Is Kamakura Expensive?

Is Kamakura expensive to visit?

Kamakura is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $105. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Okinawa and Hualien.

The Buddha at Kamakura, Japan

How expensive is Kamakura?

On average, visitors spend about $105 per day when visiting Kamakura (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $210 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Kamakura here.

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

A weekend trip to Kamakura costs about $315 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 weekend trip costs $630.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Kamakura costs around $735 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,470.

Is it expensive to backpack in Kamakura?

Kamakura is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 4 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $23 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $21 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $25. (See hostel prices in Kamakura here.)

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

• $25 for a dorm bed at Kamejikan
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• $23 for a dorm bed at Iza Kamakura Hostel & Bar
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Are hotels expensive in Kamakura?

Hotel prices in Kamakura are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $105 per night for a room on average. There are around [5_STAR_COUNT] five star hotels in the city and they average [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. Three star hotels average $157 a night and two star hotels average $75 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Kamakura?

Activities and things to do in Kamakura 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 $6 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $0.

• Kamakura Historical Hiking Tour with the Great Buddha: $89
• Kamakura Walking Tour - The City of Shogun: $100
• Private Tour from North Kamakura Temples & Shrine: $41
• Kamakura Private Photoshoot Tour ( Optional Kimono wearing ): $66
• Kamakura Full-Day Private Tour: $165
• Homemade Sushi and Supermarket Tour in Kamakura: $58
• Kamakura Custom Half Day Tour: $132
• Kamakura Tour with Pro Photographer: Great Buddha & Hase Temple: $192

Is food expensive in Kamakura?

Food in Kamakura can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $21 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $0. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Kamakura?

Local transportation in Kamakura can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $15 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $0. 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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