How much does a trip to Lyon cost
A week in Lyon runs roughly $447–$2351 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
Indicative price — see live rates via the link.
Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Traboules in the Old Town
Secret traboule passageways, Renaissance courtyards and 2,000 years of history in Old Lyon near Cathédrale Saint-Jean
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise on the Saône
Admire the Fourvière hill, riverside quays and famous painted walls of Lyon from the water
Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine
Taste 5 authentic Lyonnais specialties paired with fine wine in France's gastronomic capital
ONLYLYON Lyon City Card — 1-Day Pass
One pass covering 40+ attractions incl. Musée des Confluences, Fourvière funicular, Saône cruise and unlimited TCL transport
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Lyon is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Lyon. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $140 | $315 | $630 |
| Transit | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| Stay | $266 | $735 | $1680 |
| eSIM | $13 | $13 | $13 |
| Total per person | $447 | $1091 | $2351 |
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FAQ
- How much money to bring to Lyon for a week?
- A week in Lyon costs roughly $447–$2351 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Lyon?
- Food runs $20–$90 a day and city transit about $4. Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Lyon. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.