Which place is cheaper, Prague or Dar es Salaam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Dar es Salaam or Prague?
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 Dar es Salaam and Prague can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Prague?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Prague $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Prague is $147. 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 Dar es Salaam and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Prague $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Prague $154
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Prague
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Prague? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Prague $9.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Budapest: Private transfer to Prague or Prague to Budapest: $429
- Private Transfer from Prague to Vienna with 4h of Sightseeing: $299
- Private Guided Tour Prague to UNESCO Kutna Hora with Transfers: $299
- Private transfer from Prague to Vienna, Door-to-Door: $293
- Scenic Private Transfer from Passau to Prague in a Sanitized Car: $287
- Private Transfer from Prague to Pilsen(Plzen): $284
- Tandem Skydiving in Prague - Tandem Jump with transfers!: $281
- Private Transfer from Prague to Berlin, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $281
- Private Transfer from Prague to Vilshofen with stop in Č.Krumlov or Hluboká: $281
- Private Transfer from Prague to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $269
- Private Transfer from Prague to Nuremberg with 2h stop in Karlovy Vary: $264
- Private Transfer-Prague to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg: Port / Harbor transport: $263
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33Prague $51
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.84
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Lunch for One$15
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Bananas$0.68
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Cookies$0.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $63
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $69
- African Dinner, Party and Pub-crawl : $72
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $72
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $74
- Small-Group Local Pubs Walking Tour And Traditional Czech Dinner: $74
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $76
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $82
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $85
- Medieval Dinner Show Castle and Brewery Tour with Hotel pick up: $102
- Mozart Concert and Dinner in Prague: $118
- Prague by Night: Drinks & Food Tour with Eating Europe: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Prague $18
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Private Insightful City Tour of Dar es Salaam: $34
- Daressalaam city sightseeing private tour: $55
- Private Tour to Jozani Forest Reserve Half-Day Guided Tour from Zanzibar: $90
- The Best/Top Rated Cultural City Tour in Dar es Salaam : $90
- Full Day Private Tour in Dar es Salaam City: $90
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
- Stone Town & Spice Tour: $110
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Dar es Salaam Guided City Experience (Shared Group): $130
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.84
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.77
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Image Theatre for Two$46
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Live Virtual Tour of Prague: $63
- Private Prague City Tour with Pick Up : $286
- "Best of Prague" Customised Private Full Day Tour : $250
- 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $20
- 1 hour Prague Sightseeing tour using Vintage Car for 1- 6 persons: $191
- 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $239
- 1,5-Hour Prague Magical Segway Tour: $74
- 1,5-Hour Prague Monasteries Segway Tour : $74
- 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $78
- 1.5h Prague E-Scooter Panoramic Tour small-group with PragueWay: $62
- 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $155
- 2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Prague $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$7.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl - with free unlimited drinks and cocktails : $45
- Prague - Private Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer and Local Guide: $47
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $62
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $62
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $65
- PUB CRAWL IN PRAGUE | Admission Ticket: $66
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $75
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl in Prague: $82
- Wine Tasting and History Prague : $96
- Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour : $114
- 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $131
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $142
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Prague, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Prague is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Prague.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Prague?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Prague. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Prague, 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 Dar es Salaam or Prague?
Prague has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Prague in the Summer?
Both Prague and Dar es Salaam during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Prague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Prague. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dar es Salaam in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Prague averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Prague, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the summer, Dar es Salaam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 216 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in July than Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Prague receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Prague 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Prague in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Prague. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Prague because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Prague. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (78°F), and Prague fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Prague during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 124 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Prague 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Prague in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Prague. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Prague this time of year.
It's quite cold in Prague in the winter. Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Prague in the winter. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Prague fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the winter, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 49 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in January than Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Prague 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Prague in the Spring?
Both Prague and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Prague for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Prague. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dar es Salaam in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Prague averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Dar es Salaam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Prague during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 145 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Prague. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Prague receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Prague 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Prague and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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