Liechtenstein, a fun country known for its beauty, culture, food, and exciting activities, is a terrifc choice for your next trip. Our travel cost guide will help you stay on budget while still enjoying every moment. Learn about average trip costs, accommodation, dining expenses, and everything else you need for a budget-friendly trip, with actual travel expenses gathered from previous travelers.
How much does it cost to travel to Liechtenstein?
You should plan to spend around $307 (Sfr269) per day on your vacation in Liechtenstein. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $126 (Sfr111) on meals
- $48 (Sfr42) on local transportation
- $275 (Sfr241) on hotels
A one week trip to Liechtenstein for two people costs, on average, $4,300 (Sfr3,766). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
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One Week
Per person
$2,150
Sfr1,883
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2 Weeks
Per person
$4,300
Sfr3,766
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One Month
Per person
$9,214
Sfr8,070
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One Week
For a couple
$4,300
Sfr3,766
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2 Weeks
For a couple
$8,599
Sfr7,532
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One Month
For a couple
$18,427
Sfr16,140
How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Liechtenstein cost?
A one week trip to Liechtenstein usually costs around $2,150 (Sfr1,883) for one person and $4,300 (Sfr3,766) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
A two week trip to Liechtenstein on average costs around $4,300 (Sfr3,766) for one person and $8,599 (Sfr7,532) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Liechtenstein will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.
A one month trip to Liechtenstein on average costs around $9,214 (Sfr8,070) for one person and $18,427 (Sfr16,140) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Liechtenstein expensive to visit?
Liechtenstein is a moderately priced destination to visit. It's about average with most other countries for travel costs. The prices for food, accommodation, and transportation are all fairly reasonable.
Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Liechtenstein is somewhat more expensive compared to the other countries. It is in the top 25% of countries in Europe for its travel costs. While a few countries in the region are more expensive, Liechtenstein is more expensive than most.
From budget stays to luxury resorts, Liechtenstein offers an array of options to match any traveler's needs and spending plan. You'll find budget hotels if you're looking to save, but there are also luxurious options for those who want to spend more, plus mid-range hotels for families and couples.
You can spend a lot in Liechtenstein, but frugal choices like eating at less expensive restaurants and enjoying free activities will keep your budget in check.
On average, budget travelers spend $139 (Sfr120) per person per day, mid-range travelers spend $312 (Sfr269) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $590 (Sfr511) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Liechtenstein.
For more details, see Is Liechtenstein Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Liechtenstein?
The average Liechtenstein trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Liechtenstein travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Liechtenstein cost?
Liechtenstein on a Budget
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Category
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Budget
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Mid-Range
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Luxury
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Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy
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$60
(Sfr53)
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$137
(Sfr120)
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$262
(Sfr230)
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Local Transportation 1
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$21
(Sfr18)
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$48
(Sfr42)
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$91
(Sfr80)
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Food 2
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$55
(Sfr48)
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$126
(Sfr111)
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$242
(Sfr212)
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Entertainment 1
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$14
(Sfr12)
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$32
(Sfr28)
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$62
(Sfr54)
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Alcohol 2
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$6-19
(Sfr5-16)
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$14-43
(Sfr12-37)
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$27-82
(Sfr24-72)
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Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget
Setting realistic expectations for your budget is crucial to knowing how much you'll likely spend. While many like to think of themselves as "budget" travelers who can get by on just $139 a day, the truth is, most find that kind of travel less than comfortable. Think about what you genuinely enjoy and how you've traveled before. Do you lean toward resorts and vacation rentals, or the lower-priced hostels? Is eating out a big deal for you? What type of transportation do you like? Your responses to these questions will play a significant role in shaping your overall travel budget.
The Truth on Budget Travel
People often say you can visit Liechtenstein for just $139 daily, but unless you're okay with sacrificing many comforts, be ready to shell out a lot more.
Backpackers can typically make that budget work, but it usually requires sleeping in dorm-style hostels, eating at the most affordable restaurants or fast food spots, taking public transit or walking, and sticking to free sights.
Are You Considered an Average Traveler?
