Is Barcelona Expensive?

Is Barcelona expensive to visit?

Barcelona is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $169. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Salzburg and Stockholm.

Barcelona, Spain

How expensive is Barcelona?

On average, visitors spend about $169 per day when visiting Barcelona (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $337 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 Barcelona here.

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

A weekend trip to Barcelona costs about $506 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 $1,011.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Barcelona costs around $1,180 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,360.

Gothic Quarter, Barcelona

Is it expensive to backpack in Barcelona?

With more than 80 hostels around town, Barcelona is a very popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost around $31 per night. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $13 and the most expensive rooms costing about $140. (See hostel prices in Barcelona here.)

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

• $19 for a dorm bed at St Christopher's Barcelona
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• $26 for a dorm bed at Kabul Party Hostel Barcelona
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• $18 for a dorm bed at Mediterranean Youth Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Barcelona?

Hotel prices in Barcelona are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $125 per night for a room on average. There are around 49 five star hotels in the city and they average $222 per night. Three star hotels average $159 a night and two star hotels average $78 per night.

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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Barcelona?

Activities and things to do in Barcelona 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 $36 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $29.

• Montserrat Private Tour from Barcelona with Pick-up: $157
• Private Photo Tour & Workshop - Barcelona Photo Experience: $87
• Costa Brava Day Adventure: Hike, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & Meal: $98
• Become an Astronaut a Unique VR-Experience Only in Barcelona: $27
• Sagrada Familia Exterior Free Tour: Stories, Secrets & Symbolism: $3.27
• Barcelona Gothic Quarter Old Town Tour: $71
• Beach Bike Tour Barcelona: $37
• Gaudí and Barcelona Legends Walking Tour: $35

Is food expensive in Barcelona?

Food in Barcelona can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $35 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Paella Cooking Class overviewing Las Ramblas: $104
• Barcelona Small Group Walking Tour & Flamenco Show + Tapas Dinner: $245
• Catamaran Sunset with Drinks&Snacks Small Group w/optional Dinner: $86
• Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
• Cooking paella and market tour in Barcelona: $169
• Barcelona Tipsy Tapas Guided Food Tour with Dinner: $75

Is transportation expensive in Barcelona?

Local transportation in Barcelona can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $21 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $30. 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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