Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Bremen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bremen or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bremen and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bremen or Gdansk?
Bremen
Located in northern Germany, Bremen stretches along the River Weser. It has a population of over half a million and was once a member of the medieval Hanseatic League. It is a long and narrow city that runs along both sides of the river. It's about ten kilometers long, but is rarely more than two kilometers wide. With sites such as the Cathedral of St. Peter and Rathaus (the town hall), Bremen has a very historical atmosphere. The city itself dates back 1200 years. The sights are concentrated around the city's old town, Altmarkt and the main square is home to the Roland statue among other old and famous architectural gems. While visiting Bremen, try some of the city's famous candy, Kluten, and wash it down with some Beck's beer, which is also local to Bremen.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Music Tours in Germany, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBremen €147Gdansk €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Bremen is €147, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. 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 Bremen and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBremen €76Gdansk €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBremen €152Gdansk €50
Compare Hotels in Bremen and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Bremen or Gdansk? 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: Bremen Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bremen €45Gdansk €7.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bremen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bremen:
- Private Transfer From Bremen City to Hanover City: $94
- Private Transfer From Bremen to Hamburg With a 2 Hour Stop: $233
- Private Transfer From Bremen to Hamburg, English Speaking Driver: $175
- Private Transfer from Bremerhaven Cruise Port to Hamburg Hotels: $65
- Private Transfer from Bremerhaven Port to Hamburg Airport (HAM): $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Elblag: $15
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Ostróda: $23
- Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to Gdynia Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Gdynia Cruise Port to Gdansk Airport (GDN): $28
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdansk city: $33
- Private Transfer from Gdansk city to Gdansk (GDN) Airport: $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
- Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
- Gdansk Airport: Private Transfer to Gdansk, Sopot, or Gdynia: $37
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdynia City: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Bremen or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Bremen 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 dayBremen €36Gdansk €19
Typical Food Prices in Bremen
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bremen are as follows:
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Croissant & Cappacino€3.90
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Fish and Chips€3.20
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Pizza and Cola€7.00
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Chinese Food Lunch€8.00
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Vietnamese Soup€5.00
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Sandwich and Coffee€8.00
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Pastry and Coffee€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bremen €34Gdansk €7.62
Tours and Activities in Bremen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bremen are as follows:
- Exploration Game & City Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Complete Self-guided Audio Tour on your Phone: $7.43
- Bremen City Exploration Private Game and Tour on your Phone: $7.62
- Scavenger Hunt and City Centre Walking Tour: $8.45
- Public Tour of the Town Hall in English: $9.62
- Guided Historical Walking Tour in Bremen : $11
- Walking Tour of Historic Schnoor District: $13
- Night Watchman Guided Tour for Children (in German): $13
- Guided Tour of City Center: $13
- Übersee Museum Entrance Ticket: $14
- Detective Trail 2.5-hour puzzle tour for families: $16
- Experience Bremen by bike: $16
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
- Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
- Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
- Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
- Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
- Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBremen €34Gdansk €4.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Bremen
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bremen:
- 3-Hour Beck's Brewery Tour: $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bremen and Gdansk, we can see that Bremen is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Bremen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bremen than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bremen Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bremen or Gdansk?
Bremen has a larger population, and is about 18% larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Bremen and Gdansk, 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 Bremen or Gdansk?
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 Bremen or Gdansk in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bremen and Gdansk. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bremen this time of year.
Bremen is around the same temperature as Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Bremen averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. Bremen usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk during summer. Bremen gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bremen usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gdansk. Bremen gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBremen 17°C (63°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Bremen or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bremen as well as Gdansk. Many travelers come to Bremen for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Bremen is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bremen in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Bremen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Bremen gets 100 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Bremen usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Bremen gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBremen 10°C (50°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Bremen or Gdansk in the Winter?
Both Gdansk and Bremen are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Bremen in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Bremen can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Bremen is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Bremen average around 1°C (33°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Bremen usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Bremen gets 41 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bremen usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Bremen gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBremen 1°C (33°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Bremen or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Bremen during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Bremen for the natural beauty during these months.
Bremen is a little warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Bremen averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Bremen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Bremen gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Bremen usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Bremen gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBremen 8°C (46°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Bremen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (35°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (60°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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