Leipzig is a dynamic city known for being the home of several great musicians such as Bach and Richard Wagner. 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.
How much does it cost to travel to Leipzig?
You should plan to spend around $221 (€204) per day on your vacation in Leipzig. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $98 (€91) on meals
- $29 (€27) on local transportation
- $197 (€181) on hotels
A one week trip to Leipzig for two people costs, on average, $3,094 (€2,856). 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
$1,547
€1,428
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2 Weeks
Per person
$3,094
€2,856
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One Month
Per person
$6,630
€6,120
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One Week
For a couple
$3,094
€2,856
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2 Weeks
For a couple
$6,188
€5,712
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One Month
For a couple
$13,260
€12,240
How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Leipzig cost?
A one week trip to Leipzig usually costs around $1,547 (€1,428) for one person and $3,094 (€2,856) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
A two week trip to Leipzig on average costs around $3,094 (€2,856) for one person and $6,188 (€5,712) 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 Leipzig will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.
A one month trip to Leipzig on average costs around $6,630 (€6,120) for one person and $13,260 (€12,240) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.
Is Leipzig expensive to visit?
Leipzig is a smaller spot that entices a mix of tourists, showcasing various travel styles, financial habits, and budget considerations. Accommodation options range from budget-friendly hostels to mid-range hotels to high-end luxury properties.
Leipzig can definitely get expensive if you let it, but you have options to reduce costs, including eating at less expensive restaurants and taking public transit.
On average, budget travelers spend $97 (€90) per day, mid-range travelers spend $221 (€204) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $418 (€386) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Leipzig.
Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Leipzig is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Edinburgh or Rome.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Leipzig Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Leipzig?
The average Leipzig trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Leipzig travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Leipzig cost?
Leipzig 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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Accommodation1
For 1 person in double occupancy
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$43
(€40)
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$98
(€91)
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$188
(€173)
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Local Transportation1
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$13
(€12)
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$29
(€27)
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$55
(€51)
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Food2
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$43
(€40)
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$98
(€91)
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$184
(€170)
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Entertainment1
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$17
(€16)
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$39
(€36)
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$75
(€70)
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Alcohol2
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$6-18
(€6-17)
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$14-42
(€13-39)
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$27-80
(€25-74)
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Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget
Having realistic expectations for your budget when visiting Leipzig is important. While it's tempting to aim for a shoestring budget, most travelers don't find that style of travel to be enjoyable. Think about your priorities and how you've traveled in the past. Do you prefer staying in budget accommodations or enjoying more luxurious options? Do you like to explore attractions and dine out at local restaurants? These choices will influence your travel costs and itinerary.
What Defines 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 $97 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.
Fortunately, you'll find plenty of hostels in Leipzig, such as Five Elements Hostel Leipzig, Wombat’s City Hostel Leipzig, and a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. These hostels provide inexpensive dormitory lodging and a friendly atmosphere, but amenities are quite limited. In addition, the city features a fantastic public transit system that helps budget-conscious travelers steer clear of pricey taxi or Uber rides.
So, are you average?
If you're a couple or family taking a fun trip, you'll probably prefer a mid-range hotel, enjoy meals at favorite restaurants, and visit the main museums and attractions that require entry fees. A trip to Leipzig wouldn't be complete without visiting its major attractions, museums, sights, and landmarks. Most activities have costs involved. Thus, it's realistic to expect your daily budget to be closer to $221 per person, per day.
Leipzig boasts a wide array of hotels and vacation rentals. When traveling with others, you can share accommodations with a partner, friend, or children, thus reducing your expenses. Families should prioritize hotels and restaurants that are geared toward kids. Hotel Fregehaus is an excellent family-friendly option, while Motel One Leipzig-Augustusplatz is also superb. You can find additional family and couple-friendly hotels in our hotel guide for Leipzig here.
Want to Experience a Luxurious Trip?
If your ideal trip includes every luxury and top-tier service, be ready to budget around $418 per day. A stay at nicer hotels, meals at prestigious restaurants, fancy excursions, and getting around the city with taxis or private drivers will cost you more. Many high-end visitors also prefer unique experiences such as 2 hours Leipzig exclusive: Private city tour with Panorama Tower - offered by Viator.
Accommodation Budget in Leipzig
In Leipzig, the price of hotels can really surprise you. Some are much more expensive, offering higher luxury and amenities. Peak season rates soar, with off-season averages around $72 and peak summer season rising to an average of $134. Prices typically range from $50 to $205, but hostels remain cheaper, especially in dorms. To save money, book during the low season or take advantage of special promotions and advance deals.
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid in Leipzig for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $197 (€181). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $98 (€91) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Leipzig? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
The most affordable highest rated hotels in Leipzig include:
- Innside by Melia Leipzig starting at $92
- Vienna House Easy Leipzig starting at $72
- Seaside Park Hotel Leipzig starting at $87
- Suite Hotel Leipzig starting at $82
- Sachsenpark-Hotel starting at $72
The effecient public transportation in Leipzig allows for cheaper accommodations outside the city, but commuting might take a bite out of your travel budget and time.
If you plan your trip outside of summer and during the low or shoulder season, you'll find better accommodation rates and fewer tourists.
Transportation Budget in Leipzig
Leipzig offers excellent public transportation. The city has 61 bus lines and 13 tram lines that connect Leizpig to elsewhere in the region. To save cash and travel quickly, opt for the public transit. And if you need extra convenience, taxis and rideshares are readily available.
You'll find that parts of Leipzig are quite pedestrian-friendly, making sightseeing a breeze. Parts of Leizpig are more walkable than others.
Public Transit: 
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Walkability: (good)
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On average, past travelers have spent $29 (€27) per person, per day, on local transportation in Leipzig. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Leipzig is significantly more than public transportation.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$29
€27
Leipzig has been a major interchange of inter-European traffic and commerce since medieval times. After the Reunification of Germany, immense efforts to restore and expand the traffic network have been undertaken and left the city area with an excellent infrastructure. Leipzig/Halle Airport is the main airport in the vicinity of the city. Leipzig/Halle Airport offers a number of seasonal vacation charter flights as well as regular scheduled services. Leipzig Hauptbahnhof is at a junction of important north-to-south and west-to-east railway lines, so it is easy to get here from almost anywhere by train. Leipzig has an extensive local public bus and tram transport network, and like most German cities, Leipzig has a traffic layout designed to be bicycle-friendly. Leipzig is also well connected to the Autobahn system if you prefer driving yourself.
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A few of the typical hotel transfers and transportation services include:
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Arrival Private Transfer for $86 details
- Leipzig hotels to Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) - Departure Private Transfer for $86 details
- Private Transfer from Leipzig City to Dresden City for $88 details
How much does it cost to go to Leipzig? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Leipzig will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Leipzig
The culinary scene in Leipzig is pretty good, but it's not the main draw for visitors. You'll find a few standout places around the city that are definitely worth a visit. Coffee houses and cellar restaurants offer an unique atmosphere where you can enjoy local specialties. Sample beef roulade or Saxon dumplings while you soak up the cozy ambiance.
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While restaurant and meal prices in Leipzig can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Leipzig is $98 (€91) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$98
€91
When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Leipzig is around $98 (€91) per person, with previous travelers spending from $43 to $184. 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 Leipzig are as follows:
- Breakfast: $10 to $30
- Lunch: $15 to $39
- Dinner: $30 to $69
- Coffee: $8
- Fast Food or Street Food: $15
Leipzig has an amazing choice of restaurants offering both traditional German and local Saxonian specialties as well as International cuisine. With over 1,400 restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars, and clubs the sheer variety will guarantee something for everybody. Leipzig's "al fresco culture" gives the town an almost Mediterranean feel during the long summer months. Try specialties of Leipzig like, Lerchen, a sweet dough-wicker, sold in bakeries, Quarkkeulchen, served in traditional restaurants as a dessert, Leipziger Allerlei, a vegetable dish, and Reformationsbrotchen, a pastry, sold in bakeries in October prior to Reformation Day.
Countless hotels provide breakfast as part of your stay, but some will add it as an additional fee. The price and quality can change based on the hotel. Being informed ahead of time can aid in deciding whether to budget extra funds. You might enjoy the delightful buffet offered at the hotel, or perhaps a more economical option would be a nearby bakery or cafe.
Choose to carry a water bottle instead of buying drinks all day. It's a good choice for the environment.
When planning your tour, don't forget to check what meals are included. You might have to pay for some of your own food, which could add to your expenses.
If you want to experience the culture in Leipzig, a food tour or cooking class is a great way to do it. After all, cuisine is one of the reasons why so many people visit. A few of the best culinary activities here include:
- 3-Hour Sightseeing and Food Tour for $68 details
Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Leipzig
It's easy to see why people visit Leipzig, given its museums and attractions, food, nightlife, and family-friendly activities.
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Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Leipzig typically cost an average of $39 (€36) 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.
$39
€36
See the Old Town Hall. It was built in 1556 in the Renaissance style and remains one of Germany's largest. The position of the tower follows the ancient ideal of "golden mean". Located on the pretty main square of the city, it is a good orientation point. In the 18th century the tower was enlarged and it received a Baroque spire. Until 1904 the Old City Hall was home of the city administration. Then it became home of the city museum. Most impressive is the huge Banqueting Hall with Renaissance interior and the many fine works of medieval religious art: altars, paintings, wood-carved sculptures etc. Most of them were saved from churches which were deconstructed in Leipzig's surrounding. If you have a bit of luck you are allowed to visit the cellar of the building where you find the chamber of torture and the jail. Leipzig's Renaissance City hall contains a museum of city history which possesses the original of the only confirmed painting of Bach produced in his lifetime.
