Is La Rochelle Expensive?

Is La Rochelle expensive to visit?

La Rochelle is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $156. If we compare it to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Linz and Cefalu.

La Rochelle, France

How expensive is La Rochelle?

For a trip to La Rochelle, travelers spend on average $156 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for La Rochelle here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to La Rochelle costs about $467 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 weekend trip costs $935.

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

A one week trip to La Rochelle costs about $1,091 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 week trip costs $2,182.

Is it expensive to backpack in La Rochelle?

La Rochelle attracts a few backpackers, but traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a small number of hostels found here. The average cost of a dorm bed in a hostel in La Rochelle is $25 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $25 and the most expensive are more than $25 per night. (See hostel prices in La Rochelle here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in La Rochelle.

• $25 for a dorm bed at Central La Rochelle
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Are hotels expensive in La Rochelle?

If you're considering hotel prices in La Rochelle, you'll find them to be fairly even and moderate in price compared to hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $103. In La Rochelle, there are about 1 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $220. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $108 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at $93 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, 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 area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $14 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $35.

• 3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour: $279
• Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle: $47
• 1.5 Hour Guided Tour in Poitiers: $88
• Guided tour of La Rochelle The splendor of merchants in the 18th century: $23
• La Rochelle: Private Walking Tour: $232
• La Rochelle Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a Guide: $64
• Planet Exotica entrance ticket: $24
• La Rochelle Port Quest: Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $7.85

Is food expensive in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, 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 $67 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $80.

• Food Tour - Discover La Rochelle: $140
• La Rochelle Food Tour - Discover La Rochelle: $139

Is transportation expensive in La Rochelle?

The prices of local transportation in La Rochelle can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $20 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $34. 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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