If you're traveling as a couple or family, you'll probably want to stay in a mid-range hotel, enjoy meals at popular restaurants, and visit major museums and attractions that require entry fees. You'll want to visit the major attractions, sights, and landmarks. After all, most activities do come with a price tag. With that in mind, you should realistically plan for a daily budget of about $312 per person.
Liechtenstein has tons of hotels and vacation rentals available. If you're traveling with a group or family, sharing accommodations with a partner, friend, or your family will cut back on the daily per-person budget. Popular family-friendly destinations like Vaduz offer hotels and restaurants that cater specifically to kids. For a family-friendly stay, consider Park-Hotel Sonnenhof in Vaduz or Residence Hotel Vaduz in Vaduz. If you're seeking romance in Vaduz, Park-Hotel Sonnenhof is an ideal place for couples to stay. You can discover more family and couples options in our hotel guide for Liechtenstein here.
Want to Escape the Daily Grind in Style?
For a trip filled with top-notch service and every possible comfort, expect your budget to reach around $590 per day, per person. Staying in high-end accommodations, enjoying gourmet meals, going on lavish adventures, and hiring personal drivers comes with a luxury price tag. You'll be in the company of the wealthy in locations like the major cities and resort areas. Or you could plan an multi-day adventure by booking a higher end tour such as Glorious Switzerland - offered by Insight Vacations.
Accommodation Budget in Liechtenstein
In Liechtenstein, the wide range in hotel prices might surprise you. There's a big difference between budget and luxury options, especially during the busy season when prices are much higher. If you visit during the low season, you can find better deals, and booking early often helps with savings as well.
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid in Liechtenstein for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $275 (Sfr241). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $137 (Sfr120) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Liechtenstein? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Local Transportation Budget in Liechtenstein
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, past travelers have spent $48 (Sfr42) per person, per day, on local transportation in Liechtenstein. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Liechtenstein is significantly more than public transportation.
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Local Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$48
Sfr42
Food Budget in Liechtenstein
Calculated from travelers like you
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While restaurant and meal prices in Liechtenstein can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Liechtenstein is $126 (Sfr111) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$126
Sfr111
When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Liechtenstein is about $128 (Sfr111) per person. Previous travelers have typically spent from $56 to $245 per day. Generally, breakfast and lunch will cost less than dinner, but that will vary based on the type of restaurant and what you order.
Typical meal prices in Liechtenstein are as follows:
- Breakfast: $23 to $38
- Lunch: $19 to $64
- Dinner: $45 to $102
- Coffee: $12
- Fast Food or Street Food: $20
Cuisine of Lichtenstein ranges from hearty mountain dishes in the smaller towns to gourmet restaurants in some of the more upscale areas. One typical dish is "Kasknopfle," a doughy kind of pasta made with melted cheese and usually served with green salad, potato salad, or apple sauce. Another common meal throughout the Rhine Valley is "Ribel" or "Rebl." Once the poor man's food, this cornmeal-based specialty is hearty and healthy and generally eaten with coffee, apple sauce, cooked cherries, elderberry sauce, compote, or sour cheese. "Schwartenmagen," or pickled meat in jelly, is also popular. In Vaduz, the main square has a number of cafes and restaurants serving Liechtenstein, Swiss, and Austrian fare at reasonable prices. There are also a few bakeries which sell fresh rolls and pastries, as well as a McDonald's which is very popular and advertised throughout the country.
Transportation
Due to its small size, Lichtenstein has no airports. There are, however, three international airports within an hour's drive of the country. Zurich-Kloten (in Switzerland) is 115 kilometers away, St. Gallen-Altenrhein (also in Switzerland) is 50 kilometers away, and Friedrichshafen (in Germany) is 85 kilometers away.
The easiest way of getting to Liechtenstein by public transportation is to ride a train to Sargans or Buchs in Switzerland, or Feldkirch in Austria, and then take a connecting bus to Liechtenstein.
By car, the Swiss Autobahn A13/E34 runs along the Swiss side of the Rhine River, which marks the border between Switzerland and Liechtenstein. There are several access points that cross the Rhine into Liechtenstein - the two that most commonly used are the bridge crossing into the southern town of Balzers and the crossing into Vaduz.
