A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Gothenburg vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Gothenburg or Brno?

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

Should I visit Gothenburg or Brno? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Gothenburg or Brno?

Gothenburg

Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Gothenburg?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $97, while the average daily cost in Brno is $131. 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 Gothenburg and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Gothenburg $40
    Brno $72
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Gothenburg $80
    Brno $144
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg or Brno? 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 Gothenburg


Hotels in Brno


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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: Gothenburg Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Gothenburg $18
    Brno $2.63

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg

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

  • Are Resort to Trondheim Vaernes Airport(TRD) - Departure Transfer: $114
  • Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $120
  • Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $153
  • Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
  • Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
  • Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $95
  • City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $110
  • Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
  • Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
  • Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $174
  • Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
  • Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $141
  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.27

Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Gothenburg 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
    Gothenburg $38
    Brno $57

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Gothenburg $15
    Brno -

Tours and Activities in Gothenburg

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

  • Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
  • Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
  • Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
  • Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
  • City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
  • Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31
  • 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
  • City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
  • Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $33
  • Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $33
  • Archipelago cruise with guide: $36
  • Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • Top secrets of caves in Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $229
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $38
  • 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $37
  • BMP tank driving experience Prague: $271
  • BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $129
  • Best of Czech Caves - Full-Day Hiking Tour in Moravian Karst: $251
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $33
  • Brno Private Walking Tour: $223
  • Brno daily tours: $71
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $153
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $78
  • Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Gothenburg $20
    Brno $2.31

Sample the Local Flavors in Brno

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

  • Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $196


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

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


Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Brno?

Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg and Brno, 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 Gothenburg or Brno?

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 Gothenburg or Brno in the Summer?

Both Brno and Gothenburg during the summer are popular places to visit.

In July, Gothenburg is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 16°C (61°F), and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In Brno, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Gothenburg. In the summer, Gothenburg often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brno. Gothenburg gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.

Gothenburg usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Brno. Gothenburg gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Gothenburg 16°C (61°F) 
    Brno 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Gothenburg or Brno in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Gothenburg and Brno.

Gothenburg is cooler than Brno in the autumn. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around 9°C (47°F) in October, and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Brno during autumn. Gothenburg gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Brno. Gothenburg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Gothenburg 9°C (47°F) 
    Brno 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Gothenburg or Brno in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Gothenburg as well as Brno.

It's quite cold in Brno in the winter. The weather in Gothenburg can be very cold. In the winter, Gothenburg is much colder than Brno. Typically, the winter temperatures in Gothenburg in January average around -2°C (29°F), and Brno averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Gothenburg often gets less sunshine than Brno. Gothenburg gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.

Gothenburg usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Gothenburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Gothenburg -2°C (29°F) 
    Brno 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Gothenburg or Brno in the Spring?

Both Brno and Gothenburg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

In April, Gothenburg is generally much colder than Brno. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 5°C (41°F), and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Gothenburg usually receives more sunshine than Brno during spring. Gothenburg gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Brno. Gothenburg gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Gothenburg 5°C (41°F) 
    Brno 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Brno and Gothenburg

Gothenburg Brno
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -2°C (29°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb -2°C (29°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 1°C (34°F) 50 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 5°C (41°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 11°C (51°F) 51 mm (2 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 16°C (61°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 77 mm (3 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 12°C (54°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 9°C (47°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Nov 4°C (38°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 0°C (32°F) 75 mm (3 in) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)