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Budget Breakdown: Daily Costs in European Cities

Planning your European adventure budget? This comprehensive guide breaks down daily costs for accommodation, meals, transport, and attractions in major European cities to help you plan the perfect trip within your budget.

Updated: January 20257 min read

European Cities Budget Overview

€45-90
Budget-Friendly Cities
Prague, Budapest
€70-140
Moderate Cities
Rome, Vienna
€100-200
Expensive Cities
London, Paris

Understanding daily costs in European cities is crucial for planning your travel budget. Our Europe trip planner automatically calculates these costs based on your travel style and preferences, but here's the detailed breakdown to help you plan ahead.

Detailed City Budget Breakdowns

London

UK

€120-200
per day
Expensive
🏨 Accommodation:€60-120
🍽️ Meals:€35-50
🚇 Transport:€15-20
🎫 Attractions:€10-30

Must-See Highlights:

Big BenTower BridgeBritish MuseumWest End Shows
Paris

France

€100-180
per day
Expensive
🏨 Accommodation:€50-110
🍽️ Meals:€30-45
🚇 Transport:€10-15
🎫 Attractions:€10-25

Must-See Highlights:

Eiffel TowerLouvre MuseumNotre-DameChamps-Élysées
Rome

Italy

€80-140
per day
Moderate
🏨 Accommodation:€40-80
🍽️ Meals:€25-35
🚇 Transport:€8-12
🎫 Attractions:€7-20

Must-See Highlights:

ColosseumVatican CityTrevi FountainRoman Forum
Prague

Czech Republic

€50-90
per day
Budget-Friendly
🏨 Accommodation:€25-50
🍽️ Meals:€15-25
🚇 Transport:€5-8
🎫 Attractions:€5-15

Must-See Highlights:

Charles BridgePrague CastleOld Town SquareAstronomical Clock
Vienna

Austria

€70-120
per day
Moderate
🏨 Accommodation:€35-70
🍽️ Meals:€20-30
🚇 Transport:€8-12
🎫 Attractions:€7-18

Must-See Highlights:

Schönbrunn PalaceSt. Stephen's CathedralBelvedere PalaceNaschmarkt
Budapest

Hungary

€45-80
per day
Budget-Friendly
🏨 Accommodation:€20-45
🍽️ Meals:€12-20
🚇 Transport:€5-8
🎫 Attractions:€8-15

Must-See Highlights:

Parliament BuildingSzéchenyi Thermal BathsFisherman's BastionDanube River

Understanding European Travel Costs

Accommodation Costs

Budget (€15-40/night)

Hostels, shared rooms, budget hotels in outer areas

Mid-Range (€40-100/night)

3-star hotels, private rooms, central locations

Luxury (€100+/night)

4-5 star hotels, boutique properties, premium locations

Meal Costs

Budget (€15-25/day)

Street food, supermarkets, local eateries

Mid-Range (€25-40/day)

Casual restaurants, cafes, some fine dining

Luxury (€40+/day)

Fine dining, Michelin restaurants, hotel dining

Money-Saving Tips for European Cities

🏨 Accommodation

  • • Book hostels or budget hotels outside city centers
  • • Use vacation rentals for longer stays
  • • Consider overnight trains to save on hotels
  • • Book refundable rates and monitor for price drops

🍽️ Food & Dining

  • • Shop at local supermarkets for breakfast/lunch
  • • Try lunch menus at upscale restaurants
  • • Eat where locals eat, away from tourist areas
  • • Take advantage of happy hour deals

🎫 Attractions

  • • Buy city tourism cards for multiple attractions
  • • Visit free museums on designated days
  • • Book skip-the-line tickets online in advance
  • • Explore free walking tours and parks

Sample 10-Day Europe Trip Budgets

Budget Traveler
€800-1,200

Route: Prague → Budapest → Vienna

Accommodation: Hostels, shared rooms

Transport: Buses, regional trains

Meals: Supermarkets, local eateries

Activities: Free attractions, walking tours

Mid-Range Traveler
€1,500-2,500

Route: London → Paris → Rome

Accommodation: 3-star hotels, private rooms

Transport: High-speed trains, flights

Meals: Mix of restaurants and casual dining

Activities: Major attractions, some tours

Luxury Traveler
€3,000-5,000

Route: London → Paris → Rome

Accommodation: 4-5 star hotels, suites

Transport: First-class trains, business flights

Meals: Fine dining, Michelin restaurants

Activities: Private tours, premium experiences

Plan Your European Budget

Understanding daily costs in European cities helps you plan a realistic budget for your trip. Whether you're a budget backpacker or luxury traveler, Europe offers options for every budget level.

Our Europe trip planner automatically calculates costs based on your preferences and provides real-time budget tracking throughout your journey.

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