When dining out with children, look for eateries that have a childrens' menu. It can save you a lot of money since these meals are typically more affordable. Some restaurants might not show the kids' options on the menu, so don't hesitate to ask your waiter first.
Many hotels come with breakfast included in the price, but some add it as an extra fee. The quality and cost of breakfast can change depending on the hotel. Knowing what to expect can assist you in deciding whether the hotel buffet is a worthwhile expense or if a nearby bakery or café would be a better choice.
Make sure to carry a water bottle instead of buying drinks at every opportunity. It's also a great way to help the environment.
If you're planning to take a tour, make sure you know which meals are included beforehand. You might be on the hook to pay for some of the food yourself which can add to your budget.
Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Liechtenstein
Calculated from travelers like you
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Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Liechtenstein typically cost an average of $32 (Sfr28) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$32
Sfr28
A nice way to explore destinations in Liechtenstein is with local tours that last just a few hours. This way you can see as much as possible in an efficient way with knowledgable guides. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:
- Enchanting Vaduz Walking Tour: History, Architecture & Views for $217 details
- Romantic Journey in Vaduz Walking Tour for $191 details
- Memorable Family Walking Tour in Vaduz for $217 details
- Marvelous Christmas in Vaduz Walking Tour for $290 details
Nightlife Budget in Liechtenstein
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $29 (Sfr25) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Liechtenstein per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$29
Sfr25
While enjoying the nightlife is often one of the most fun activities while traveling, cutting back on drinking can actually help reduce your travel budget in a big way.
Traveling in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein
Landlocked by Switzerland to the east and Austria to the west, Lichtenstein is a small 25 kilometer-long country with beautiful alpine scenery. As a last remnant of the Holy Roman Empire, the country is also characterized by historic sites, medieval castles, and picturesque villages.
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Top Tourist Attractions
Being a small country, Lichtenstein is less divided by regions and rather distinguished by its towns and cities. Vaduz, for example, is the nation's capital where visitors can explore the grounds around the city's castle, learn local history and culture at its museums, and enjoy views of the Swiss Alps towering above the Rhine River. Schann, just to the north of Vaduz, is Lichtenstein's largest city. Other destinations include the church and castle of Balzers, the skiing and snowboarding area of Malbun, the historic town of Triesen, and the alpine town of Triesenberg. A handful of additional towns include Ruggell with a nature reserve of rare plants and animals, Nendeln with ceramics and Roman ruins, and Schellenburg with a museum of rural homes. For ideas of what to see and do, check out this 1-day itinerary of Liechtenstein.
Valduz, though it is a largely modern city, is a main point of interest for visitors in this small country. One attraction is the Valduz Castle which is placed above the main city on a hill surrounded by charming woods. A short walk up this hill will bring visitors to the outskirts of the castle grounds where they can find a breathtaking view of the city below with a lovely mountain backdrop. Walking down to the Rhine River to the old covered bridge will also offer impressive views of the nearby mountains.
The city itself has a number of interesting museums. The Art Museum, or KunstMuseum, for example, has a selection of rotating modern art displays, while the National Museum just down the street gives insight into the broad history of Lichtenstein itself. There is also the Post Museum which displays the history of Liechtenstein's postal history as well as all stamps issued over the last hundred years amongst other things.
Additional attractions include the Prince's Wine Collection which is available to view by a vineyard on the Northern edge of Vaduz, a ski museum in Valduz, the Cathedral of St. Florin, Burg Gutenberg in Balzers, St. Joseph at Parish Church in Triesenburg, and the ski resort area of Malbun.
With its mountain terrain, Liechtenstein offers great hiking, road biking, and mountain biking opportunities. Skiing and snowboarding are also popular in the resort town of Malbun with reasonable lift prices compared to those in the neighboring countries of Switzerland and Austria. Though it is a small country, Lichtenstein does have its own assortment of sightseeing prospects with medieval castles, churches, a few museums, and a gorgeous valley landscape with impressive mountains on either side. In Vaduz there are also places for shopping, where tourists can find a selection of souvenirs to commemorate their visit.
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