Paris

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Ah, Paris! The capital city of the French Republic, the city of light, the city of love, and one of the most expensive cities in Europe. Paris is definitely not a budget destination. Just to get an idea, it’s more than 100% more expensive than my hometown, Bucharest, which is a real budget destination. However, it’s difficult to plan a visit to Europe without thinking about Paris.

France budget travel advice:
To avoid spending too much while visiting Paris, I suggest you read my guide to budget travel in Europe. You will learn how to find cheap flights and other transportation, but also how to save money on accommodation and food.

How much does it cost to visit Paris?

Are you ready for this? As a budget traveler, you’ll be spending around € 59 per day, without counting the accommodation. Do you still want to visit Paris? Then look below to learn more about the daily travel costs of visiting Paris.


Paris accommodation costs

Hotel or hostel for one person € 38 – 313
Typical double room € 76 – 626
France travel costs to stay in Paris

Paris food and drinks costs

A meal in an inexpensive restaurant € 12 – 20
A meal in a mid-range restaurant € 20 – 35
Local beer (0.5 liters, draught) € 5 – 8
Water (0.33 liter, bottle)
Tap water is safe to drink in Paris, however.		 € 1.20 – 4
France travel costs to eat and drink in Paris

Paris fares and public transport

One-way public transportation ticket € 1.90
Taxi (price per kilometer) € 1.05 – 1.97
Gasoline (1 liter) € 1.50 – 1.70
France travel costs to get around Paris

Paris visiting costs – Top attractions in Paris

Musee d’Orsay € 12.40
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris Closed.
Louvre Museum € 17
Eiffel Tower € 25.5
Sainte-Chapelle € 10
France travel costs for a visit in Paris

Paris City Pass

48h Paris Pass € 139
72h Paris Pass € 174
Use the Paris City Pass to lower your France travel costs

The Paris Pass offers you free access to over 60 museums and monuments in the French capital, plus a river cruise on the Seine or one of the other 12 interesting attractions. In addition, the Paris Pass covers public transport in the center of Paris, too.

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