Prices in Los Angeles

Do you want to set a budget for your trip to Los Angeles? Here's some useful information on the price of hotels, food, transport, and activities in the city so that you can plan ahead and save money.

Los Angeles is one of the most expensive cities to live in in the United States due to house prices and rent, especially in sought-after areas such as Hollywood.

Despite what you may think, Los Angeles isn't an expensive or unaffordable city for tourists, as you can find prices tailored to all budget sizes. 

Price Examples

Here are some examples of prices in LA so you can set yourself an approximate budget:

  • Metro and bus ticket: US$ 1.75
  • 7-day metro pass: US$ 25
  • Monthly metro pass: 75US
  • Hot dog from a street stall: US$ 3
  • Slice of pizza: US$ 4
  • Restaurant meal: Not including wine, from US$ 50
  • Double room in a central hotel: From US$ 120 per night
  • Taxi ride from the airport: Around US$ 40 - US$ 60 depending on the location of the hotel
  • Tickets to museums and monuments: Around US$ 12 - US$ 15 (some are free entry)
  • Go Los Angeles Card: From US$ 99