Cheapest Places To Catch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Abroad For U.S. Swifties Who Missed Her
Taylor Swift has electrified audiences since her tour began in March 2023; their extreme dancing caused a 2.3-magnitude "Swift Quake" in Seattle. Swifties have clamored for seats they'd likely snub in favor of shaking it off to the more than three-hour-long show. That's if they manage to get a seat. Remember Ticketgate back in November 2022, when Ticketmaster crashed, and thousands of fans were left empty-handed and sobbing? Many lucky enough to score a ticket paid over double the box-office price. If you can't get enough of Tay Tay but don't have unlimited funds, listen up! There's a lot more to come in 2024, and Islands has the inside scoop on the cheapest international destinations to catch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Whether you walk hand in hand with your lover along the Seine in Paris or live out your wildest dreams belting out lyrics to "Delicate" in Vienna, these budget-friendly destinations offer reasonably priced tickets, inexpensive meals, and affordable hotel rooms Swifties will love. Fans can spend more time fantasizing about which secret songs Taylor will add instead of worrying about the damage done to their bank accounts. Islands dug deep to determine these affordable locales, studying official data on each city to determine the average cost of Eras Tour tickets, hotel rooms, meals, drinks, and transportation. We also considered each city's safety score to ensure each place is worth a visit. So zip up your sparkly boots and get bejeweled; it's time to sing!
Warsaw, Poland: August 1 - 3
Welcome to Warsaw, the cheapest destination to catch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2024. Today, Warsaw boasts a historic city center designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You won't have to pay a penny to ogle its architectural masterpieces while awaiting the show. In terms of actually seeing Taylor Swift's bejeweled performance on the PGE Narodowy stage in early August, we have good news! According to Islands' research, those who don't have tickets can nab one for as little as $443. Plus, with a safety score of 72.98 out of 100, you can't beat it.
More great news: Your leftover cash will go a long way in Warsaw. Islands' deep dive into meal costs found the average inexpensive dish will set you back $10.19. The current exchange rate (one Polish zloty is 25 cents) means you can dine at a top restaurant like the bougie Stolica for a great deal. Too tired to walk to your hotel? Islands' research found that an average taxi costs just $8.19 to travel 5 miles. We found average room rates for a four-star hotel to be $93.92 per night. During our investigation, a stay at the Hampton Inn Warsaw was priced at $121 on August 3, so book soon!
Gelsenkirchen, Germany: July 17 - 19
There's no chance of experiencing a cruel summer when visiting Gelsenkirchen for Taylor Swift's July concerts. Islands discovered that the cheapest concert ticket price will average around $387. That's not bad compared to the thousands some Swifties shelled out for seats sold by second-hand sellers in the U.S. Set in western Germany, Gelsenkirchen may not be as well known as its more populous counterparts Berlin and Hamburg, but it's packed with budget-friendly things to do and affordable places to stay and eat. According to Islands' research, the average four-star hotel costs $105.19 per night. It'd be best to find a room early as they'll get swept up quickly.
As for nosh, you won't have to break the bank to eat well here. According to Islands' research, the average cost of a meal in Gelsenkirchen is $17.36. Cafe del Sol is a fan fave in the city center. It's rated four stars on Google for friendly and fast service, tasty dishes, and good value. A classic burger will set you back about $10. Hoping to find inexpensive transportation from your hotel to the arena? No problem! A 5-mile taxi ride will cost about $21.22 on average.
Hamburg, Germany: July 23 - 24
Hamburg is a captivating city filled with fabulous shopping, decadent restaurants, eclectic markets, and enough live music to keep your toes tapping from dawn until dusk. No wonder you're looking to grab a cheap ticket to see Taylor Swift perform at the city's Volksparkstadion in late July. We bet you know all too well that this is where major concerts happen, with Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, and, of course, the legendary T. Swift gracing the stage before. And you'll be pleased to know that an inexpensive ticket at this gorgeous venue to see Blondie herself is as low as $411.
Grab a hotel room as fast as you can — they're bound to go quickly. While an average night costs $166.56 per Islands' research, we found rooms as low as $100 at the Condi Hotel. While in Germany, you should give schnitzel a try. Frau Möeller won't disappoint with its $14 "breaded pork cutlet." That's below the average meal price of $16.28. If you're looking to hit up a pub or bar after the show, hop in a taxi and check out some of the local establishments. No champagne problems required. According to Islands' research, an average pint of domestic beer will cost only $5.43.
