Is Venice Expensive?

Is Venice expensive to visit?

Venice 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 $299. 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 Basel and Bern.

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How expensive is Venice?

For a trip to Venice, travelers spend on average $299 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 Venice here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Venice costs about $898 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 $1,796.

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

A one week trip to Venice costs about $2,096 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 $4,192.

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Is it expensive to backpack in Venice?

With more than 10 hostels in the area, Venice is a 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 $39 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Venice here.) It's also common to see a wide range in prices, as the cheapest hostels here cost $17, but the most expensive can be more than $86 per night.

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

• $21 for a dorm bed at Anda Venice
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• $26 for a dorm bed at Generator Venice
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• $17 for a dorm bed at a&o Hostel Venezia Mestre
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Are hotels expensive in Venice?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Venice, we find them to be fairly typical and standard in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $135. The area boasts about 72 five-star hotels with an average rate of $239 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $130 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $124 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Venice?

In Venice, 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 $109 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $29.

• Private Family Tour of Saint Mark’s & Doge’s Palace with Scavenger Hunt: $289
• Venice Market and Cicchetti Semi-Private 6 People Food Experience: $172
• Sunset Kayak Tour in Venice: Discovering the City’s Canals: $115
• La Serenissima: Lagoon Cruise on Catamaran with Classical Music: $69
• Venice Countryside Bike Tour: $98
• 2-Hour Venice with Kids and Family Friendly Private Guided Tour: $289
• Kayak Discovery Tour in the Lagoon of Venice: $182
• St Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip the Line - Semi-Private: $153

Is food expensive in Venice?

In Venice, 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 $121 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $82.

• Venetian cooking school: $116
• The ancient Venice and its spices: Cooking Class and Market Tour: $139
• Rialto Food Tour With View: $226
• Authentic Venetian Cooking Classes: $191
• Venice: Cooking Class + Guitar Concert at Chef Francesco's: $230
• Venice Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio Food Tour: $138

Is transportation expensive in Venice?

Exploring local transportation in Venice shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $29 per person per day, which is more 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.