A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amsterdam vs. Plzen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amsterdam or Plzen?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Plzen, 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 Plzen?

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.

Plzen

Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Amsterdam?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €175, while the average daily cost in Plzen is €95. 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 Plzen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amsterdam 102
    Plzen 57
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amsterdam 204
    Plzen 114
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Plzen

Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam or Plzen? 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.

Hotels in Amsterdam


Hotels in Plzen


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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 Plzen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amsterdam 20
    Plzen 7.72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:


  • Ride on Tram
    3.20
  • Renting a Bike
    15
  • One Hour Canal Cruise
    10
  • Single Day Transit Pass
    2.60
  • Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport
    3.40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:

  • Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Amsterdam: $6.41
  • Airport Express Bus Transfer to/from City Center: $7.06
  • 1-Way Train Transfer to/from Haarlem: $7.49
  • Train Transfer From/To Zandvoort in Amsterdam: $8.14
  • Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Utrecht: $12
  • Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Leiden: $14
  • Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Rotterdam: $17
  • Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days With Airport Transfer: $20
  • Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Rotterdam: $22
  • Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Eindhoven: $26
  • Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Amsterdam: $27
  • From Keukenhof and Tulip Fields Transfer: $27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:

  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $88
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $117
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $273

Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Plzen?

Prices for flights to both Plzen 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amsterdam 43
    Plzen 29
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam

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


  • 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.

  • Amsterdam Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood : $8.28
  • Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood: $14
  • Self-Guided Food Tour in De Jordaan Neighbourhood: $14
  • Evening Canal Cruise with Pizza and Drinks: $32
  • Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise With Pizza and Drinks: $33
  • Food Tour Jordaan District: $36
  • Dinner Cruise with Fries Bitterballen and Drink from Amsterdam: $38
  • Pizza Cruise with Drinks: $41
  • Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket with A GOLD MENU Hard Rock Dinner: $52
  • Food Tour Amsterdam's Jordaan District Self-Guided: $52
  • 3-course Dinner in the Dark Amsterdam: $54
  • 3 Course Dinner in the Dark: $54

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amsterdam 37
    Plzen 20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam

Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum
    6.00
  • 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:

  • Amsterdam city centre historical walking tour: $1.09
  • Golden Age Canals Walking Tour: $1.09
  • Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam: $3.26
  • City Exploration Game and Walking Tour: $3.26
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Amsterdam: $3.30
  • Photo Tour in Amsterdam 2 Hours: $3.30
  • Free Walking Tour of Haunted Amsterdam: $3.31
  • Free walking tour of haunted Amsterdam: $4.34
  • Private Tour of Simonehoeve Cheese Farm and Clog Factory: $5.52
  • Private Walking Tour through the Streets of Amsterdam: $5.52
  • An Amsterdam Introduction: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the City's Origins: $5.99

Tours and Activities in Plzen

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

  • Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.69
  • Pilsen Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.81
  • Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $33
  • Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $202
  • Experience Best Prague Tandem Skydiving : $252
  • Private Tour to Pilsner Urquell from Prague: $273

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amsterdam 24
    Plzen 22

Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam

Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Amsterdam Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $16
  • Amsterdam Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
  • Original Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entrance: $26
  • Central Pub Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $27
  • Red Light District Pub Crawl: $27
  • Distillery Tour & Tasting at Spirited Union: $28
  • Leidseplein and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass: $31
  • Chateau Urban Wine Tasting and optional bites: $33
  • Original Amsterdam Pub Crawl: $33
  • Red Light District Tour | Pub Crawl Mystery: $38
  • Kings Night Ultimate Party Pub Crawl: $38
  • Red Light District and Local Pub Tour: $40

Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:

  • Brewery Museum Entrance including a Glass of Beer: $6.61
  • Pilsen: Brewery Museum Entrance with a Glass of Beer: $7.06
  • Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
  • Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $18
  • Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $109
  • Pilsner brewery tour incl beer tasting & Czech town Pilsen: $141


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Plzen, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Plzen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plzen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plzen 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 Plzen.

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


Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Plzen?

Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Plzen. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam and Plzen, 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 Plzen?

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 Plzen in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amsterdam and Plzen. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Amsterdam this time of year.

In July, Amsterdam is generally cooler than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 17°C (62°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Plzen this time of the year. In Amsterdam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amsterdam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen during summer. Amsterdam gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Amsterdam usually receives less rain than Plzen. Amsterdam gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amsterdam 17°C (62°F) 
    Plzen 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Amsterdam or Plzen in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Amsterdam as well as Plzen. Many travelers come to Amsterdam for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Amsterdam is around the same temperature as Plzen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amsterdam averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the autumn, Amsterdam often gets less sunshine than Plzen. Amsterdam gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun.

Amsterdam usually gets more rain in October than Plzen. Amsterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amsterdam 11°C (51°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Amsterdam or Plzen in the Winter?

Both Plzen and Amsterdam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Amsterdam in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Plzen can be very cold during winter. Amsterdam can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Amsterdam is much warmer than Plzen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amsterdam in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Plzen averages at about -1°C (31°F).

Amsterdam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen during winter. Amsterdam gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Amsterdam usually receives more rain than Plzen. Amsterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amsterdam 2°C (36°F) 
    Plzen -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Amsterdam or Plzen in the Spring?

Both Plzen and Amsterdam during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Amsterdam for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Amsterdam is generally cooler than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 8°C (46°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the spring, Amsterdam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen. Amsterdam gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun.

Amsterdam usually gets more rain in April than Plzen. Amsterdam gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amsterdam 8°C (46°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Plzen and Amsterdam

Amsterdam Plzen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) -1°C (31°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 3°C (37°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 2°C (35°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 6°C (42°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 52 mm (2 in) 11°C (51°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in) 20°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 17°C (62°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 19°C (67°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 11°C (51°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (51°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 5°C (41°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 1°C (34°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)