Stockholm, Sweden: May 17 - 19
Once enveloped by Stockholm's friendly nature, avant-garde architecture, and overt creativity, it's easy to feel like the protagonist in a love story. No matter where you turn, something is bound to delight your senses, be it by touch, sight, taste, sound, or smell. When you add the myriad of captivating tourist attractions and 57 bridges that connect this Swedish city's 14 isles, becoming enchanted is the norm. This truly is a collection of islands for city lovers.
Like Taylor Swift, this waterfront capital likes to make its fans feel at home, tempting travelers with affordable rooms, low transportation costs, and cheap restaurants bursting with menu items designed to please every palate. The average meal at an inexpensive eatery costs $14.21, and a pint of beer is just over $7 ($7.12, to be exact). If you visit the highly-rated Mom's Kitchen, you can enjoy a mouth-wateringly good pasta carbonara for $12. As for concert tickets, these can be found cheaper than those available in Hamburg or Warsaw. The price for a cheap seat is $406. If you grab a ticket for Swift's last Stockholm show (May 19th), you'll find better hotel rates. At the time of writing, that night at the Quality Hotel Globe cost $150.
Paris, France: May 9 - 12
So, you are in love and looking for a place romantic enough to ignite your spark and exciting enough to provide endless activities that won't put you in the red. Should you head to France? Mais oui, Paris! In addition to being one of the most amorous cities in the world, the French capital is the cheapest destination to buy an Eras Tour ticket. The cheapest concert ticket price for a seat is a mere $313! Yes, you read that correctly. Now, take a deep breath because you need to calm down.
While these savings will make up for the more expensive hotel rooms you'll find here (our research found that average nightly rates are $242.93), you'll still want to hold on tightly to your extra cash. Keep in mind there are beautiful yet pricey restaurants on or near the Champs-Élysée. Instead, grab a bite at Le Blainville, where you can stuff yourself full of risotto for $13, which is under the average cost of an inexpensive meal, which Islands found to be $19.53.
Munich, Germany: July 27 - 28
Although smaller than Berlin and Hamburg, Munich is vast enough to occupy Swifties of all ages and interests. Located in the south, this German capital boasts colorful markets, historic buildings, world-class museums, fab restaurants, and plenty of beer. Speaking of ale, you're in luck. Summer visitors can enjoy a popular pastime: drinking in a beer garden. Bavaria's biggest beer garden, Hirschgarten is found right here. It hosts 8,000, so you can share your champagne problems with thousands. According to our research, an average pint in Munich costs just $4.89. And a concert ticket? The cheapest one will cost $472. Not bad!
Next up, you'll need to find accommodations — all that beer may make you fearless, so it's best to sleep it off before hitting the Olympiastadion for hours spent screaming, dancing, crying, or more likely, all of the above. Our research found that four-star hotel rooms average about $186.60 per night, but you can stay at Hotel Obermaier for $170 on July 28 (as of the time of writing). An inexpensive meal will run, on average, $16.29, and a shawarma at Sababa is only $7. If you have time to spare and don't mind driving a rental car through foreign countries, embark on an ultimate Taylor Swift road trip. Organize your playlist (obviously, "Getaway Car" needs to be included) and set your sights on Vienna. The Eras Tour hits this Austrian beauty on August 8-10, so you'll have plenty of time to cover the 250 miles.
Lisbon, Portugal: May 24 - 25
Lisbon is pretty, friendly, historic, and chock full of fun things to do. It's also an affordable place to visit for any concert buff. This charming Portuguese capital sits on the Atlantic Ocean, presided over by rolling hills, giant stone arches, and the picturesque Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lest you think it will be easy to avoid over-eating in this lovely city, know that Islands found the average cheap meal costs $14.92, and a pint of beer is only $3.26. Dishes at Floresta das Escadinhas cost between $7 and $14, and travelers rave about the friendly staff, tasty food, and signature sardines. Soon, you'll say, "Should've said no," after reaching for another pint, fish, or ice cream cone.
Expect to pay about $204 for a hotel room, higher during the key concert dates. A room at the well-reviewed Jupiter Lisboa Hotel on May 25 isn't too bad at $226, according to earlier Islands research. Taxis are quite reasonable in Lisbon, so take a taxi to the Estádio Da Luz. The average taxi fare costs about $10.14 per 5 miles, which we found during our study. If you want to vacation like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, book a flight to the Azores. Portugal's answer to the superstars' Bahamian holiday spot, Harbour Island, these easy and exotic islands have non-stop flights that are quite affordable. A round-trip flight from Lisbon to Terciera on Ryanair can be as cheap as $45.
