Is West Palm Beach Expensive?

Is West Palm Beach expensive to visit?

West Palm Beach is a well-liked but higher-priced destination. It's generally considered to be a somewhat expensive destination, and our cost analysis agrees as the daily average travel price is $330. When compared to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a somewhat more expensive place. It stands in the top 25% of cities in North America for its overall travel costs. This makes it comparable to New York City and Oahu.

West Palm Beach, Florida

How expensive is West Palm Beach?

For a trip to West Palm Beach, travelers spend on average $330 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for West Palm Beach here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to West Palm Beach?

On average, a weekend trip to West Palm Beach costs about $989 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,977.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to West Palm Beach?

A one week trip to West Palm Beach costs about $2,307 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 one week trip costs $4,614.

Is it expensive to backpack in West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in West Palm Beach?

Examining hotel prices in West Palm Beach, we can see that they are moderately priced when compared to hotels in other cities. The average cost for a night in a hotel room is approximately $213. The city is equipped with about [5_STAR_COUNT] five-star hotels, boasting an average nightly rate of [5_STAR_PRICE]. For travelers aiming for a comfortable yet budget-conscious stay, three-star hotels come in at an average of $225 per night, while two-star hotels offer a more pocket-friendly choice at $107 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in West Palm Beach?

In West Palm Beach, 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 $19 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $55.

• Paddle Boarding Eco Adventure Tour Jupiter Florida - Singer Island: $77
• Palm Beach Sightseeing Tour: $130
• Parasailing Adventure in West Palm Beach: $109
• Clear Kayak Eco Tour in Jupiter, Florida: $75
• Jet Snorkel Tour in West Palm Beach: $69
• Tour and Photoshoot along Beautiful Historic Worth Ave: $49
• Private Tour and Photoshoot along Picturesque Historic Worth Ave: $265
• Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River Guided Tour: $69

Is food expensive in West Palm Beach?

In West Palm Beach, 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 $66 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $58.

• Prohibition Dinner & Drinks Tour: $101
• Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour: $85
• Mornings in the Market Food Tour: $75
• Food Tour of Historic West Palm Beach Neighborhoods: $101
• West Palm Beach: Mornings in the Market Food Tour: $75
• West Palm Beach: Prohibition Dinner & Drinks Tour: $101

Is transportation expensive in West Palm Beach?

Local transportation in West Palm Beach can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $49 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.