Is Ayutthaya expensive to visit?
Ayutthaya is a fairly affordable travel destination with an average daily cost of $81. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Asia for its travel costs, comparable to places like Kuala Lumpur and Guilin.
Ayutthaya, Thailand
How expensive is Ayutthaya?
On average, visitors spend about $81 per day when visiting Ayutthaya (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $163 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 Ayutthaya here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Ayutthaya?
A weekend trip to Ayutthaya costs about $244 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 $488.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Ayutthaya?
Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Ayutthaya costs around $570 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,140.
Is it expensive to backpack in Ayutthaya?
Ayutthaya is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 6 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $9 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $6 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $12. (See hostel prices in Ayutthaya here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Ayutthaya.
- $9 for a dorm bed at Early Bird Hostel Ayutthaya
- $9 for a dorm bed at Plus Hostel Ayutthaya
- $12 for a dorm bed at Nakara Hostel Ayutthaya
Are hotels expensive in Ayutthaya?
Hotel prices in Ayutthaya are somewhat more affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $27 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 $30 a night and two star hotels average $24 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Ayutthaya
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4 stars | 5 | $70 |
| 3 stars | 30 | $30 |
| 2 stars | 28 | $24 |
| 1 star | 4 | $17 |
| No rating | 2 | $19 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Ayutthaya?
Activities and things to do in Ayutthaya 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 $29 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $20.
| Name | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Ayutthaya Historical Park | Free | more info |
| The Ayutthaya Floating Market | Free | more info |
| Bang Pa-In Royal Palace | ฿100 ($3) | more info |
- Ayutthaya Full-Day Tour with Bang Pa In (Summer Palace): $66
- Bangkok: Ayutthaya Night Tour (Join Tour): $67
- Ayutthaya: Luxury Hacker Craft Boat Cruise Temple sightsee: $68
- Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples and River Cruise Day Tour: $85
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Tour, Elephant Palace & Royal Kraal: $224
- Ayutthaya’s Heritage Revealed A Day Tour from Bangkok: $671
- Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour: $39
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Ancient City Temple Tour: $179
Is food expensive in Ayutthaya?
Food in Ayutthaya can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $37 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $30. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Bangkok: VELA Dinner Cruise Ticket: $27
Is transportation expensive in Ayutthaya?
Local transportation in Ayutthaya can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $28 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $13. 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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