A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Delft vs. Nice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Delft or Nice?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Delft and Nice can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Delft or Nice?

Delft

Delft is a wonderful, traditional town in the Netherlands that has historical architecture, numerous canals, bicyclists, and the popular, locally produced blue and white ceramics. The city itself is moderately sized and can easily be explored as a day trip. Alternatively, it's large enough to serve as a base if you wish to explore other parts of the region. Most people head to Amsterdam and then leave the Netherlands, but Delft offers an interesting alternative for those hoping to experience the Dutch culture on a more personal scale.

Nice

Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Nice or Delft?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Delft is €119, while the average daily cost in Nice is €131. 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 Delft and Nice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Delft 76
    Nice 59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Delft 152
    Nice 118
Compare Hotels in Delft and Nice

Looking for a hotel in Delft or Nice? 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.

Hotels in Delft


Hotels in Nice


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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: Delft Hotel Prices and Nice Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Delft 7.14
    Nice 25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:

  • transfert Nice aéroport vers Isola 2000: $267
  • transfert Nice aéroport /Fréjus /Saint Raphaël: $160
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé: Transfer to Nice: $292
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $170
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Arrival Private Transfer: $85
  • Villefranche Port to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Departure Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche Port to Cannes Mandelieu Airport Departure Transfer: $87
  • Villefranche Port Round Trip Transfer to Monaco: $157
  • Transfert privé aéroport de Nice-Côte d’Azur - Cannes: $155
  • Transfer from Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé to Cannes : $85

Is it cheaper to fly into Delft or Nice?

Prices for flights to both Nice and Delft 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Delft 37
    Nice 49

Typical Food Prices in Nice

Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:


  • Slushee
    2.50
  • Strawberries
    4.00
  • Loaf of Bread
    3.20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.

  • Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $84
  • Viator Exclusive: Organic French Dinner in the Garden of Nice: $95
  • The Flavors of Nice Food Tour: $103
  • Old Nice Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Nice Evening Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $107
  • 3.5-Hour Original Old Town Food Tour: $107
  • Private French Cooking Class with a Fun Local Noel: $112
  • PRIVATE Award-Winning Nice Food Tour: 6 or 10 Tastings: $112
  • Food Tour + Wine Pairing Lunch with a local Sommelier: $133
  • Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner: $147
  • Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera: $192

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Delft 11
    Nice 12

Tours and Activities in Delft

For Delft, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Hour Walking Tour of Delft With a local guide: $2.57
  • Historical Walking Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $8.69
  • Entrance Ticket for the Old and New Churches: $9.09
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.36
  • Canal House Museum 'Paul Tetar van Elven' Ticket: $10
  • Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket: $13
  • Canal Cruise with Guided Commentary: $13
  • Museum Prinsenhof Entrance Ticket and Audio Guide: $15
  • City Center Walking Tour: $15
  • Delft - Scootertour in and around the city: $27
  • Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
  • Historical Weekly Walking Tour with a Local: $32

Tours and Activities in Nice

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:

  • Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $65
  • Majestic Christmas tour in French Riviera: $235
  • Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $59
  • 3 Hour Walking Tour with a Local Licensed Guide in Monaco: $60
  • 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Nice with a Licensed Guide: $33
  • 3-Hour Segway Tour to Nice & Villefranche-sur-Mer: $80
  • 7h sightseeing excursion: Visit Saint Paul, Antibes, Cannes.: $104
  • A Guided Walking Tour through the Charming Streets of Nice: $32
  • A walk of wealth – guided tour in Monaco: $251
  • All-Inclusive Food & History Tour in Old Nice with Local Guide: $142
  • Amazing Private Walking Tour of Old Nice between Italy and France: $111
  • Antibes Electric Bike Tour: $75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Delft 16
    Nice 17

Sample the Local Flavors in Delft

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Delft:

  • Delft Pub Trail : Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Nice

Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Nice Bar Crawl | Best Bars In 1 Night! VIP + FREE SHOTS: $5.99
  • Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entry and Free Shots: $16
  • Pub Crawl Nice with Drinking Games and Optional Drink special: $17
  • Nice : Guided Pub / Bar Crawl with Shots and Nightclub Entry: $21
  • Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $23
  • Nice Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $45
  • New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $52
  • New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl Nice France: $53
  • Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice: $65
  • Wine Tasting: Tour de France in Nice City Centre: $74
  • Half-Day Saint Paul de Vence and Wine Tasting Tour: $82
  • Half-Day Wine Tasting and Saint Paul de Vence Tour from Nice: $84


When comparing the travel costs between Delft and Nice, we can see that Nice is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delft Expensive? and Is Nice Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Delft or Nice?

Nice has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Delft. When comparing the sizes of Delft and Nice, 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 Delft or Nice?

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.

Should I visit Delft or Nice in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Delft as well as Nice. Additionally, the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nice this time of year.

In the summer, Delft is cooler than Nice. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delft in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Nice averages at about 23°C (73°F).

Delft usually gets more rain in July than Nice. Delft gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Nice receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Delft 17°C (62°F) 
    Nice 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Delft or Nice in the Autumn?

Both Nice and Delft are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Nice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Delft is generally much colder than Nice. Daily temperatures in Delft average around 11°C (51°F), and Nice fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Nice. In October, Delft usually receives less rain than Nice. Delft gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nice receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Delft 11°C (51°F) 
    Nice 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Delft or Nice in the Winter?

Both Nice and Delft during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Nice in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Delft. Delft is much colder than Nice in the winter. The daily temperature in Delft averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Nice fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).

Delft usually gets less rain in January than Nice. Delft gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nice receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Delft 2°C (36°F) 
    Nice 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Delft or Nice in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delft and Nice. Also, most visitors come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Delft is much colder than Nice. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delft in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Nice averages at about 13°C (56°F).

In April, Delft usually receives less rain than Nice. Delft gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nice receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Delft 8°C (46°F) 
    Nice 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Nice and Delft

Delft Nice
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 3°C (37°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 9°C (49°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Mar 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 52 mm (2 in) 13°C (56°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 20°C (68°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in) 23°C (73°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Aug 17°C (62°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 11°C (51°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 12°C (54°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)