A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Frankfurt vs. Holloko for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Frankfurt or Holloko?

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 Frankfurt and Holloko can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Holloko?

Frankfurt

Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.

Holloko

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 Coach Bus Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.


Which place is cheaper, Holloko or Frankfurt?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Holloko is €43. 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 Frankfurt and Holloko in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Frankfurt 58
    Holloko 20
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Frankfurt 116
    Holloko 40
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Holloko

Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt 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.

Hotels in Frankfurt


Hotels in Holloko


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Frankfurt 25
    Holloko 11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:


  • Car Rental
    50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt

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

  • Frankfurt Hahn Airport: Bus transfer from/to Mainz: $18
  • Frankfurt Hahn Airport: Bus transfer from/to city central: $20
  • Wiesbaden Thermal to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Departure Transfer: $27
  • Private One Way Frankfurt Airport Transfer To and From Frankfurt: $45
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by business car: $54
  • Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by business car: $54
  • Private 1-Way Transfer From Frankfurt Airport: $54
  • Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Frankfurt City: $54
  • Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt City - Frankfurt Airport (FRA): $54
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Arrival Private Transfer: $55
  • Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) Departure Private Transfer: $55
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden Thermal Round-Trip Transfer: $55

Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Holloko?

Prices for flights to both Holloko and Frankfurt 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
    Frankfurt 41
    Holloko 15
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Soda
    2.00
  • Bagel Sandwich and Latte
    7.00
  • Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee
    6.00
  • Sandwich and Cola
    7.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $80
  • Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $281

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Frankfurt 36
    Holloko 6.89

Tours and Activities in Frankfurt

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

  • Selfguided Audiotour "Frankfurt Old Town": $3.20
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.81
  • Frankfurt Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $6.95
  • Struwwelpeter Museum Entry Ticket w/Audio Guide: $7.49
  • Old Town Smartphone Audio Tour: $7.99
  • A Self-Guided Audio Tour by Smartphone: $7.99
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.02
  • Historisches Museum Entry Ticket: $8.56
  • Frankfurt Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00

Tours and Activities in Holloko

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

  • Hollókő: Village Tour and Folklore Programme: $235

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Frankfurt 30
    Holloko 8.67
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:


  • Becks Beer
    2.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:

  • Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $21
  • Enjoy the night with our Pub Tours: $32
  • Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
  • Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $279
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $280
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
  • Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $334
  • Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513
  • Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $748


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Holloko, we can see that Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Holloko Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Frankfurt or Holloko?

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 Frankfurt or Holloko in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Holloko. The summer months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Frankfurt is around the same temperature as Holloko. Typically, the summer temperatures in Frankfurt in July average around 19°C (67°F), and Holloko averages at about 21°C (70°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Holloko. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Frankfurt this time of the year. In the summer, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun.

Frankfurt usually gets more rain in July than Holloko. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Frankfurt 19°C (67°F) 
    Holloko 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Holloko in the Autumn?

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

In October, Frankfurt is generally around the same temperature as Holloko. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 11°C (51°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during autumn. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Holloko. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Frankfurt 11°C (51°F) 
    Holloko 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Holloko in the Winter?

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

Holloko can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Frankfurt. Frankfurt is much warmer than Holloko in the winter. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 1°C (34°F) in January, and Holloko fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

In the winter, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun.

Frankfurt usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Holloko. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Frankfurt 1°C (34°F) 
    Holloko -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Holloko in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Holloko. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the spring for the activities around the city.

In the spring, Frankfurt is cooler than Holloko. Typically, the spring temperatures in Frankfurt in April average around 10°C (50°F), and Holloko averages at about 12°C (53°F).

Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during spring. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Holloko. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Frankfurt 10°C (50°F) 
    Holloko 12°C (53°F)

Typical Weather for Holloko and Frankfurt

Frankfurt Holloko
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (34°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) -1°C (31°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 3°C (37°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 2°C (35°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 51 mm (2 in) 7°C (44°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Apr 10°C (50°F) 52 mm (2 in) 12°C (53°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
May 14°C (58°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (62°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (67°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 21°C (70°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 16°C (60°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Oct 11°C (51°F) 51 mm (2 in) 12°C (53°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Nov 5°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 6°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 1°C (34°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)