Is La Spezia expensive to visit?
La Spezia 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 $276. 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 Inverness and Pisa.
La Spezia, Italy
How expensive is La Spezia?
Travelers spend an average of $276 per day when visiting La Spezia (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for La Spezia here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to La Spezia?
Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to La Spezia costs around $829 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,657.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to La Spezia?
Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to La Spezia will cost around $1,934 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $3,867.
Is it expensive to backpack in La Spezia?
With more than 4 hostels around town, La Spezia is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $43 per night. There's a wide range in prices here, as the cheapest beds cost around $32. The most expensive dorm beds will cost more than $64 at times, too. (See hostel prices in La Spezia here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in La Spezia.
- $64 for a dorm bed at Grand Hostel Manin
- $32 for a dorm bed at Costello
- $45 for a dorm bed at 5 Terre Backpackers City
Are hotels expensive in La Spezia?
If you're considering hotel prices in La Spezia, you'll find them to be fairly even and moderate in price compared to hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $113. In La Spezia, there are about 11 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $145. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $115 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at $98 per night.
Hotels by star rating in La Spezia
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 11 | $145 |
| 4 stars | 17 | $137 |
| 3 stars | 61 | $115 |
| 2 stars | 54 | $98 |
| 1 star | 99 | $110 |
| No rating | 85 | $139 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in La Spezia?
In La Spezia, 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 $46 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $31.
- Dolce Vita 5Terre&Portovenere: Full Day Tour with Lunch: $220
- Boat tour 5 Terre from La Spezia : swim, food & open bar: $174
- 6 and a half hour boat tour of Cinque Terre: $158
- Deluxe Cruise-Friendly Florence Tour from La Spezia Cruise Port: $94
- Cinque Terre unforgettable hiking experience: $178
- Florence and Pisa Semi Private Tour from La Spezia: $285
- Pisa & Lucca Private Tour with wine-tasting from La Spezia Port: $297
- La Spezia: tour of the islands and Portovenere stops bath and aperitif: $131
Is food expensive in La Spezia?
In La Spezia, 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 $112 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $89.
- Morning or evening tour with aperitif, lunch or dinner and bathroom breaks: $178
- Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in La Spezia by Cesarine: $106
- La Spezia Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine: $118
- Dinner on a boat seen at sunset only good vibes: $119
- Experience the Taste of Typical Home Cooking: $202
- La Spezia: Cooking Class and Home Restaurant Experience: $177
Is transportation expensive in La Spezia?
The prices of local transportation in La Spezia can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $48 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $32. 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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