A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Dublin vs. Cesky Krumlov for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Dublin or Cesky Krumlov?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Cesky Krumlov, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Dublin or Cesky Krumlov?

Dublin

Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.

Cesky Krumlov

Cesky Krumlov is a beautiful town located in Southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It sits along the Vltava River and is home to just over 13,000 residents. The town has many Baroque buildings as well as many pleasant cafes, restaurants and bars. It also has the second largest castle in the Czech Republic, and a beautiful old town square. The town remains very similar to how it was in the 18th century. Many of the buildings are well maintained, and many have been restored to their original beauty. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, and has become a very popular tourist destination. During the summer months tourists may outnumber the local population.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Ireland, The Best Luxury Tours to Ireland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague.


Which place is cheaper, Cesky Krumlov or Dublin?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €143, while the average daily cost in Cesky Krumlov is €58. 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 Dublin and Cesky Krumlov in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Dublin 68
    Cesky Krumlov 35
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Dublin 136
    Cesky Krumlov 70
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Cesky Krumlov

Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Cesky Krumlov? 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 Dublin


Hotels in Cesky Krumlov


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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: Dublin Hotel Prices and Cesky Krumlov Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Dublin 19
    Cesky Krumlov 2.74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dublin

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Dublin:


  • Rental Car for a Day
    15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:

  • The Westin Hotel Dublin To Dublin Airport Private Chauffeur Transfer: $167
  • The Marker Hotel Dublin To Dublin Airport To Private Chauffeur Transfer: $155
  • Shannon: Private Airport Arrival Transfer to Dublin: $615
  • Private Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Luxury Van: $111
  • Private Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Business Car: $103
  • Private Transfer from Navan to Belfast Airport (BFS): $272
  • Private Transfer from Dundalk to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $188
  • Private Transfer from Dundalk to Belfast Airport (BFS): $178
  • Private Transfer from Dun Laoghaire Port to Dublin Airport (DUB): $46
  • Private Transfer from Dublin city Center to Dublin airport One way Minivan: $159
  • Private Transfer from Dublin Airport to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $292
  • Private Transfer from Drogheda to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $261

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cesky Krumlov

Also for Cesky Krumlov, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague, English-speaking driver: $122
  • Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $156

Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Cesky Krumlov?

Prices for flights to both Cesky Krumlov and Dublin 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
    Dublin 49
    Cesky Krumlov 20
Typical Food Prices in Dublin

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:


  • Lunch Lynam's Pub
    3.95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin

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

  • Walking Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $29
  • Dublin 3-Course Dinner and Live Shows at The Irish House Party: $31
  • No Diet Club - Best Food Tour in Dublin !: $59
  • Dublin Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $60
  • Grand Canal Cruise with Dinner: $72
  • Delicious Walking Food Tour: $80
  • Delicious Dublin Food Tour: $82
  • Private Cooking Class in a Modern Home with Sea Views in Skerries, Dublin: $84
  • Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour: $95
  • Private Market Tour and Irish Cooking Class in a Modern Skerries Home: $102
  • Irish Craic & Cuisine: Cooking Class & Dinner in Central Dublin: $106
  • Dublin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $115

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Dublin 25
    Cesky Krumlov 6.12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dublin

Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Wild Wicklow Tour
    26
  • Guinness Brewery for Two
    27
  • St Pauls Cathedral
    4.50
  • Dublin Writer's Museum
    6.30

Tours and Activities in Dublin

Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
  • (Small Group) Cliffs of Moher and Castle Tour from Dublin: $141
  • (Small Group) Shore Tour from Dublin:Dublin Highlights and Glendalough Day Trip: $119
  • 1-Hour Cocktail Masterclass Experience in Dublin: $49
  • 2-Day Northern Ireland Tour from Dublin Including Belfast and Giants Causeway: $217
  • 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin : $21
  • 2-Hours Indoor Challenge Adventure Experience in Ireland: $31
  • 2-Hours and 30 Minutes Historical Walking Tour in Dublin: $28
  • 3 Hour Tour Freemasons and Templars Secret Societies: $20
  • 3-Hour Drinks on Foot Dublin Walking Guided Tour: $30
  • 4-Day Grand Atlantic Rail Tour from Dublin: $1,173
  • 5-Day Tour of West Ireland: Blarney Stone & Cliffs of Moher: $1,451

