Should you visit Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Brasov?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Brasov can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Located in northeast Romania, Cluj-Napoca is the capital of the Transylvania region and one of the nation's most-visited cities. Many visitors come to experience the modern Transylvanian university culture, admire historic churches and other landmarks, see fortress ruins, and visit museums.
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.
Which city is cheaper, Brasov or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $72, while the average daily cost in Brasov is $52. 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Brasov in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $86. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
A hotel room in Brasov is about $40 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $43
Brasov $20
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
$86
Brasov
$40
Food
The average traveler spends about $22 per day in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
While meal prices in Brasov can vary, the average travelers spends about $22 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Brasov should cost around $8.80 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.
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
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $12 per day to get around in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar.
The cost of a taxi ride in Brasov is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $16 per person, per day, on local transportation in Brasov.
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Local Transportation
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $12
Brasov $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
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Airport Transfer Bucharest -Brasov and Brasov - Bucharest:
$249
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Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City:
$100
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Brasov - Bucharest | Private Airport Transfer:
$133
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Brasov - Sibiu | Private Airport Transfer:
$117
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Brasov to Bucharest Airport - Private Transfer:
$137
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Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer:
$116
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DAILY TRANSFER FROM BRASOV to BRAN CASTLE & RASNOV CITADEL:
$40
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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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Private Transfer to Bucharest from Brasov:
$199
Is it cheaper to fly into Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Brasov?
Prices for flights to both Brasov and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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.
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $6.80 per person, per day in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Entertainment and activities in Brasov typically cost an average of $8.31 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $6.80
Brasov $8.31
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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Brașov: Bike Ride & Cave Tour:
$24
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Brasov Coffee Tour:
$25
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Electrified Tours with electric scooters:
$29
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City Tour in Brasov in English:
$31
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Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit:
$31
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Brasov Candlelight Tour:
$32
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $5.81 per day on alcoholic beverages.
The average person spends about $6.76 on alcoholic beverages in Brasov 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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From Wine Tasting, Peles Castle and Monastery Visit:
$110
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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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Brasov, we can see that Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar than you might in Brasov.
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