How much does it cost to travel to Torun?
You should plan to spend around $31 (zł124) per day on your vacation in Torun. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $9.72 (zł39) on meals
- $4.87 (zł20) on local transportation
- $28 (zł113) on hotels
A one week trip to Torun for two people costs, on average, $430 (zł1,732). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Torun has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Torun expensive to visit?
Torun is a very affordable place to visit. Located in Poland, which is a reasonably affordable country, visitors will appreciate the lower prices of this destination. It is in the top 10% of cities in the country for its affordability. Budget travelers enjoy spending long periods of time exploring Torun in depth.
Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Torun is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in Europe for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Torun.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Torun Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Torun?
The average Torun trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Torun travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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zł113
($28)
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Local Transportation 1
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zł20
($5)
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Food 2
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zł39
($10)
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Entertainment 1
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zł18
($5)
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Tips and Handouts 1
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zł1 -
4
($0 - 1)
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Alcohol 2
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zł10 -
30
($2 - 7)
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Accommodation Budget in Torun
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Torun is $14 (zł57). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Torun is $28 (zł113). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Torun? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Torun
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The cost of a taxi ride in Torun is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $4.87 (zł20) per person, per day, on local transportation in Torun.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$4.87
zł20
How much does it cost to go to Torun? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Torun will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Torun
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Torun can vary, the average cost of food in Torun is $9.72 (zł39) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Torun should cost around $3.89 (zł16) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Torun is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$9.72
zł39
Typical prices for Food in Torun are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Torun, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
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Ice Cream
zł2.60
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Gingerbread
zł2.50
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Sandwich
zł4.20
Entertainment Budget in Torun
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Entertainment and activities in Torun typically cost an average of $4.50 (zł18) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$4.50
zł18
Typical prices for Entertainment in Torun are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Torun, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Tips and Handouts Budget in Torun
Calculated from travelers like you
Alcohol Budget in Torun
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $4.96 (zł20) on alcoholic beverages in Torun per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$4.96
zł20
Water Budget in Torun
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, people spend $1.13 (zł4.54) on bottled water in Torun per day. The public water in Torun is considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
$1.13
zł4.54
Torun On a Budget
Torun, Poland
Torun is a city in northern Poland, on the Vistula River. This magnificently walled Gothic town on the Vistula should be high on every traveler's list, possibly as its delights seem low on everyone else's, leaving visitors who make it here to revel unrestricted in its wealth of red-brick buildings, Unesco-listed sites and medieval city defenses, all of which WWII mercifully decided to ignore. Beyond architecture, Torun is also well known as the birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus. His name is all over town, and you can even buy gingerbread shaped in his image. This other Torun icon - its pierniki (gingerbread) - is famous across Poland.
Sights
Torun has the largest number of preserved Gothic houses in Poland, many with Gothic wall paintings or wood-beam ceilings from the 16th to the 18th centuries.
The Cathedral of SS. John the Evangelist and John the Baptist is well worth a visit. It is an aisled hall church built in the 14th century and extended in the 15th century. It is also home to outstanding Gothic sculptures and paintings inside (Moses, St. Mary Magdalene, gravestone of Johann von Soest). You can also find Renaissance and Baroque epitaphs and altars (among them the epitaph of Copernicus from 1580), as well as the Tuba Dei, the largest medieval church bell in Poland and one of the largest in Europe.
Other interesting churches to visit include St. Mary's church, a formerly Franciscan aisled hall built in the 14th century, and St. James's church (often mistakenly called St Jacob's), a basilica from the 14th century, with monumental wall paintings and Gothic stalls.
The Old Town Hall is another interesting place to see. It was inaugurated in 1274, then extended and rebuilt between 1391 and 1399, and extended again at the end of the 16th century; considered one of the most monumental town halls in Central Europe. You can also explore the ruins of 13th-century Teutonic Knights' castle.
Neighborhoods
A visit to Torun is very likely to center on the city's old town and with nearly all the sights, plus bars and restaurants, you may not even leave the historic center your entire stay. This is with good reason, as Torun old town is immensely pretty and pleasantly walkable. Everywhere you look there are remarkable buildings flaunting intricate Gothic architecture. A perfect place to start a visit is with the large Old Town Market Square in the center of Old Town. Very much the beating heart of Torun's old town, the square is where you will find some of the most beautiful buildings in the city, such as the Postal Building and the Arthus House. The square is a great opener and should get you in the mood to explore and enjoy Torun's charms.
Activities
The Vistula cruise - often referred to as the Queen of the Polish rivers - has also something to offer everyone. The city panorama and its surrounding area seen from the shipboard or a floating cafe are bound to provide unforgettable experience. The cruise might be a lovely diversion from regular sightseeing or a relaxing break.
The Rope Course Park is a combination of challenges constructed from ropes installed above the ground and strung between trees. It has been designed for a wide range of users, including people with no experience. Using the course is an unforgettable experience, ideal for those who seek adrenaline rush and like outdoor challenge.
Visit the Teutonic Castle ruins. Being the first Teutonic settlement on the Polish land, Torun could boast the castle of the Commander, one of the most important in the Teutonic State. It was destroyed by Torun burghers in 1454 and now the only surviving elements include the somber vaults, the Gdanisko tower and the walls of the ground floor and tower. The vaults contain an armory, a kitchen, a scriptorium and the chamber of fear, which might serve as an interesting diversion.
Visit the Gingerbread Museum. One of the indispensable activities on the must-do list for all visitors to Torun is learning the centuries-long history and traditions of Torun gingerbread. The city offers myriad opportunities, yet a visit to the Gingerbread Museum is particularly recommended. There, apart from interesting and colorful exhibitions, one can learn about the profession of an old gingerbread maker. Inside, the visitors can wear historical costumes, listen to the gingerbread legends, get to know gingerbread spices, bake and try gingerbread cakes, and play various gingerbread games.
Food and Dining
A great diversity in restaurants establishes Torun as a truly culinary city.
Visitors to Torun have at their disposal restaurants of different standards that feature both foreign and Polish cuisine. The majority of restaurants, cafes, night clubs, and pubs enjoy an unbeatable location - occupying historical interiors or medieval cellars, all painstakingly restored, but are also designed so as to stay in harmony with modern furniture. Visitors who are short of time and travelling on a budget may choose to eat in a canteen or fast-food bar. Those who enjoy good food in a pleasant atmosphere will not be disappointed in Torun. Some restaurants offer dishes of 'local cuisine'. On these menus you can find sour rye soup, roast, etc. cooked in a special manner that is characteristic for Torun. The most famous product of Torun that has been made for centuries and is one of the most popular Polish food products is Torun gingerbread. You may buy gingerbread anywhere in Poland, but nowhere else will you get such a variety of shapes and sizes and most important, taste.
Transportation
Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport, located about 31 miles from Torun city center, is the closest airport and serves the whole Bydgoszcz-Torun metropolitan area, with a number of regular flights to European cities. With three main railway stations (Torun Glowny, Torun Miasto and Torun Wschodni), the city is a major rail junction, with two important lines crossing there. Two other lines stem from Torun, toward Malbork and Sierpc. Two bus depots serve to connect the city with other towns and cities in Poland. The city's public transport system comprises five tram lines and about 40 bus routes, covering the city and some of the neighboring communities.
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