Which place is cheaper, Maribor or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Maribor?
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 Maribor can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Maribor?
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.
Maribor
Located near the Austrian border is Maribor, the second largest city in Slovenia. Maribor is surrounded by hills that are filled with wine vineyards, as well as the Mariborsko Pohorje mountain. The city is split in half by the Drava River. On the left bank of the river you'll find the city's old town.
The city draws tourists from all over the world who come to enjoy the world renowned wine, old town culture, and outdoor activities which include hiking and skiing. The city is a great jumping off point for many outdoor activities and for those hoping to see the countryside. If you're more the city type, Maribor also has plenty to offer. Head to the theater for a show, sip some wine in a town square, or soak in the beauty of a cathedral while you're in the area.
Maribor's climate is humid continental with warm summers and cold winters. During the winter months the average temperature hovers around freezing. The warmest month is July, when average temperatures often exceed 20 degrees Celsius. Maribor is also one of the sunniest cities in Slovenia.
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 Slovenia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Slovenia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFrankfurt €122Maribor €76
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Maribor is €76. 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 Maribor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Maribor €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Maribor €88
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Maribor
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Maribor? 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: Maribor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Maribor €8.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental€50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by business car: $54
- Arrival Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Luxury Vehicle: $63
- Arrival Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Van: $76
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by business car: $54
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Van: $81
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Car: $69
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $142
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden Thermal Round-Trip Transfer: $55
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): Private Transfer to Frankfurt: $140
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Maribor
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Maribor:
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Gondola (for 2)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maribor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maribor:
- Private transfer from Maribor to Ljubljana city: $250
- Private Transfer from Maribor to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $252
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Maribor?
Prices for flights to both Maribor 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
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Food Meals for one dayFrankfurt €41Maribor €26
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.00
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte€7.00
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee€6.00
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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
Typical Food Prices in Maribor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Maribor:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)€24
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Gostilnica Navogalu Cafe Lunch€7.50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Maribor €8.57
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Maribor €11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Maribor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Maribor:
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Bottle of Wine€12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Maribor, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. And not only is Maribor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Maribor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Maribor 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 Maribor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Maribor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Maribor?
Frankfurt has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Maribor. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Maribor, 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 Frankfurt or Maribor?
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 Maribor in the Summer?
Both Maribor and Frankfurt during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Frankfurt is cooler than Maribor in the summer. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Maribor fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In Maribor, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Frankfurt. In the summer, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Maribor receives 266 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets less rain in July than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Maribor 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Maribor in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Maribor. Most visitors come to Frankfurt for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Frankfurt is cooler than Maribor. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Frankfurt in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Maribor averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Maribor during autumn. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Maribor receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Maribor 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Maribor in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Maribor. The winter months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Maribor in the winter. The weather in Frankfurt can be very cold. In January, Frankfurt is generally cooler than Maribor. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 1°C (34°F), and Maribor fluctuates around 1°C (35°F).
In the winter, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Maribor receives 54 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets less rain in January than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Maribor 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Maribor in the Spring?
Both Maribor and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year.
Frankfurt is cooler than Maribor in the spring. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Maribor fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Frankfurt usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Maribor during spring. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Maribor receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Maribor. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Maribor 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Maribor and Frankfurt
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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