Lyon, France: June 2 - 3
If Paris is France's city for lovers, Lyon is the country's haven for gastronomes. While this elegant waterfront ville is carpeted in hidden passages, intricate churches, ornate fountains, and archeological treasures, the mouth-watering food entices tourists to visit in droves. Well, that and the Eras Tour scheduled to hit the Groupama Stadium on June 2 and 3. The lowest ticket price for this stop on Taylor Swift's journey — Are you ready for it? — is $582. That's more expensive than all but one of the destinations on this list. Try not to worry. You'll be able to save elsewhere during your stay in Lyon.
Luckily, this pretty city is home to enough budget-friendly accommodations and restaurants that there's no need to pad your wallet before visiting. While our research found that the average four-star hotel will cost about $160.26 a night, you might be able to grab a room at the Hôtel Lyon Métropole for around $150 on June 2. When it comes time to whet your appetite, garnering energy for your all-night dance party, visit Empanadas Club for, you guessed it, empanadas. An order of four will cost about $17.50, which is around the average price of a meal at $16.28, according to our research. Save your feet by taking a taxi to the concert. Fairly inexpensive, the driver will charge an average of $19.41 to drive you 5 miles.
Cardiff, Wales, UK: June 18
Of all the cheap destinations on this list, tickets to Taylor Swift's Era's Tour are most expensive in Cardiff. In this southern Welsh city, the cheapest concert ticket price on average is $679. If you just experienced a blank space in your brain at that number, don't panic. Islands found that important elements like accommodations, restaurant meals, and taxi fares are low enough to make a trip to experience the concert in this Welsh capital worthwhile. A night in a four-star hotel, for instance, averages $118.98. Prices may be higher the night of the Eras Tour, of course, but as of mid-April, you could nab a room right off Cardiff International Airport at Celtic International Hotel for $133. Getting around town won't cost a ton, with taxis charging about $15.86 per 5-mile journey.
That means you could get to the main tourist sites like Cardiff Castle cheaply. Visiting Wales without eating in a pub is unheard of, so plan your grub stops wisely. Lewis Arms Hotel is a cheap place to enjoy a meal and drinks, with a classic fish and chips dish (including mushy peas) available for $12. An average domestic pint throughout the city will cost about $5.39. With all the money you save, buy a cozy cardigan in one of the local shops. It won't be Taylor Swift-branded, but it will keep you warm on the post-concert journey back to your hotel.
Vienna, Austria: August 8 - 10
What better place to sing with Taylor Swift than Vienna, the city of music? Classical greats like Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, and Mozart lived and worked in this elegant city, embedding their musical roots throughout this Austrian gem. A true mastermind when it comes to putting on a good concert, Vienna is primed for creative genius in many forms — like Taylor Swift, of course. And Islands' research found that the cheapest average Eras Tour ticket to see the Vienna leg is $496.
Hotels in Vienna are more expensive than all others on this list of the cheapest destinations to catch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2024, except for Paris. Swifties can expect to pay an average of $226.67 for one night. Prices are inflated around the concert; the cheapest night is August 10. For affordable food, head to the cheap and cheerful W!R Schachteln restaurant. The roast pork with crackling costs $13.73, while a serving of Oliver's chocolate cake with sour cherries is just over $5. With local pints averaging $4.89 each, you can have your beer and drink it, too! Save a night or two to enjoy an outdoor performance at Liechtenstein Garden Palace or a local park — you won't regret it. The Summer Rhapsody concerts conclude on August 18, so your timing is perfect.
Our methodology
These cities were chosen by looking at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour international dates with available tickets on StubHub as of April 11. Data was then collected in each city, including the average cost of an inexpensive meal, the average cost of a taxi fare for 5 miles, the average four-star hotel cost per night, the cheapest average concert ticket available, and the city's safety score. International currencies were converted to U.S. dollars using the conversion option available on the Numbeo website, where we collected a lot of our data.
We then determined the total lowest average cost by calculating the price of the cheapest concert ticket, a two-night hotel stay, six inexpensive meals, one domestic beer, and two taxi rides. This amount does not include plane tickets and other travel expenses, clothing, or concert merch. Each city was given a total lowest average cost, which resulted in our final ranking of the cheapest destinations for Taylor Swift fans to catch the Eras Tour abroad in 2024. Dublin, Ireland, was excluded from the study as concert ticket prices were not available.