Which place is cheaper, Tihany or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hamburg or Tihany?
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 Tihany can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Tihany?
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.
Tihany
Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Hungary, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg €117Tihany €41
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, while the average daily cost in Tihany is €41. 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 Tihany in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Tihany €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Tihany €36
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Tihany
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg or Tihany? 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 Tihany Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Tihany €10
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:
- Hamburg Airport(HAM): Transfer to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $645
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Transfer to Fredericia Cruise Port: $585
- Private One-Way Transfer to or from Kiel Port: $422
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Berlin, English Speaking Driver: $300
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Wolfsburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $271
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers : $267
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $262
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $234
- Private Transfer From Hamburg To Bremen With a 2 Hour Stop: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Tihany?
Prices for flights to both Tihany 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 €35Tihany €17
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg €39Tihany €4.52
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:
- Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
- Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
- "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $69
- "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $181
- "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
- 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
- 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
- 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $75
- 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Tihany
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tihany.
- Erotic Renaissance Wax Museum Entrance Ticket: $5.45
- Lake Balaton: Paddle Board Tour of Tihany National Park: $43
- Lake Balaton: Sunset SUP Tour Tihany: $43
- The best of Keszthely walking tour: $98
- Romantic tour around Keszthely for couples: $98
- Special Magical Christmas Walking Tour in Keszthely: $218
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg €17Tihany €6.17
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 Tihany
Also in Tihany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Budapest: Wine Tasting At Balaton Full Day Private Tour: $1,219
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Tihany, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Tihany.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Tihany Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Tihany?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 1210 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Tihany, 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 Tihany?
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 Hamburg or Tihany in the Summer?
Both Tihany and Hamburg during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Hamburg is generally cooler than Tihany. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 17°C (62°F), and Tihany fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Tihany, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Hamburg. In the summer, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Tihany. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 278 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in July than Tihany. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Tihany 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Tihany in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Tihany. The autumn months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Hamburg is cooler than Tihany in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Tihany fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Tihany during autumn. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Tihany. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Tihany 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Tihany in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Tihany. 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 Tihany. It's quite cold in Hamburg in the winter. In the winter, Hamburg is much warmer than Tihany. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hamburg in January average around 0°C (33°F), and Tihany averages at about -1°C (31°F).
In the winter, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Tihany. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 61 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in January than Tihany. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Tihany -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Tihany in the Spring?
Both Tihany and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the natural beauty.
In April, Hamburg is generally much colder than Tihany. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 8°C (46°F), and Tihany fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Tihany during spring. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Tihany. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Tihany 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Tihany and Hamburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 27 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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