Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hamburg or Katowice?
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 Hamburg and Katowice can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Katowice?
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
Katowice
Katowice is a city east of Krakow, in the Silesian province of southern Poland. A large dome crowns the Cathedral of Christ the King, built between 1927 and 1955. The adjacent Archdiocesan Museum exhibits Silesian sacred art. The ultramodern Silesian Museum features several glass structures on the site of a former coal mine. It exhibits Polish art and chronicles the history of Upper Silesia. Historically, Katowice is a product of the 19th-century industrial boom, but it only became a city in the interwar period. After WWII, at the height of the Stalinist cult craze, the city was renamed Stalinogrod, but reverted to its old name soon after Comrade Joe died in 1953. Katowice has few significant historical monuments, but it's a major commercial and cultural center and holds sufficient attractions to make it worth a stop.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Warsaw.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg €117Katowice €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, while the average daily cost in Katowice 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 Hamburg and Katowice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Katowice €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Katowice €36
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Katowice
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg or Katowice? 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices and Katowice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Katowice €12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg Airport(HAM): $38
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Hamburg Cruise Port: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $41
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM Departure : $41
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg City Hotels: $51
- Private Transfer from Hamburg City Hotels to Hamburg Cruise Port: $51
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Hotels to Bremerhaven Cruise Port: $65
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $76
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Port: $78
- Private Transfer from Hamburg City to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $78
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Katowice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Katowice:
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Katowice with Private Transfers: $199
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Fast-Track Ticket & Guided Tour No Transfers: $32
- Katowice Airport: Private Transfer to or from Krakow: $186
- Katowice Pyrzowice KTW to Krakow City Private Transfer: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Katowice?
Prices for flights to both Katowice and Hamburg 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 dayHamburg €35Katowice €18
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Katowice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Katowice.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg €39Katowice €6.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Speicherstadt and HafenCity": $3.20
- Selfguided Audiotour "Old Town and City Center": $3.20
- Deutsche Hafen & St.Pauli Bezahl-Was-ihr-wollt Tour zu Fuß: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Harbor&St. Pauli Pay-What-You-Want 2-Hour Walking Tour: $3.21
- English Hamburg City Center Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- German Hamburg Historic City Center Pay-What-You-Want Tour: $3.21
- English Harbor&St.Pauli Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.26
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in St. Pauli: $4.60
Tours and Activities in Katowice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Katowice are as follows:
- Ticket Pass and Guided Tour in Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum: $28
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $32
- Entrance Ticket to Auschwitz Birkenau with Guide and FREE ebook: $32
- Auschwitz-Birkenau - Skip the Line Tickets : $32
- Katowice and Nikiszowiec: bicycle tour with guide: $42
- Auschwitz & Birkenau Live Guide Tour Entrance Ticket: $55
- From Auschwitz-Birkenau Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $95
- Katowice Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Private City Tour with Stories & Viewing Points: $154
- Private Tour to Auschwitz Birkenau: $156
- Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $159
- Katowice Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg €17Katowice €5.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
Sample the Local Flavors in Katowice
Also in Katowice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tyskie Brewery Tour: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Katowice, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Katowice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Katowice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Katowice 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Katowice.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Katowice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Katowice?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Katowice. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Katowice, 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 Hamburg or Katowice?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Hamburg or Katowice in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Katowice. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Hamburg is generally around the same temperature as Katowice. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 17°C (62°F), and Katowice fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Katowice this time of the year. In Hamburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hamburg usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 219 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Hamburg usually receives around the same amount of rain as Katowice. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Katowice 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Katowice in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Katowice. The autumn months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Hamburg is around the same temperature as Katowice in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Katowice fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Katowice. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 128 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in October than Katowice. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Katowice 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Katowice in the Winter?
Both Katowice and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Katowice. It's quite cold in Hamburg in the winter. In the winter, Hamburg is much warmer than Katowice. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hamburg in January average around 0°C (33°F), and Katowice averages at about -2°C (28°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Katowice during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 51 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Katowice. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Katowice -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Katowice in the Spring?
Both Katowice and Hamburg during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the natural beauty.
In April, Hamburg is generally around the same temperature as Katowice. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 8°C (46°F), and Katowice fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Hamburg often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 152 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Katowice. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Katowice 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Katowice and Hamburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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