The budget for a trip to Paris can vary widely depending on your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and the activities you plan to do.
Here's a rough estimate of daily costs:
Accommodation: Budget hotels or guesthouses can range from 60 to 120 euros per night for a double room. Mid-range hotels can cost from 120 to 250 euros per night. Luxury hotels start at around 250 euros per night and can go up significantly from there.
Food and Drink: A meal at a budget restaurant or a street food vendor might cost between 7 to 15 euros. A three-course meal at a mid-range restaurant can cost between 30 to 50 euros per person. High-end dining can start at 70 euros per person and go up. A coffee might cost 2 to 4 euros, and a beer or a glass of wine can be around 5 to 7 euros.
Transportation: A one-way ticket on the Métro costs 1.90 euros, and a book of ten tickets costs 16.90 euros. If you're planning on using public transportation a lot, consider the Paris Visite travel card, which offers unlimited travel and costs from 13.20 euros for one day in zones 1-3.
Attractions: Entrance fees for museums and attractions can add up. The Louvre, for example, costs 17 euros for an online booking. Many attractions are discounted or free with the Paris Museum Pass, which costs 52 euros for two days. Remember that many museums are free on the first Sunday of the month.
Miscellaneous: Consider other costs like shopping, souvenirs, tips (optional in France, but appreciated for good service), and potential travel insurance.
As a rough estimate, a budget traveler might spend around 60-100 euros per day, a mid-range traveler might spend around 100-250 euros per day, and a luxury traveler can expect to spend from 250 euros to 500 euros or more per day.
These are only rough estimates and actual prices can vary, so it's a good idea to check recent information when planning your budget. It's also recommended to have a little extra money set aside for emergencies or unexpected opportunities.