Is Berlin Expensive?

Is Berlin expensive to visit?

Berlin 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 $149. 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 Kosice and Brussels.

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How expensive is Berlin?

For a trip to Berlin, travelers spend on average $149 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 Berlin here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Berlin costs about $446 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 $893.

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

A one week trip to Berlin costs about $1,041 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 $2,083.

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Is it expensive to backpack in Berlin?

Berlin is a popular backpacker destination with more than 50 hostels. Dorm beds in hostels cost, on average, $21 per night. (See hostel prices in Berlin here.) You'll find quite a range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $43 and the cheapest around $14 per night.

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

• $16 for a dorm bed at St Christopher's Berlin Alexanderplatz
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• $16 for a dorm bed at St Christopher's Berlin Mitte
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• $17 for a dorm bed at Heart of Gold Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Berlin?

If you're considering hotel prices in Berlin, 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 $82. In Berlin, there are about 25 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $189. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $85 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at $62 per night.

Brandenburg Gate, Berlin

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Berlin?

In Berlin, 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 $24 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $31.

• Berlin during Nazism - Tour in Italian: $25
• BERLIN PHOTO TOUR with a professional Photographer from Berlin: $119
• Berlin City Center: The Most Famous Sites (private 3 hours Walking tour): $263
• Berlin Vegan Food & Cultural Walking Tour in Vibrant District: $125
• Small-Group Berlin Wall Bike Tour: $35
• Berlin In A Nutshell: Introductory Group Walking Tour: $24
• Berlin Third Reich Tour: Sites & History of World War Berlin: $23
• 4 Hours 2 Person Highlights Berlin Rickshaw Tour with Guide : $207

Is food expensive in Berlin?

In Berlin, 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 $56 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $43.

• Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
• Party Like A Berliner At Dinner: $190
• Berlin Kreuzberg Food tour : $175
• East Meets West: Kreuzberg and Neukölln Walking Food Tour in Berlin: $136
• Private Tour: Daytime Food Tour Trends & Classics: $235
• Berlin Food Walking Tour With Secret Food Tours: $104

Is transportation expensive in Berlin?

The prices of local transportation in Berlin can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $19 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $26. 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.