Is Bari Expensive?

Is Bari expensive to visit?

Bari 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 $124. 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 La Rochelle and Linz.

Bari, Italy

How expensive is Bari?

For a trip to Bari, travelers spend on average $124 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 Bari here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Bari costs about $371 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 $741.

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

A one week trip to Bari costs about $865 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 $1,730.

Is it expensive to backpack in Bari?

With more than 3 hostels in the area, Bari 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 $31 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Bari here.) There's a wide range in prices for beds, as the cheapest hostels cost $29, but the most expensive can be more than $34 per night.

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

• $29 for a dorm bed at Olive Tree
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• $29 for a dorm bed at Habari We Dorm
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Are hotels expensive in Bari?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Bari, we find them to be very economical in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $84. The area boasts about 13 five-star hotels with an average rate of $156 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $85 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $68 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Bari?

In Bari, 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 $9 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $28.

• Town of Puglia Private Day Tour: $104
• Bari Rickshaw Tour with Museum Visits: $82
• Bike Tour in the Alta Murgia National Park (Pulo of Altamura): $82
• Private tour in Polignano a Mare: overlooking the sea: $68
• Day tour by car and on foot among the Apulian beauties of Matera: $175
• Bike Tour into the nature around Castel del Monte: $82
• Olive Oil Private Tour and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting in Altamura: $22
• Tour by boat to discover the Polignano Caves: $44

Is food expensive in Bari?

In Bari, 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 $35 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $49.

• Apulian cooking class fresh pasta and focaccia: $120
• Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Bari: $158
• Authentic Puglian Cooking Class: $202
• Cisternino-Apulian cooking class - Typical Pugliese cuisine: $131
• Fresh pasta and dinner in my biogarden: $96
• Cooking lesson in a typical house in Polignano a Mare: $93

Is transportation expensive in Bari?

Exploring local transportation in Bari shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $12 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $29. 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.