Is Dusseldorf Expensive?

Is Dusseldorf expensive to visit?

Dusseldorf is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $201. 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 Playa del Ingles and Liverpool.



Dusseldorf, Germany

How expensive is Dusseldorf?

The average cost of traveling to Dusseldorf can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $201 (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 Dusseldorf here.

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

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Dusseldorf will cost around $604 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $1,208.

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

On average, a one week trip to Dusseldorf costs about $1,410 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 $2,819.

Is it expensive to backpack in Dusseldorf?

Dusseldorf is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 3 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $34 per night. (See hostel prices in Dusseldorf here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $55 and the cheapest around $18 per night.

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

  • $29 for a dorm bed at Backpackers-Duesseldorf
  • $55 for a dorm bed at City Youth Hostel Dusseldorf

Are hotels expensive in Dusseldorf?

Hotel prices in Dusseldorf are very affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $69 per night for a room on average. There are around 6 five star hotels in the city and they average $211 per night. Three star hotels average $70 a night and two star hotels average $48 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Dusseldorf
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 6 $211
4 stars 58 $91
3 stars 101 $70
2 stars 23 $48
1 star 11 $72
No rating 4 $60

Schadowplatz 7, Dusseldorf
Overall Rating 9.0
Backergasse 1, Dusseldorf
Overall Rating 8.8

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Dusseldorf?

Activities and things to do in Dusseldorf 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 $27 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $31.

    • Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf: $34
    • Dusseldorf Old Town and Altbier Tour: $25
    • Düsseldorf Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.05
    • City game scavenger hunt Düsseldorf - independent city tour I discovery tour: $43
    • Tour to the sweetest delicacies in Düsseldorf with many samples: $48
    • Guided Walking Tour in Dusseldorf: $22
    • Düsseldorf Segway Rhein Tour: Rhine River Experience: $86
    • Private Running Tour in Düsseldorf: $43

    Is food expensive in Dusseldorf?

    Food in Dusseldorf can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $83 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • Culinary Flingern – The Food Tour: $48

    Is transportation expensive in Dusseldorf?

    Local transportation in Dusseldorf can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $2 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.



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