Which place is cheaper, Holloko or Bucharest?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Bucharest and Holloko. 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.
Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.
Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Bucharest is $137, while the average daily cost in Holloko is $46. 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 Bucharest and Holloko in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Bucharest or Holloko? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:
Prices for flights to both Holloko and Bucharest 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.
Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Holloko are as follows:
Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bucharest and Holloko, we can see that Bucharest is more expensive. And not only is Holloko much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Holloko would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Holloko 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest than you might in Holloko.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bucharest Expensive? and Is Holloko Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bucharest and Holloko. Many travelers come to Bucharest for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Bucharest is generally around the same temperature as Holloko. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around 23°C (73°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Holloko this time of the year. In Bucharest, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bucharest usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko during summer. Bucharest gets 289 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bucharest usually receives more rain than Holloko. Bucharest gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Bucharest as well as Holloko. Many visitors come to Bucharest in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Bucharest is around the same temperature as Holloko in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the autumn, Bucharest often gets more sunshine than Holloko. Bucharest gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Holloko. Bucharest gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Holloko and Bucharest are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Bucharest for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Holloko can be very cold. Bucharest can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Bucharest is much colder than Holloko. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bucharest in January average around -1°C (29°F), and Holloko averages at about -1°C (31°F).
Bucharest usually receives more sunshine than Holloko during winter. Bucharest gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bucharest usually receives around the same amount of rain as Holloko. Bucharest gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Holloko and Bucharest during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Bucharest because of the activities around the city.
In April, Bucharest is generally around the same temperature as Holloko. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around 12°C (54°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the spring, Bucharest often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko. Bucharest gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets more rain in April than Holloko. Bucharest gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bucharest | Holloko | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -1°C (29°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |