Should you visit Brasov or Bratislava?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Brasov or Bratislava, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
Bratislava
The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.
Which city is cheaper, Bratislava or Brasov?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasov is $55, while the average daily cost in Bratislava is $83. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Brasov and Bratislava in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Brasov is about $42 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around $37. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Bratislava the cost is $74 on average.
Food
While meal prices in Brasov can vary, the average travelers spends about $24 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Brasov should cost around $9.60 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Brasov is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
The price of a meal in Bratislava can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $31 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $12 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Brasov $24
Bratislava $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
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Cooking Class with Mama Maradin:
$75
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Potatoes, Făgăraș onions and Burzenländer Baumstritzel-Brasov Walking Food Tour:
$75
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Good morning food tour in Brasov:
$78
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Traditional Romanian Cooking Class in Brasov:
$81
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Romanian Traditional Dinner Experience in the hearth of Brasov:
$87
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Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov:
$100
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bratislava.
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Bratislava Traditional Food Tour:
$102
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Traditional Food Tour:
$118
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Vegan Bratislava Food Tour:
$118
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Local Beer & Food Tour:
$128
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Brasov is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $17 per person, per day, on local transportation in Brasov.
The cost of a taxi ride in Bratislava is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $11 per person, per day, on local transportation in Bratislava.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
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DAILY TRANSFER FROM BRASOV to BRAN CASTLE & RASNOV CITADEL:
$40
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Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City:
$100
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Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer:
$116
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Brasov - Sibiu | Private Airport Transfer:
$117
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Brasov - Bucharest | Private Airport Transfer:
$133
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Brasov to Bucharest Airport - Private Transfer:
$137
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Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Business Car:
$142
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Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Luxury Van:
$157
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Private Guided Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest:
$174
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Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucarest (OTP) Airport:
$183
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Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest with Hotel Pick-up:
$199
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Private Transfer to Bucharest from Brasov:
$199
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:
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Private Airport Transfer: Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Bratislava:
$18
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Private Airport Transfer: from Bratislava to Bratislava Airport (BTS):
$18
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Arrival Private Transfer Bratislava Airport to Bratislava City by Business Car:
$19
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Departure Private Transfer Bratislava City to Bratislava Airport by Business Car:
$19
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Private arrival OR departure transfer in Bratislava (hotel OR airport pick-up):
$22
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Arrival Private Transfer Bratislava Airport to Bratislava City by Luxury Van:
$25
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Arrival Private Transfer Bratislava Airport to Bratislava City by Luxury Car:
$37
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Departure Private Transfer Bratislava City to Bratislava Airport by Luxury Car:
$37
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Deluxe Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City:
$50
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Private Transfer Bratislava Airport BTS to Vienna Airport or City - Business Car:
$52
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Private Transfer Bratislava Airport BTS or City to Vienna VIE or City Luxury Van:
$67
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Departure Private Transfer Bratislava City to Vienna Airport VIE by Luxury Van:
$67
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Brasov typically cost an average of $8.92 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Entertainment and activities in Bratislava typically cost an average of $11 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
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Brasov Private Tour: Medieval Legends Exploration Game:
$2.97
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1 day cycling tour in Brasov:
$3.72
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Day Trip, Day Tour around Medieval city Brasov, Transylvania.:
$12
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Brasov Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour:
$12
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Private Walking Tour of Brasov Old Town with a Great View:
$17
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E-BIKE mtb renting (self guided tours):
$19
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Brasov Coffee Tour:
$25
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Electrified Tours with electric scooters:
$29
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Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit:
$31
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City Tour in Brasov in English:
$31
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Bran Castle Skip-The-Line Guided Tour:
$32
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Brasov Candlelight Tour:
$32
Tours and Activities in Bratislava
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bratislava are as follows:
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Bratislava Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$11
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Bratislava Nightlife Ticket:
$14
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Old Town Tour in Bratislava by Prešporáčik Oldtimer:
$15
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Bratislava Classical Walking Tour:
$21
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Bratislava City Private Walking Tour:
$22
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Best customized walking tour with bonus:
$25
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2 Hour Sightseeing Tour of Bratislava:
$32
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Bratislava Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$41
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Taxi City Tour Bratislava:
$50
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Bratislava by Night Tour:
$50
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Private Bratislava Grand City Tour:
$75
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Devin Castle Tour:
$78
Alcohol
The average person spends about $7.25 on alcoholic beverages in Brasov per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about $11 on alcoholic beverages in Bratislava per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
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Pub Crawl in themed bars:
$25
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Romanian wine tasting, heart of old town:
$35
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Mountain bike tour & wine tasting:
$78
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Bran Castle, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery Day Trip From Brasov:
$83
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Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery:
$96
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DayTour to Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Wine tasting at Azuga cellar:
$106
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Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Brandy at Rasnov Distillery:
$118
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Private tour: Rhein Cellar(with wine tasting),Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery:
$123
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Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov:
$152
Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:
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Burlesque show:
$37
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3 Hours Bratislava Pub Crawl Walking Tour with Beers & Bites:
$55
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Bratislava Wine Tour:
$75
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Bratislava 3-Hour Wine Tasting:
$93
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Bratislava Food and Wine Tour:
$100
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Bratislava Half Day Hubert Sparkling Wine Tasting:
$115
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Private Wine Tour to Small Carpathians:
$156
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Devin Castle Tour With Currant Wine Tasting:
$163
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Private Small Carpathian Wine Tour:
$214
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasov and Bratislava, we can see that Bratislava is more expensive. And not only is Brasov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brasov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brasov 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 Bratislava would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bratislava than you might in Brasov.
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