Is Warsaw Expensive?

Is Warsaw expensive to visit?

Warsaw 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 $124. If we compare it to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a reasonably affordable place to visit. It ranks in the top 25% of cities in Europe for its affordability. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Santiago de Compostela and Zadar.

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How expensive is Warsaw?

For a trip to Warsaw, travelers spend on average $124 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 Warsaw here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Warsaw costs about $371 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 $742.

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

A one week trip to Warsaw costs about $865 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 $1,731.

Is it expensive to backpack in Warsaw?

With more than 20 hostels around town, Warsaw is a very popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost around $18 per night. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $9 and the most expensive rooms costing about $34. (See hostel prices in Warsaw here.)

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

• $27 for a dorm bed at Oki Doki Old Town Hostel Warsaw
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• $14 for a dorm bed at Safestay Warsaw Old Town
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• $16 for a dorm bed at Tatamka Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Warsaw?

Examining hotel prices in Warsaw, we can see that they are slightly more expensive when compared to hotels in other cities. The average cost for a night in a hotel room is approximately $49. The city is equipped with about 11 five-star hotels, boasting an average nightly rate of $91. For travelers aiming for a comfortable yet budget-conscious stay, three-star hotels come in at an average of $50 per night, while two-star hotels offer a more pocket-friendly choice at $32 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Warsaw?

In Warsaw, 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 $8 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $10.

• Warsaw for WWII Buffs - private tour with hotel pickup: $156
• Treblinka Death Camp 6 Hour Private Tour from Warsaw: $210
• Life Behind the Iron Curtain Warsaw Walking Tour: $28
• Self-Drive Tour: Communist Warsaw by Retro Fiat "Toddler": $71
• Communist Warsaw: private tour by retro minibus with hotel pickup: $156
• Warsaw Bike Tour: Old Town Guided Tour - 90 Minutes of Magic!: $28
• Jewish Heritage and Holocaust Memorial Tour of the Former Ghetto: $18
• Private Warsaw Old Town & Royal Route Walking Tour – Bestseller: $210

Is food expensive in Warsaw?

In Warsaw, 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 $51 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $30.

• Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Adrian: $94
• Flavours of Polish Christmas: 4 course dinner + cooking class : $125
• Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $77
• Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Warsaw: $119
• Half-Day Polish Food Walking Tour with Guide and Dinner: $95
• The Art of Pierogi Making - Warsaw cooking class dumplings: $87

Is transportation expensive in Warsaw?

Local transportation in Warsaw can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $5 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $7. 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.