Which place is cheaper, Tihany or Brasov?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Brasov or Tihany, 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.
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.
Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Hungary, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Hungary.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasov is $61, while the average daily cost in Tihany is $44. 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 Brasov and Tihany in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tihany.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
Also in Tihany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasov and Tihany, we can see that Brasov is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Brasov would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brasov than you might in Tihany.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brasov Expensive? and Is Tihany Expensive?.
Brasov has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Brasov and Tihany, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer brings many poeple to Brasov as well as Tihany.
In the summer, Brasov is around the same temperature as Tihany. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brasov in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Tihany averages at about 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tihany. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brasov this time of the year. In the summer, Brasov often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tihany. Brasov gets 288 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 278 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets more rain in July than Tihany. Brasov gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Tihany and Brasov are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Brasov is generally around the same temperature as Tihany. Daily temperatures in Brasov average around 13°C (55°F), and Tihany fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Brasov usually receives more sunshine than Tihany during autumn. Brasov gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Brasov usually receives less rain than Tihany. Brasov gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Tihany and Brasov during the winter are popular places to visit.
It's quite cold in Tihany in the winter. The weather in Brasov can be very cold. Brasov is cooler than Tihany in the winter. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around -1°C (30°F) in January, and Tihany fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
In the winter, Brasov often gets more sunshine than Tihany. Brasov gets 85 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 61 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets less rain in January than Tihany. Brasov gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Brasov and Tihany.
In the spring, Brasov is around the same temperature as Tihany. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brasov in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Tihany averages at about 12°C (53°F).
Brasov usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tihany during spring. Brasov gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Brasov usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tihany. Brasov gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Brasov | Tihany | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -1°C (30°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 27 mm (1 in) |
Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
Dec | 1°C (35°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |