Is Tehran Expensive?

Is Tehran expensive to visit?

While Tehran is a popular place for travelers, it is also somewhat affordable and less expensive to visit. The average daily cost is $78, which is one of the many reasons for its popularity with tourists. When compared to other destinations in the Middle East, many visitors find it to be a reasonably affordable destination. It's in the top 25% of places in the Middle East for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Beirut and Tiberias.

Tehran, Iran

How expensive is Tehran?

For a trip to Tehran, travelers spend on average $78 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 Tehran here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Tehran costs about $235 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 $471.

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

A one week trip to Tehran costs about $549 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 $1,099.

Is it expensive to backpack in Tehran?

With more than 6 hostels in the area, Tehran is a fairly popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $13 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Tehran here.) There's a wide range in prices for beds, as the cheapest hostels cost $7, but the most expensive can be more than $20 per night.

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

• $7 for a dorm bed at Tehran Heritage Hostel
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• $17 for a dorm bed at HI Tehran Hostel
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• $20 for a dorm bed at Bibi Hostel
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Tehran?

In Tehran, 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 $5 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $5.

Is food expensive in Tehran?

In Tehran, 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 $14 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $8.

Is transportation expensive in Tehran?

Exploring local transportation in Tehran shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $0 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $2. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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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.