Is Zermatt Expensive?

Is Zermatt expensive to visit?

Zermatt is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $223. 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 Amalfi and Lausanne.

The Matterhorn, Zermatt, Switzerland

How expensive is Zermatt?

On average, visitors spend about $223 per day when visiting Zermatt (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $447 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 Zermatt here.

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

A weekend trip to Zermatt costs about $670 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 $1,340.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Zermatt costs around $1,564 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $3,127.

Is it expensive to backpack in Zermatt?

While Zermatt attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Zermatt is $42 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $42 and the most expensive rooms cost around $42. (See hostel prices in Zermatt here.)

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

• $42 for a dorm bed at Zermatt Youth Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Zermatt?

Hotel prices in Zermatt are very expensive compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $244 per night for a room on average. There are around 32 five star hotels in the city and they average $436 per night. Three star hotels average $212 a night and two star hotels average $128 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Zermatt?

Activities and things to do in Zermatt 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 $56 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $56.

• Sunnegga Funicular Ticket for Iconic Matterhorn Viewpoint: $63
• Mount Gornergrat: Zermatt's Spectacular Summit Ticket: $152
• Majestic Matterhorn: Zermatt to Glacier Paradise Cableway Ticket: $181
• Mystic Zermatt Tour: Peaks, History & Culture: $222
• Tapas tour in Zermatt: $111
• Sion Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $16
• Romance and Charms of Zermatt – Walking Tour: $221
• Private Village Tour in Zermatt’s Alpine: $243

Is food expensive in Zermatt?

Food in Zermatt can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $57 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $62. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Zermatt: Evening Tapas Tour with Dinner and Drinks: $119

Is transportation expensive in Zermatt?

Local transportation in Zermatt can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $53 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $38. 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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