenditure habits, and budgetary considerations. Affordable hotel choices are available, but luxury hotels also cater to the more affluent clientele, along with mid-range accommodations that are perfect for families and couples.
You may find Honfleur to be expensive in some places, but there are ways to keep your budget in check, like eating at less expensive restaurants and exploring on foot.
On average, budget travelers spend $90 (€83) per day, mid-range travelers spend $207 (€190) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $404 (€370) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Honfleur.
Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Honfleur is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Bonn or Hannover.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Honfleur Expensive?
Honfleur, France
How much money do I need for a trip to Honfleur?
The average Honfleur trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Honfleur travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Honfleur cost?
Honfleur on a Budget
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Category
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Budget
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Mid-Range
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Luxury
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Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy
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$32
(€30)
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$74
(€70)
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$148
(€141)
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Local Transportation 1
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$14
(€13)
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$31
(€30)
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$60
(€57)
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Food 2
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$46
(€44)
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$105
(€100)
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$201
(€192)
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Entertainment 1
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$9
(€8.13)
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$19
(€19)
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$37
(€35)
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Alcohol 2
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$5-16
(€5-15)
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$12-36
(€11-34)
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$23-69
(€22-66)
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Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget
It's essential to keep realistic expectations for your travel budget. Many people think they can visit Honfleur cheaply, but most travelers aren't comfortable with an extreme "shoestring" budget. Consider what you truly enjoy on vacation. Do you prefer resorts, vacation homes, or hostels? Is experiencing attractions and dining important to you? Your budget and itinerary will depend on your answers to these questions.
What Does It Mean to Be a Budget Traveler?
You might consider yourself a budget traveler, but if you're not ready to give up some comforts, prepare to spend a lot more than the $90 per day that younger budget travelers manage.
Backpackers will usually stick to this shoestring budget by staying in hostel dorms, dining at the cheapest spots such as fast food places, using public transit, and mostly visiting free attractions.
Food also plays a significant role in a visitor's experience to Honfleur, yet budget travelers might stick to street food or hostel meals, resulting in less exposure to the wonderful culinary scene.
What Makes You an Average Traveler?
If you're traveling for leisure as a couple or family, you'll probably prefer a mid-range hotel, dine at well-known restaurants, and explore the major museums and attractions that charge entry fees. When visiting Honfleur, you'll want to see Vieux Bassin (Old Harbor), Garden of Personalities, or Musée de la Marine. Remember, most activities come with a cost. Therefore, it's reasonable to anticipate that your daily budget will be around $207 per person, per day.
There are a wide range of hotels and vacation rentals in Honfleur. If you're traveling with others, you'll share your hotel with a partner, friend, or your children, so costs will be split accordingly, saving money. When traveling as a family, you'll want to find hotels and restaurants that cater to kids. La Maison De Lucie is a good kid-friendly option, and Reglisse et Pain d'Epices is also terrific. You'll find more hotels that cater to families and couples in our hotel guide for Honfleur here.
Want to Experience a Luxurious Trip?
If you want an all encompassing getaway with top-notch amenities and exceptional service, get ready for a daily cost around $404. Staying in upscale hotels, dining at acclaimed restaurants, indulging in lavish activities, and using taxis or private drivers to navigate the city will require a more luxurious budget. Many high-end visitors also prefer unique experiences such as Private tour: visit Deauville in a sidecar - offered by Viator.
Accommodation Budget in Honfleur
In Honfleur, hotel prices can be quite surprising. Higher-end hotels offer more amenities and luxury, but come at a higher price tag, especially during the peak summer season. Off-season prices average around $120, but in peak season, they can average around $224. Prices generally range from $84 to $360, and hostels remain the cheaper option. Booking early or traveling during the low season can save you money, and you might find special deals along the way.
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid in Honfleur for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $147 (€140). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $74 (€70) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Honfleur? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
The most affordable highest rated hotels in Honfleur include:
- La Maison De Lucie starting at $208
- L'Absinthe Hotel starting at $156
- Hotel l'Ecrin Honfleur starting at $139
- B&B Le Fond de la Cour starting at $110
- La Pomme d'Amour starting at $236
By traveling in the off-peak times like the low or shoulder season, and steering clear of summer, you'll find cheaper lodging and smaller crowds.
Many travelers like to navigate Honfleur on foot which can save on transportation costs. So, you'll want to stay in a more central location. This could mean higher hotels prices, though.
Transportation Budget in Honfleur
The public transit system in Honfleur is not very good. HO Buses travel from the outskirts or town into the center and are used mainly by locals. If you plan to head into Normandy to see the countryside, you'll want to have a car.
If you're someone who enjoys discovering a place on foot, you'll love it here. The city center is compact and easy to explore on foot. There are also many coastal walks leading out of town.
Public Transit: 
(moderate)
Walkability: (great)
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, past travelers have spent $31 (€30) per person, per day, on local transportation in Honfleur. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Honfleur is significantly more than public transportation.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$31
€30
Be sure your hotel has hassle-free parking if you're planning to drive.
A few of the typical transportation options and hotel transfers include:
- Round trip transfer from Le Havre or Honfleur to Etretat for $95 details
- All-in-One Paris from Le Havre Shared Round-trip Transfer for $128 details
- Paris On Your Own from Le Havre Port: Round Trip Bus Transfer for $128 details
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Food Budget in Honfleur
The cuisine in Honfleur is world-class, and you don't want to miss it. Make sure to take some time to eat at the local restaurants and taste some of the special dishes. Located on the coast of Normandy along the English Channel, seafood is a defining element for most dishes here. Foodies flock to this town for its Michelin starred restaurants as well as its local cafes and quaint eateries. For land-lovers, there's a popular local cider-braised pork that you must-try. And for dessert make sure you try the Tarte Tatin.
