Is Toulouse Expensive?

Is Toulouse expensive to visit?

Toulouse 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 $167. If we compare it to the rest of Europe, 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 Europe for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Frankfurt and Valencia.

Toulouse, France

How expensive is Toulouse?

For a trip to Toulouse, travelers spend on average $167 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 Toulouse here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Toulouse costs about $500 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 $1,000.

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

A one week trip to Toulouse costs about $1,167 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 $2,334.

Is it expensive to backpack in Toulouse?

With more than 5 hostels in the area, Toulouse is a fairly popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $25 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Toulouse here.) There's a wide range in prices for beds, as the cheapest hostels cost $20, but the most expensive can be more than $29 per night.

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

• $25 for a dorm bed at La petite auberge de Saint-Sernin
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• $27 for a dorm bed at Friendly Auberge
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• $20 for a dorm bed at Eklo Toulouse
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Are hotels expensive in Toulouse?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Toulouse, we find them to be very economical in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $70. The area boasts about 4 five-star hotels with an average rate of $126 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $65 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $65 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Toulouse?

In Toulouse, 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 $17 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $37.

• Toulouse E Bike Tour: $48
• Toulouse Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $283
• Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Toulouse with Official Tour Guide: $250
• Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef (in English): $118
• Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Age of Enlightenment: $21
• Toulouse Victor Hugo Market Small Group Tasting Tour: $105
• Private tour of Toulouse in an electric Tuk Tuk: $64
• Toulouse: Private guided walking tour : $198

Is food expensive in Toulouse?

In Toulouse, 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 $68 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $77.

• Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $102
• No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $52
• Toulouse: Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $103

Is transportation expensive in Toulouse?

Exploring local transportation in Toulouse shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $45 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $33. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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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.