Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Amsterdam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amsterdam or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Gdansk, 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: Amsterdam or Gdansk?
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital, and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. There are over one million residents in the metro area. Amsterdam is most famous for its canals that criss cross across the city, but it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The architecture, bridges, and cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmsterdam €175Gdansk €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €175, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. 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 Amsterdam and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmsterdam €102Gdansk €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmsterdam €204Gdansk €50
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam or Gdansk? 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: Amsterdam Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amsterdam €20Gdansk €7.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram€3.20
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Renting a Bike€15
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One Hour Canal Cruise€10
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Single Day Transit Pass€2.60
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport€3.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- 1-15 pers Taxi/Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Hoek van Holland: $199
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Airport Amsterdam to Den Haag: $273
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Alkmaar: $155
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Almere: $155
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Amersfoort: $199
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Den Helder: $255
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Haarlem: $105
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Hoorn: $183
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Leiden: $127
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Zandvoort: $122
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam city to Airport: $109
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam in Amsterdam City: $104
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Luxury Car: $56
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39
- Bubble Football with Hotel Transfers: $60
- Departure Private Transfer: Gdansk City to Gdansk Airport GDN by Minivan: $39
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Star: $58
- From Stutthof Concentration Camp Tour with Transfer: $192
- Gdansk Airport (GDN) Private Transfer to City Center Gdansk: $44
- Gdansk Airport - Gdynia City Private Transfer: $56
- Gdansk Airport - Sopot Private Transfer: $53
- Gdansk Airport One-Way Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Amsterdam 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
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Food Meals for one dayAmsterdam €43Gdansk €19
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea€6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Food Tour Amsterdam (Tip Based): $5.45
- Amsterdam Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood : $8.18
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood: $13
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Jordaan Neighbourhood: $13
- Self-Guided Food Tour of Amsterdam's De Jordaan District: $14
- Exclusive Burger Dinner Cruise: $32
- Pizza Cruise with Drinks: $40
- Evening Canal Cruise with Pizza and Drinks: $42
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket with A GOLD MENU Hard Rock Dinner: $43
- Burger Dinner Cruise through the Amsterdam Canals: $43
- Food Tour Jordaan District: $51
- Food Tour Amsterdam's Jordaan District Self-Guided: $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amsterdam €37Gdansk €7.62
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum€6.00
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House€17
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Golden Age Canals Walking Tour: $1.07
- Free walking tour of haunted Amsterdam: $1.07
- Red Light District Haunted History Night Tour: $1.70
- Two-hour walking tour of Amsterdam: $2.61
- City Exploration Game and Walking Tour: $3.21
- Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Best of Amsterdam City Tour: $3.21
- Amsterdam Spanish Tour 2 Hours: $3.26
- Alternative tour Amsterdam (Tip-Based): $3.26
- Free Walking Tour of Haunted Amsterdam: $3.27
- Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam (CYHIT): $3.27
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
- Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
- Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
- Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
- Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
- Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmsterdam €24Gdansk €4.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Amsterdam Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $21
- Amsterdam Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
- Bar Crawl with Shots and Beer Maid Guide: $25
- Central Pub Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $27
- Red Light District Pub Crawl: $27
- Distillery Tour & Tasting at Spirited Union: $27
- Original Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entrance: $29
- Chateau Urban Wine Tasting and optional bites: $32
- Self-guided Red Light District Pub Crawl Mystery: $37
- Leidseplein and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass: $37
- Red Light District and Local Pub Tour: $39
- Dutch Cheese and Wine Tasting: $42
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Gdansk, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amsterdam Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Gdansk?
Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 61% larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam and Gdansk, 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 Amsterdam or Gdansk?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Amsterdam or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Amsterdam are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Amsterdam because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amsterdam is around the same temperature as Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amsterdam in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Gdansk. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amsterdam. Amsterdam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk during summer. Amsterdam gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amsterdam usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmsterdam 17°C (62°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Gdansk in the Autumn?
Both Gdansk and Amsterdam during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Amsterdam this time of year.
In October, Amsterdam is generally a little warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 11°C (51°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Amsterdam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Amsterdam usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmsterdam 11°C (51°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amsterdam and Gdansk. Many travelers come to Amsterdam for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gdansk can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is much warmer than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Amsterdam averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Amsterdam usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Amsterdam gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Amsterdam usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmsterdam 2°C (36°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Gdansk in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amsterdam as well as Gdansk. Many visitors come to Amsterdam in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Amsterdam is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amsterdam in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Amsterdam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Amsterdam usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Amsterdam gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmsterdam 8°C (46°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Amsterdam
| Amsterdam | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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