Calculated from travelers like you
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While restaurant and meal prices in Honfleur can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Honfleur is $105 (€100) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$105
€100
When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Honfleur is around $109 (€100) per person, with previous travelers spending from $48 to $209. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.
Typical meal prices in Honfleur are as follows:
- Breakfast: $11 to $33
- Lunch: $16 to $44
- Dinner: $33 to $77
- Coffee: $9
- Fast Food or Street Food: $16
The cuisine of Honfleur offers fresh seafood, tasty fruits, and delicious meats due to its location on a long coastline of fertile land. Some local specialties include: Canard a la rouennaise, a dish prepared with duck stuffed with a sauce made of its own blood and liver, Tarte aux pommes, which is tart stuffed with apple and topped with whipped cream or ice cream, and to drink, try Calvados, the most famous apple brandy in the province of Normandy.
Honfleur has a great selection of restaurants, especially when it comes to traditional French cuisine. Le Fleur de Sel is one restaurant serving excellent French cuisine. It is a low beamed fisherman's house that serves locally influenced traditional dishes. Another option is SaQuaNa, also with great traditional French cuisine, whose chef has earned two Michelin stars.
Many hotels provide breakfast at no additional cost, while others charge extra. The quality and price can vary widely from hotel to hotel. Knowing this ahead of time can help you decide if you should budget more. You might find the hotel's buffet is a worthwhile investment, or perhaps a nearby bakery or cafe could be a cheaper alternative.
Have a picnic to save money and relish the beautiful scenery. Stop by a nearby grocery store or market, grab some fresh food, and choose a nice park or scenic location for your meal.
Carry a reusable water bottle instead of buying drinks everywhere you go. It's good for the earth, too.
Thinking about a tour? Check which meals are included beforehand. You might need to budget for some meals on your own, which can add to your expenses.
Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Honfleur
Visitors find Honfleur irresistible, especially for its food, romance, museums and attractions, and nightlife.
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Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Honfleur typically cost an average of $19 (€19) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$19
€19
A few of the most popular sights are:
- Vieux Bassin (Old Harbor) (Free)
- Garden of Personalities (Free)
- Musée de la Marine for €5.50
- Église Saint-Étienne (Free)
- Sainte-Catherine Church (Free)
- Musée Eugène Boudin for €8
Some of the best sights are the town itself and the picturesque buildings and landscapes. But the most popular sight here is the ravishing wooden church of Ste-Catherine, which dominates a tumbling square. The sanctuary and ramshackle belfry across the way were built by townspeople to show their gratitude for the departure of the English at the end of the Hundred Years' War, in 1453. It is the largest wooden church in France and is popular among tourists.
Another popular sight is the Notre-Dame de Grace chapel, which was built during the 17th century, and is richly adorned with paintings and models of ships offered ex voto by sailors. The esplanade bordering the chapel offers fine panoramic views of the Seine estuary, the port of Le Havre and the Pont de Normandie (Normandy Bridge).
There are many fun things to do in Honfleur. One of which is a festival of sorts. It is called the Fete des Marins and it is a two day event occurring on Pentecost Sunday and Monday (50 days after Easter). On the first day all the boats in the harbor are decked out in flags and paper roses, and a priest bestows his blessing at high tide. The next day, model boats and local children head a musical procession to the small chapel of Notre-Dame de Grace.
Another exciting festival is the five day Fete du Jazz. It occurs in mid-August, with performances in the streets and venues throughout the town center.
You could also check out some of the great museums the city has to offer, including the Blockhaus de la Gare, which a historic site with many remnants of World War II.
Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Honfleur. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:
- Honfleur Private Walking Tour for $150 details
- Private Guided Bike Tour of Deauville & Trouville in French for $73 details
- Honfleur's Landmarks & Gems E-Bike Tour for $64 details
Nightlife Budget in Honfleur
If you're looking for nightlife, Honfleur has some options, but it's less active than in other more popular locales. Restaurants come to life at night when music flows out onto the streets. The town is not known for its partying, but that doesn't mean that it's a sleepy place that shuts down when the sun sets.
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $24 (€23) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Honfleur per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$24
€23
The nightlife is always tempting, but cutting down on drinks is an effective way to manage your travel spending.
Enjoy the nightlife, but stay cautious, especially if you're drinking. Thieves or criminals may target you, so stay close to trusted friends and avoid wandering off alone.
Traveling in Honfleur
Honfleur, France
Honfleur is a commune in the Calvados Department in northwestern France. It is located on the southern bank of the Seine estuary across from le Havre and very close to the Pont de Normandie exit. Honfleur is the most picturesque of the Cote Fleurie's seaside towns. The cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques in the old timber houses. It is especially known for its old, beautiful port, characterized by its houses with slate-covered frontages, painted many times by artists, including in particular Gustave Courbet, Eugene Boudin, Claude Monet and Johan Jongkind, forming the ecole de Honfleur (Honfleur school) which contributed to the appearance of the Impressionist movement. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact-especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades.
Neighborhoods & Around
The Le Vieux Bassin (harbor area) is the most popular neighborhood in Honfluer. This port was built in the 17th century and apart from the narrow entrance for boats is surrounded on all sides by beautiful, tall, narrow buildings. You can also pick up your fresh fish in the market here if you want to.
The eastern Enclos, around the church of St-Etienne, is packed with interesting buildings.
The western area slopes up to the splendid wooden church of Ste-Catherine, in a district where you will find the town's main museums dedicated to the arts.
Central Honfleur's southern area is more discreet, but well worth exploring too for its architecture, including St-Leonard church and the restored fountains.
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