Which place is cheaper, Prague or Arusha?
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 Arusha or Prague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Arusha and Prague can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Arusha or Prague?
Arusha
Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania, located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It’s a gateway to safari destinations and to Africa’s highest peak, Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds of wildebeests crossing its plains. Arusha is Tanzania’s gateway to the northern circuit of stellar national parks and the starting point of many a memorable safari. It’s also a large, sprawling city which offers a nice break from the rigors of life on the African road – it has excellent places to stay and eat and, for the most part, it’s lush and green and enjoys a temperate climate throughout the year. Arusha is a great destination, and you're sure to enjoy your time here, no matter what your interests are.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Tanzania, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayArusha $189Prague $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Arusha is $189, while the average daily cost in Prague is $146. 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 Arusha and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personArusha $126Prague $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomArusha $252Prague $154
Compare Hotels in Arusha and Prague
Looking for a hotel in Arusha or Prague? 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: Arusha Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Arusha $13Prague $9.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arusha
Also for Arusha, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arusha Airport and Hotel Transfer: $35
- Arusha Airport & Hotel Transfers: $40
- Kilimanjaro Airport and Arusha Private Transfer: $59
- Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City Center Transfer: $60
- Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport Transfers with Private Day Tours: $60
- Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha City Private Transfer: $120
- Moshi - Arusha Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Arusha to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): $294
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- UNESCO Cesky Krumlov from Prague with Guided Tour and Transfer: $111
- Transfer from Prague to Vienna, Private Hotel-to-Hotel: $290
- Transfer from Prague Hotel to Airport Prague: $83
- Transfer from Prague City Center to Vaclav Airport (PRG): $26
- Terezin Tour Including Admission Ticket and Transfer & Audio: $70
- Shared Departure Transfer: Prague Hotel to Prague Airport: $27
- Private Transfer: Prague to Dresden | in a Mercedes Benz: $227
- Private Transfer-Prague to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg: Port / Harbor transport: $260
- Private Transfer in Prague: $112
- Private Transfer in Mercedes V-Class Minivan: $65
- Private Transfer from Vaclav Havel Prague Airport to Hotel in Prague: $79
- Private Transfer from Trutnov city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $238
Is it cheaper to fly into Arusha or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Arusha 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 dayArusha $40Prague $51
Typical Food Prices in Arusha
For Arusha, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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A Quick Lunch (for 2)$2.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Arusha
For Arusha, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- NGO Lifted Strong - Traditional Tanzanian Cooking Class: $50
- Local Tanzanian Food Cooking Class by Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $55
- Homestay + Cooking + Animal Care + Fruit Harvesting + Much More: $197
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.80
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Lunch for One$14
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Bananas$0.68
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Cookies$0.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Sinatra Tribute Show and Dinner Experience in Manes: $40
- Sinatra Tribute Show and Optional Dinner with Audio Guide: $67
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $69
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $72
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $76
- Folklore evening party with dinner, unlimited drinks and music: $79
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $82
- Prague Night Tour and River Vltava Dinner Cruise: $91
- Shared River Cruise Tour in Prague with Dinner: $95
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $96
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $98
- Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Arusha $44Prague $18
Tours and Activities in Arusha
For Arusha, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Arusha Guided Walking City Tour: Culture, History & Local Markets: $19
- Arusha's Soul: A Guided Walking & Drive City Tour. Learn & Live.: $21
- Street Food and Community Walking Tour: $30
- Arusha Waterfalls,Coffee farm Tour & Swing(all inclusive): $30
- Sunset Tour in Arusha with Scenic Views of Mountain: $35
- Microfinance family farm tour - all proceeds to charity: $35
- Arusha City Culture and Historical Walking Tour: $40
- Mountain Bike Tour of the Foothills of Mount Meru: $40
- Banana Bliss Plantation Coffee Medicinal and Waterfall Tour: $45
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour in Arusha: $50
- Arusha Bike Town Tour Experience: $55
- Coffee tour and Buffet Lunch with Kingstone Asilia (Arusha): $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.80
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.72
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Image Theatre for Two$46
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- "Best of Prague" Customised Private Full Day Tour: $250
- 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $237
- 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $136
- 2 Hours Private Guided Prague Walking Tour Highlights Old Town: $153
- 2:5-Hour Walking Tour of Old Town Prague with Boat Ride: $107
- 2hrs Unlimited Beer Pong Experience in Prague Sports Bar: $28
- 3 Hours Magnificent Tour by E-scooter Hugobike: $122
- 3-Hour Private Romantic Walking Tour in Prague: $178
- 3-hour Private Prague Castle Walking Tour: $166
- 4 Hour Private City Tour in Prague: $275
- 4-Hour Prague Segway & E-scooter Tour with A Local Guide: $89
- A Walk Through Post-Industrial Holešovice: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayArusha $10Prague $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$7.64
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl with Karlovy Lazne Entry and Shots: $26
- Prague Centre Pub Crawl - Open Bar, Welcome Shots & Club Entries: $28
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl ending at Prague's biggest rooftop CLUB: $31
- Prague Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & 5 Story Club Entry: $40
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in a Historical Cellar in Krizikova: $47
- Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl with Open Bar & Club Entry: $49
- Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Prague: $58
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $62
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $62
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $65
- Brewery tour in the center of Prague: $68
- Czech Local Wine Tasting in Grape & Sour: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arusha and Prague, we can see that Arusha is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Arusha is in Africa and Prague 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 Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague 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 Arusha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arusha than you might in Prague.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Arusha Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Arusha or Prague?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Arusha. When comparing the sizes of Arusha and Prague, 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.