Is Belfast Expensive?

Is Belfast expensive to visit?

Belfast is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $166. 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 Dijon and Florence.



Belfast, England

How expensive is Belfast?

On average, visitors spend about $166 per day when visiting Belfast (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $331 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 Belfast here.

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

A weekend trip to Belfast costs about $497 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 $993.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Belfast costs around $1,159 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,317.



Giants Causeway, Northern Ireland

Is it expensive to backpack in Belfast?

Belfast is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 6 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $20 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $12 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $33. (See hostel prices in Belfast here.)

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

  • $16 for a dorm bed at Belfast International Youth Hostel
  • $33 for a dorm bed at Global Village
  • $20 for a dorm bed at Vagabonds

Are hotels expensive in Belfast?

Hotel prices in Belfast are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $108 per night for a room on average. There are around 2 five star hotels in the city and they average $223 per night. Three star hotels average $116 a night and two star hotels average $60 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Belfast
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 2 $223
4 stars 17 $112
3 stars 16 $116
2 stars 5 $60
1 star 1 $18
No rating 1 $20

2, Maryville Park, Belfast
Overall Rating 9.7
690 Ravenhill Rd, Belfast
Overall Rating 9.6

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Belfast?

Activities and things to do in Belfast 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 $23 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $0.

    • Black Taxi Tour and Crumlin Road Gaol tour Combo: $139
    • Cab tour Belfast famous taxi private 2hr adventure mural,history : $146
    • Game of Thrones Escape Room Experience: $32
    • Historical Private Tour in Belfast : $76
    • 3 Hour extended Murals Tour: $101
    • The Troubles ,murals,history,and peace walls 2 hrs taxi tour: $101
    • Belfast iconic mural taxi tour private 2hr adventure : $100
    • Museum Ticket: $6.90

    Is food expensive in Belfast?

    Food in Belfast can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $63 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $46. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • Belfast Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $108
    • Belfast: Guided Craft Beer and Street Food Tour: $81

    Is transportation expensive in Belfast?

    Local transportation in Belfast can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $18 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $36. 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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