Should I Visit Accra or Cologne for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Accra or Cologne?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Cologne, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Accra or Cologne?

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

Cologne

Spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, the city of Cologne dates back 2,000 years, once existing as the largest city of the Holy Roman Empire in medieval times. Today, it is the region's cultural hub - a center of museums, galleries, and towering Gothic cathedrals.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Germany, and The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany.

Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Accra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Accra Prices
Ghana Prices

Cologne Prices
Germany Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Accra $41

Cologne $204

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $41, while the average daily cost in Cologne is $204. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Accra and Cologne in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Accra $17

Cologne $94
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Accra $34

Cologne $188

Compare Hotels in Accra and Cologne

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Cologne? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Accra Hotel Prices and Cologne Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Accra $15

Cologne $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cologne:

Transfer from Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Luxury Car: $79
Superior Private Transfer from Cologne City to Dortmund City: $101
Cologne hotels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $157
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $187

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Cologne?

Prices for flights to both Cologne and Accra change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.

Food

Food Meals for one day

Accra $15

Cologne $89

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.

Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $43
Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $67
Cooking Class: $75
Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $80
Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons: $100
Private 1 to 2 Hours Street Food Tour in Ghana: $100
Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Food Tours and Market Tours : $116
Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135
Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $179

Typical Food Prices in Cologne

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cologne:

Dinner

$14
Donner Kebab

$4.13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cologne.

Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $28
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne With Set Lunch or Dinner: $31

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Accra $3.07

Cologne $21

Tours and Activities in Accra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:

Makola Market Walking Tour: $58
Half-Day Private Tour of Nima Market with Pick Up: $65
Accra City:Accra city Tour for Culture Seekers (Private: $68
Accra City Tour Experience: $70
Kwame Nkrumah Museum, Independence Square & More Tour: $70
Accra Central: Street Food Walking Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $72
Accra City Tour Experience: $75
Walking Tour of Accra: $75
Experience the History and the Culture Of Accra: $80
Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $80
City Tour with a Local Guide: $80
Accra City Tour Experience: $80

Tours and Activities in Cologne

Here are a few actual costs in Cologne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Cologne Walking Tour: The essential and unmissable one: $3.07
Original funky-fun Free Tour of Cologne: $3.08
Walking tour of The essential and unmissable: $3.12
Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.21
Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.22
Witch Hunt Self-Guided Tour in Cologne: $6.78
Cologne Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.30
Self Guided Walking Tour of City and Cathedral: $7.30
Cologne in 1 Day: Walking Tour with Digital Guide: $7.69
Cologne in 1 Day - Walking Tour - Audioguide in 7 languages: $7.83
Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.34
Cologne English Audio Tour with Quizzes on your Phone: $8.87

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Accra $4.40

Cologne $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cologne:

Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer: $18
Informative and fun brewery tour in German, public: $20
Public brewery tour in Cologne in English: $21
Public brewery tour in German in Cologne: $21
Cologne Night Pub Crawl - Shots and Party!: $23
Night Pub Crawl Tour in Cologne - Shots and Party!: $23
Old Town Walking Tour inkl Brewery Visit: $24
Pub Crawl Cologne Including Admission Fee for Bars and Shots: $26
South Cologne Walking Tour with brewery visit: $26
Kölsch Brewery Tour: $26
The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour: $27
Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings: $28

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Cologne, we can see that Cologne is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Cologne is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Cologne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cologne than you might in Accra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Cologne Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Accra or Cologne?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cologne. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Cologne, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Accra or Cologne?

Cologne has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Cologne. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Also, most visitors come to Cologne for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Accra is a little warmer than Cologne. Typically, the summer temperatures in Accra in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Cologne averages at about 19°C (66°F).

In July, Accra usually receives more rain than Cologne. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Accra 25°C (77°F)

Cologne 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Accra as well as Cologne. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Cologne because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Accra is generally much warmer than Cologne. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 26°C (79°F), and Cologne fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

Accra usually gets less rain in October than Cologne. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Accra 26°C (79°F)

Cologne 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Winter?

Both Cologne and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Also, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Cologne this time of year.

It's quite cold in Cologne in the winter. Accra is much warmer than Cologne in the winter. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Cologne fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).

In January, Accra usually receives less rain than Cologne. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Accra 27°C (81°F)

Cologne 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Spring?

Both Cologne and Accra during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Cologne for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Accra is much warmer than Cologne. Typically, the spring temperatures in Accra in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Cologne averages at about 10°C (50°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Accra. Accra usually gets more rain in April than Cologne. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Accra 28°C (82°F)

Cologne 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Cologne and Accra

	Accra		Cologne
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	27°C (81°F)	18 mm (0.7 in)	3°C (37°F)	61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb	28°C (82°F)	30 mm (1.2 in)	4°C (39°F)	48 mm (1.9 in)
Mar	28°C (82°F)	70 mm (2.8 in)	7°C (44°F)	63 mm (2.5 in)
Apr	28°C (82°F)	117 mm (4.6 in)	10°C (50°F)	55 mm (2.2 in)
May	27°C (81°F)	120 mm (4.7 in)	14°C (58°F)	68 mm (2.7 in)
Jun	26°C (79°F)	281 mm (11.1 in)	17°C (63°F)	76 mm (3 in)
Jul	25°C (77°F)	86 mm (3.4 in)	19°C (66°F)	80 mm (3.1 in)
Aug	24°C (75°F)	29 mm (1.1 in)	19°C (66°F)	73 mm (2.9 in)
Sep	25°C (77°F)	73 mm (2.9 in)	16°C (61°F)	62 mm (2.5 in)
Oct	26°C (79°F)	49 mm (1.9 in)	12°C (54°F)	54 mm (2.1 in)
Nov	27°C (81°F)	31 mm (1.2 in)	7°C (45°F)	65 mm (2.6 in)
Dec	27°C (81°F)	20 mm (0.8 in)	4°C (39°F)	71 mm (2.8 in)

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Cologne for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Cologne?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Accra or Cologne?

Accra

Cologne

Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Cologne

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Cologne?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Typical Food Prices in Cologne

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Tours and Activities in Cologne

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne

Which is Bigger, Accra or Cologne?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Cologne?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Cologne and Accra

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Cologne for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Cologne?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Accra or Cologne?

Accra

Cologne

Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Cologne

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Cologne?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Typical Food Prices in Cologne

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Tours and Activities in Cologne

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne

Which is Bigger, Accra or Cologne?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Cologne?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Cologne in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Cologne and Accra

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