Is New Orleans Expensive?

Is New Orleans expensive to visit?

New Orleans is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $239. If we compare it to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in North America for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as San Francisco and Boston.

New Orleans, Louisiana

How expensive is New Orleans?

Travelers spend an average of $239 per day when visiting New Orleans (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for New Orleans here.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to New Orleans costs around $716 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,431.

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

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to New Orleans will cost around $1,670 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $3,340.

Is it expensive to backpack in New Orleans?

With more than 6 hostels around town, New Orleans is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $20 per night. There's a wide range in prices here, as the cheapest beds cost around $14. The most expensive dorm beds will cost more than $23 at times, too. (See hostel prices in New Orleans here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in New Orleans.

• $20 for a dorm bed at India House Backpackers Hostel
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• $23 for a dorm bed at Auberge NOLA Party Hostel
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• $17 for a dorm bed at The Quisby
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Are hotels expensive in New Orleans?

Examining hotel prices in New Orleans, we can see that they are very affordable when compared to hotels in other cities. The average cost for a night in a hotel room is approximately $132. The city is equipped with about 3 five-star hotels, boasting an average nightly rate of $254. For travelers aiming for a comfortable yet budget-conscious stay, three-star hotels come in at an average of $157 per night, while two-star hotels offer a more pocket-friendly choice at $98 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in New Orleans?

In New Orleans, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $55 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $55.

• Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery Walking Tour: $25
• Creole Architecture of the Marigny Tour: $35
• The Blackest Ghost Tour Ages 17 and Above: $40
• New Orleans Jazz Walking Tour: $30
• Treme Music and Black History Tour of New Orleans: $40
• New Orleans Taste of Gumbo Food Walking Tour: $87
• New Orleans Historical and Haunted Walking Tour: $15
• New Orleans True Crime and Coffee Walking Tour: Adults Only: $37

Is food expensive in New Orleans?

In New Orleans, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $45 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $58.

• Private New Orleans Food Tour of the French Quarter : $85
• Private New Orleans Neighborhood Food Tour - Historic Driving "Dine-Around": $185
• New Orleans Hands-On Cooking Class with Meal: $162
• Hands-on Cajun Traditions Cooking Class: $164
• Small-Group New Orleans Food Walking Tour and Cooking Class: $109
• Food Tour of New Orleans Garden District group of 9 or less: $125

Is transportation expensive in New Orleans?

Local transportation in New Orleans can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $51 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $46. 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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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.