Which place is cheaper, Bled or Gdansk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gdansk or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gdansk or Bled, 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: Gdansk or Bled?
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGdansk $54Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Gdansk is $54, while the average daily cost in Bled is $112. 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 Gdansk and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGdansk $27Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGdansk $54Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Gdansk and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Gdansk or Bled? 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: Gdansk Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gdansk $8.53Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
- VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
- VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
- Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Gdansk or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Gdansk 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 dayGdansk $20Bled $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bled
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour Bled - Explore Slovenia Through Its Tastes: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gdansk $8.13Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
- 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
- A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
- Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
- Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
- City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
- Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting$99
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
- Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $55
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $65
- Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGdansk $4.74Bled $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne$19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $43
- Wine Tasting Bled: $62
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $63
- Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gdansk and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gdansk Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gdansk or Bled?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Gdansk and Bled, 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 Gdansk or Bled?
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 Gdansk or Bled in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Gdansk as well as Bled.
In the summer, Gdansk is cooler than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gdansk in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Bled averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bled. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. In the summer, Gdansk often gets less sunshine than Bled. Gdansk gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Gdansk usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Bled. Gdansk gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGdansk 17°C (63°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Gdansk are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Gdansk is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Gdansk average around 8°C (46°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Gdansk usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Gdansk gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Gdansk usually receives less rain than Bled. Gdansk gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGdansk 8°C (46°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Gdansk during the winter are popular places to visit.
Gdansk can get quite cold in the winter. Gdansk is much colder than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Gdansk averages around -2°C (28°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Gdansk often gets less sunshine than Bled. Gdansk gets 33 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Gdansk usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Gdansk gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGdansk -2°C (28°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Bled in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Gdansk and Bled.
In the spring, Gdansk is much colder than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gdansk in April average around 6°C (43°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
Gdansk usually receives less sunshine than Bled during spring. Gdansk gets 162 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Gdansk usually receives less rain than Bled. Gdansk gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGdansk 6°C (43°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Gdansk
| Gdansk | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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