Cost of living in Austria
Austria is primarily ski resorts. And also something aristocratic and refined blows from this country. Great musicians lived and worked here, tsars rested, and there is also unique architecture and the Vienna Opera. The cost of living in Austria is different, as in many other countries. It all depends on the possibilities. The best ski resorts in Austria:
- Mayerhofen;
- Kitzbuehel;
- Sant Anton;
- Lech.
Residence
The ski resorts have hotels of any comfort level. Prices start at 50 € per person per night. In cities, and directly in Vienna, prices for accommodation vary greatly. A room in a three-star hotel will cost an average of 100 €. For a budget holiday, it is better to find an inexpensive hostel. It costs from 20 € to spend the night in it. There is an opportunity to find apartments - prices for them are around 50 €, but in order to save money, they recommend renting one room.
Food
You can dine at fast food in Austria for 10 €, and in a regular cafe for 25 €. Dinner in a small restaurant will cost € 30–40. More luxurious restaurants offer a wide range of food and prices are much higher.
Transport
The most common way to travel around Austria is by rail. Trains run quite often. The ticket will cost 1–2 €. There are also many buses, they usually get to the railway stations. It is recommended to buy one ticket for both of these types of transport, as it is cheaper. Public urban transport in Austria is mainly buses and trams. For tourists there are tickets that are valid for several days. Taxis must be ordered by phone, it is not customary to stop the car on the street. Payment by meter, in addition about 2 € the client pays for boarding.
Entertainment
Prices for excursions in the Austrian capital start at € 10. About the same cost for bus tours around the city. You can buy a seat to the Vienna Opera for € 100–240. There are also cheap places - up to 30 €, but they are located in the upper galleys, so they are rather inconvenient. But you can buy a budget ticket for a standing place. The price is about 2 € to 4 €, and although the whole show will have to stand, it is much easier and more convenient if there is not enough money. A week at a ski resort will cost a tourist at least 300 €, but this price does not include airfare and visa. For everything together and for more accommodation, you will have to pay from 800 €.
