Which place is cheaper, Bled or Geneva?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Geneva or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Geneva and Bled. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Geneva or Bled?
Geneva
Geneva is the second largest city in Switzerland and was previously the home for the United Nations Headquarters. The UN is now housed in New York City, but there is still a very strong presence in Geneva. Geneva is not known to be as energetic as some other European cities, but if you search it out, then you're sure to find some interesting places and lively nightlife. It's a very international city, in part because of the heavy UN presence, giving it an interesting feel. It is a French speaking city, and advertisements, signs, and television are all done in French.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Switzerland, The Best Adventure Tours to Switzerland, 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 dayGeneva $210Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Geneva is $210, 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 Geneva and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGeneva $145Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGeneva $290Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Geneva and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Geneva 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: Geneva Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Geneva $9.38Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Geneva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Geneva:
- VIP Transfer: $72
- Private Transfer: Geneva Airport to Zermatt Tasch Station: $689
- Private Transfer from Nice to Geneve: $2,567
- Private Transfer from Nice to Geneve: $2,214
- Private Transfer from Geneva Hotels to Geneva Airport: $86
- Private Transfer from Geneva Cornavin station CFF to Hotels: $108
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airpot to Geneva City: $108
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Verbier: $576
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Samoens: $291
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Geneva Hotels : $86
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to City Centre: $157
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Annemasse: $117
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 Geneva or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Geneva 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 dayGeneva $52Bled $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Geneva
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Geneva.
- Geneva City Tour with Cooking Class: $144
- City Tour and Fondue Cooking Class: $185
- Food tour in Geneva: $2,406
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.Geneva $30Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Geneva
Here are a few actual costs in Geneva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (KTG210) - Geneva City Tour and Yvoire: $176
- (KTG353) - Winter Tour: Gruyeres, chocolate tour from Geneva: $169
- (STTG04) - Sightseeing Cruise at Geneva with Wine and Aperitif: $32
- 2-Hour Small-Group Bike Guided Tour in Geneva: $34
- 3 Days 2 Nights Tour Package To Siwa Oasis From Cairo: $394
- 3 Hour Private Chocolate and Watch Walking Tour of Geneva: $168
- 3-Hour Private Walking Tour in Geneva: $283
- Activé Geneva Urban Art Tour 3h on a bike or ebike: $198
- Annecy - Venice of the Alps - Tour from Geneva: $84
- Annecy Private Guided Tour from Geneva: $354
- Audioguided sightseeing cruise of Geneva: $21
- Best Intro Tour of Geneva with a Local: $156
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 dayGeneva $22Bled $15
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 Geneva and Bled, we can see that Geneva is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Geneva would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Geneva than you might in Bled.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Geneva Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Geneva or Bled?
Geneva has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Geneva 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 Geneva 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 Geneva or Bled in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Geneva as well as Bled. Most visitors come to Geneva for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Geneva is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Geneva averages around 22°C (71°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 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 Geneva this time of the year. In the summer, Geneva often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Geneva gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Geneva usually gets less rain in July than Bled. Geneva gets 61 mm (2.4 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 JulyGeneva 22°C (71°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Geneva or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Geneva are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Geneva because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Geneva is cooler than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Geneva in October average around 14°C (56°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Geneva usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Geneva gets 127 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Geneva usually receives less rain than Bled. Geneva gets 78 mm (3.1 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 OctoberGeneva 14°C (56°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Geneva or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Geneva during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Geneva this time of year.
It's quite cold in Geneva in the winter. In January, Geneva is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Geneva average around 4°C (39°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Geneva often gets less sunshine than Bled. Geneva gets 62 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Geneva usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Geneva gets 55 mm (2.1 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 JanuaryGeneva 4°C (39°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Geneva or Bled in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Geneva and Bled. Many travelers come to Geneva for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Geneva is cooler than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Geneva averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Geneva usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during spring. Geneva gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Geneva usually receives less rain than Bled. Geneva gets 65 mm (2.6 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 AprilGeneva 11°C (53°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Geneva
| Geneva | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 15°C (60°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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