Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ankara or Cologne?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Cologne. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Cologne?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
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 Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Historical Tours in Germany, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Germany.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $117Cologne $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $117, while the average daily cost in Cologne is $222. 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 Ankara and Cologne in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $48Cologne $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $96Cologne $204
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Cologne
Looking for a hotel in Ankara 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Cologne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $31Cologne $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $57
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $108
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $108
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $51
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $51
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $51
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cologne:
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $148
- Cologne Bonn CGN Airport to Hotels Private Transfer: $37
- Private Limousine Transfer Cologne or Bonn Airport to Cologne: $102
- Superior Private Transfer from Cologne City to Dortmund City: $110
- Transfer from Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Luxury Car: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Cologne?
Prices for flights to both Cologne and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $47Cologne $97
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
Typical Food Prices in Cologne
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cologne:
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Dinner$16
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Donner Kebab$4.49
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: $31
- Hard Rock Cafe Cologne With Set Lunch or Dinner: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $29Cologne $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.21
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $228
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
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: $3.38
- The Dark Side of the Dom Tour: $3.39
- The Dark Side of the Dom Tour: $3.41
- Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.69
- Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.10
- Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.10
- Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App : $7.19
- Self Guided Walking Tour of City and Cathedral: $7.95
- Cologne Interactive City Tour: $7.95
- Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.52
- Roman A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Cologne Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.09
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $13Cologne $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cologne:
- Informative and fun brewery tour in German, public: $20
- Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer: $20
- Public brewery tour in Cologne in English: $20
- Public brewery tour in German in Cologne: $20
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Cologne - Shots and Party!: $25
- Old Town Walking Tour inkl Brewery Visit: $26
- Black wine tasting with secret station - Haus der Manufakturen: $28
- South Cologne Walking Tour with brewery visit: $28
- Pub Crawl Cologne Including Admission Fee for Bars and Shots: $28
- Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings: $31
- Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer: $31
- Kölsch Brewery Tour: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Cologne, we can see that Cologne is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Ankara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Cologne Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Cologne?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Cologne. When comparing the sizes of Ankara 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.