See the St. Thomas Church and Bach Museum. This church is where Bach worked as a cantor from 1723 until his death in 1750. His remains are buried under a bronze epitaph near the altar. See some Baroque architecture at Romanushaus and Fregehaus, and Katharinenstrasse in the city center near the tourist information center. See the Rossplatz Stalin era architecture, curved to follow the street, huge like a castle - this is Leipzig's most prominent example of the Stalin era and it sits at the Ring next to the Gewandhaus.
See a concert! Mendelssohn's orchestra still exists, but the concert hall is new. Inside is a huge painting by Sighard Gille, visible through the windows from Augustusplatz.
Motet in St. Thomas Church, Listen to the St Thomas Boys Choir performing Bach's music in its original environment. Be aware that a guest choir may sing instead at any time as the St. Thomas Choir travels a lot. Since the motet is primarily a musical form of devotion and not a musical performance for tourists, applause is uncommon and frowned upon.
Come for a festival. The Bach Festival is held in late May/early June and is organized by the Bach Museum. The Leipzig Book Fair takes place in late March. The main event is held on the fairground, but readings also take place in various locations around the city. The Wave-Gotik-Treffen Leipzig, follows Pentecost in late May or early June. It is the world's largest Goth festival and includes a pagan village, medieval market, and goth music. The Euro-Scene in mid-November is a Festival of contemporary European Theatre.
Leipzig is surrounded by several lakes, resulting from former open-cast lignite mining, that are now developed into places for various outdoor activities. You can spend a day on the beach, ride a canoe, or go fishing or scuba diving just 10 km from the city center.
Museums and Attractions:
Leipzig's museums and landmarks are must-sees for any visitor. There are many historic landmarks like Old City Hall, St. Thomas Church, St. Nicholas Church, and the Battle of the Nations Monument.
Shopping:
The shopping experience here is something you have to do. The city center has most of the best shopping areas. There are pedestrian streets and squares like Petersstraße and Marktplatz, as well as large shopping malls like Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig and Petersbogen.
A nice way to explore destinations in Leipzig is with local tours that last just a few hours. This way you can see as much as possible in an efficient way with knowledgable guides. 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:
- Segway city tour in Leipzig for $91 details
- City Tour 2.0 • innovative, entertaining & TOP rated for $17 details
- Private guided tour of the historic south cemetery in Leipzig for $17 details
Nightlife Budget in Leipzig
Leipzig does have some nightlife activities, but it doesn't compare to the excitement found in more popular destinations. Nightlife in town centers around live theater, cultural centers, and live entertainment.
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The average person spends about $28 (€26) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Leipzig 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
$28
€26
Exploring the nightlife is often a fun part of any trip, but skipping a few drinks can make a big impact on your overall travel cost.
If you're out drinking at night, keep an eye on your surroundings. You could be a target for pickpockets, so it's wise to stay in a group and with people you trust.
Nightlife activities and tasting tours are popular in Leipzig. A few favorites from other travelers include:
- Private pub crawl with insider-guide & free shots for $323 details
Travel cost data last updated: Mar 1, 2025
Traveling in Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany
Leipzig is a city in the eastern German state of Saxony. Leipzig is Saxony's coolest city, called "The New Berlin" by many. It is a playground for nomadic young creatives, but it's also a city of enormous history, a trade-fair mecca and foundational in the eyes of music lovers due to its intrinsic connection to the lives and work of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Wagner. When it comes to art, the neo-realistic New Leipzig School has stirred up the international art world for well over 10 years.
Leipzig became known as the City of Heroes for its leading role in the 1989 'Peaceful Revolution', when its residents organized protests against the communist regime to help end the Cold War. While you can easily do the sights in a day or two, to really experience the place stay for longer and acquaint yourself with Leipzig's less obvious areas: drink beer on the Karli, go antique shopping in Plagwitz or hang out with the punks in Connewitz.
Neighborhoods & Around
Zentrum (City Center)
The city center is lively and mostly pedestrianized. Loads of shopping, restaurants, business offices, and hotels as well as the City Hall, a major University of Leipzig campus and numerous cultural and historical sites.
Zentrum-West (Bachviertel)
Easy access to the city center and right beside the wonderful Johanna and Clara Zetkin parks. The entertainment and nightlife area of Gottschedstrasse is here. Bachviertel district is associated with the life and work of the composer J S Bach.
Zentrum-Nordwest (Waldstrassenviertel)
Large and diverse area with many amenities including the Zoo, Red Bull Arena, and the Rosental park. It is unique in Germany with many fine examples of Wilheim-era Grunderzeit architecture.
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