Tours and Activities in Cesky Krumlov

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

  • Cesky Krumlov Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
  • Český Krumlov Free Tour: $20
  • Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area: $60
  • 2,5h Chateau Collections and Tower Tour with Coffee & Dessert: $71
  • Český Krumlov Private Walking Tour: $85
  • Private Night tour of Český Krumlov: $85
  • Český Krumlov 20th century tour: $85
  • Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour: $93
  • Enchanting Český Krumlov Walking Tour: Echoes of the Past: $95
  • Touristic highlights of Český Krumlov on a Private half day tour with a local: $168
  • Private tour of best of Český Krumlov - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
  • Walking private guided tour in Cesky Krumlov with local certified guide: $174

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Dublin 17
    Cesky Krumlov 3.15

Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin

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

  • Authentic Brewery Tour: $11
  • Generation Pub Crawl: $15
  • Dublin Epic Pub Crawl: Experience Dublin's pubs and nightlife: $15
  • "Dublin Delight Pub Expedition" Pub Crawl: $16
  • The Dublin Liberties Distillery: Tour with Whiskey Tasting: $18
  • Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $21
  • Skip the Line: Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour and Tasting in Dublin Ticket: $22
  • Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $24
  • City Pub Crawl Experience: $24
  • Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery: Trilogy Experience: $24
  • Roe and Co Distillery Cocktail Workshop Experience: $27
  • Dublin Jameson Distillery Tour with Whiskey Tastings & Cocktail: $33


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dublin and Cesky Krumlov, we can see that Dublin is more expensive. And not only is Cesky Krumlov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cesky Krumlov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cesky Krumlov 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 Dublin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dublin than you might in Cesky Krumlov.

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


Which is Bigger, Dublin or Cesky Krumlov?

Dublin has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Cesky Krumlov. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Cesky Krumlov, 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 Dublin or Cesky Krumlov?

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 Dublin or Cesky Krumlov in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Dublin as well as Cesky Krumlov. The summer months attract visitors to Dublin because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Dublin is generally cooler than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Dublin average around 16°C (60°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cesky Krumlov. In the summer, Dublin often gets less sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 227 hours of full sun.

Dublin usually gets less rain in July than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Dublin 16°C (60°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Dublin or Cesky Krumlov in the Autumn?

Both Cesky Krumlov and Dublin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Dublin this time of year.

Dublin is around the same temperature as Cesky Krumlov in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dublin averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Dublin usually receives less sunshine than Cesky Krumlov during autumn. Dublin gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 108 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Dublin usually receives more rain than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Dublin 11°C (52°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Dublin or Cesky Krumlov in the Winter?

Both Cesky Krumlov and Dublin during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Dublin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Cesky Krumlov can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Dublin is much warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dublin in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Cesky Krumlov averages at about -0°C (31°F).

In the winter, Dublin often gets more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 56 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 44 hours of full sun.

Dublin usually gets more rain in January than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Dublin 6°C (42°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov -0°C (31°F)

Should I visit Dublin or Cesky Krumlov in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dublin and Cesky Krumlov. Many visitors come to Dublin in the spring for the activities around the city.

In April, Dublin is generally cooler than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Dublin average around 8°C (47°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

Dublin usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cesky Krumlov during spring. Dublin gets 157 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Dublin usually receives less rain than Cesky Krumlov. Dublin gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Dublin 8°C (47°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Cesky Krumlov and Dublin

Dublin Cesky Krumlov
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (42°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) -0°C (31°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Feb 6°C (42°F) 50 mm (2 in) 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 7°C (44°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 6°C (43°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Apr 8°C (47°F) 51 mm (2 in) 11°C (51°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
May 11°C (52°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Jul 16°C (60°F) 50 mm (2 in) 20°C (68°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Aug 15°C (60°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 19°C (67°F) 93 mm (3.6 in)
Sep 14°C (56°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Oct 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Nov 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.5 in) 5°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dec 6°C (44°F) 76 mm (3 in) 1°C (35°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)