Capital city, Luxembourg
Luxembourg City
Small, wealthy clifftop capital with a pretty old town, free public transport and a big finance and EU crowd. Very safe and clean, but expensive, quiet at night and short on budget lodging.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$4,050–5,630Comfortable, one person · €3,600–5,000Details
- Value for money5/100Better value than 4% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–SepWarmest: Jul, 25°CDetails
- Air quality9 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2020) · Fairly cleanDetails
- Internet221 MbpsFixed broadband, Luxembourg medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is safe to drink; it is hard in some areas.Details
- LGBTQ+5/5Very welcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–113Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundWebtaxiWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work almost everywhere; cash for some small cafés and market stalls.Details
Where to stay in Luxembourg City
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Ville Haute (Old Town) | First visits: sights and cafés, walkable |
| Grund | Riverside bars and restaurants in the valley |
| Gare | Cheaper rooms, transport hub, mixed and busy |
| Limpertsberg / Belair | Quiet residential long stays and parks |
| Kirchberg | EU institutions, offices, malls and museums |
Apps that work in Luxembourg City
Ride-hailing
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Webtaxi | Local app and phone booking for taxis |
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wolt | Most restaurant choice and coverage |
| Uber Eats | Growing coverage in the city |
| Takeaway.com | Local restaurants and takeaways |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- mobiliteit.lu: Free national bus, tram and train planner
- Taxis: Taxis are metered and pricey; most trips are free by tram or bus. Book ahead at night or for the airport.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Luxembourg.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work almost everywhere; cash for some small cafés and market stalls.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs are common in towns; decline the machine's currency conversion and check your home bank's fees.
- Tipping: Service is included; rounding up or 5–10% for good service is appreciated.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work wherever cards are accepted.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen rules: 90 days in any 180 across the whole area; days spent in other Schengen countries count.
- The EU Entry/Exit System is live: non-EU visitors register fingerprints and a face photo at first entry, so expect longer queues.
- ETIAS (a €20 online pre-travel authorisation) is not required yet; its start has been delayed, so check before travel.
Emergency numbers
Police 113 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs from POST, Tango or Orange shops in Luxembourg City; bring your passport. EU SIMs roam at home rates. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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