Rest prices
Plan for at least three categories of expenses: accommodation, food and entertainment (including excursions and shopping). Let's try to calculate the average price of a holiday in Berlin.
It is one of the most expensive cities in Western Europe, so it is advisable to budget around 60 EUR per night for a double room (if you want to stay in the city center). According to reviews about vacations in Berlin, there are ways to save money: either book a place in a hostel (starting from 17 EUR), or stay further away from the city center (hotels on the outskirts will cost around 45-50 EUR on average), or visit the city in February, March, or April.
Food Prices in Berlin
Food in Berlin is diverse and generally affordable. If you're planning a budget trip for two in Berlin, you can eat street food — for example, a grilled sausage for 3–5 EUR or a kebab for 5–7 EUR is a great option. For a meal at a café or a budget restaurant (excluding drinks), expect to pay 20–30 EUR. If you buy groceries at the supermarket and cook yourself, you can manage on 50–100 EUR per week.
The most unpredictable expenses during a trip to Berlin are usually shopping and entertainment. For example, museum admission ranges from 7 to 24 EUR. You can save money by purchasing a Berlin WelcomeCard (valid for 2, 3, or 5 days), which offers free public transport and up to 50% discount on tickets to more than 150 Berlin museums. The card costs 26.90, 36.00, and 49.00 EUR respectively.
