Is Tel Aviv expensive to visit?
Tel Aviv is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $138. Compared to the rest of the Middle East, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in the Middle East for its travel costs, comparable to places like Haifa and Abu Dhabi.
Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Israel
How expensive is Tel Aviv?
The average cost of traveling to Tel Aviv can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $138 (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 Tel Aviv here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Tel Aviv?
Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Tel Aviv will cost around $414 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $829.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Tel Aviv?
On average, a one week trip to Tel Aviv costs about $967 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 $1,934.
Is it expensive to backpack in Tel Aviv?
With more than 20 hostels around town, Tel Aviv is a very popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost around $27 per night. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $16 and the most expensive rooms costing about $46. (See hostel prices in Tel Aviv here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Tel Aviv.
- $25 for a dorm bed at Abraham Tel Aviv
- $23 for a dorm bed at Roger's House Tel Aviv
- $16 for a dorm bed at Jungle Jaffa
Are hotels expensive in Tel Aviv?
Hotel prices in Tel Aviv are very expensive compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $158 per night for a room on average. There are around 11 five star hotels in the city and they average $297 per night. Three star hotels average $127 a night and two star hotels average $104 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Tel Aviv
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 11 | $297 |
| 4 stars | 40 | $164 |
| 3 stars | 28 | $127 |
| 2 stars | 8 | $104 |
| 1 star | 4 | $103 |
| No rating | 8 | $640 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Tel Aviv?
Activities and things to do in Tel Aviv 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 $23 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $13.
- Jerusalem & Dead Sea Private Tour - Visit Holy Jerusalem & Dead Sea Relaxation: $220
- Jerusalem Old City - Tiny group tour from Tel Aviv : $189
- Running Tour - Tel Aviv Highlights 10KM: $87
- Tel Aviv south Walking tour: Yafo, Shuk Hakarmel and Neve Tzedek: $44
- Masada and Dead Sea Tour : $150
- Tel Aviv Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour by Lokafy: $45
- Food & Drink Private Guided Tour in Tel Aviv: $85
- Holy Jerusalem Full Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $139
Is food expensive in Tel Aviv?
Food in Tel Aviv can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $27 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $33. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Tel Aviv Food Tour of the Carmel Market: $49
- 3 hours Levinsky Market Food Tour : $104
- Tel Aviv: Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
Is transportation expensive in Tel Aviv?
Local transportation in Tel Aviv can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $9 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $8. 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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