Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Karlovy Vary?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Karlovy Vary or Toronto?
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 Karlovy Vary and Toronto can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Karlovy Vary or Toronto?
Karlovy Vary
Founded in 1370, Karlovy Vary translates to "Charles' Bath" for its founder Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor, as well as its famous hot springs. It is located in Bohemia in the western Czech Republic and is also known as Karlsbad (German) or Carlsbad (English). Another highlight is the International Film Festival in July with draws celebrities and other film enthusiasts worldwide.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Czech Republic, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarlovy Vary $114Toronto $247
The average daily cost (per person) in Karlovy Vary is $114, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $247. 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 Karlovy Vary and Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarlovy Vary $44Toronto $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarlovy Vary $88Toronto $170
Compare Hotels in Karlovy Vary and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Karlovy Vary or Toronto? 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: Karlovy Vary Hotel Prices and Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karlovy Vary $30Toronto $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Karlovy Vary
Also for Karlovy Vary, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $139
- Private Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague, English-speaking driver: $130
- Karlovy Vary to Prague Airport (PRG) - Departure Private Transfer: $165
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) Transfer to Downtown Montreal: $1,618
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) Transfer to Kingston: $856
- Private Transfer to Kingston City or Queen's Unive…: $816
- Niagara Falls: Private Transfer to/from Toronto Airport: $700
- Pearson Airport to Blue Mountain Resort Transfer: $666
- Low cost Transfer: Toronto Downtown to Niagara Falls (Lake): $657
- Guided layover and stopover tour with transfers.: $500
- Pvt. Transfer St. Catharines Airport to Pearson Int Airport: $476
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) Transfer to Niagara Falls: $442
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) Transfer to Port Hope: $439
- Airport Transfer Toronto to Niagara region: $292
- Private Transfer to and from Kitchener Waterloo Region - Toronto Pearson Airport: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Karlovy Vary or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto and Karlovy Vary 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 dayKarlovy Vary $52Toronto $109
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $46
- Great White North Food Tour: $54
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $55
- Authentic Food Tour with Local & International Flavors: $59
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Distillery: $61
- Taste Canada: Non-Touristy St Lawrence Market Food Tour: $65
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $69
- Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour: $72
- St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $78
- The Great Canadian Food Tour - Distillery + St. Lawrence Market: $80
- Niagara Falls Evening Tour with Boat, Journey, Dinner & Fireworks: $80
- Toronto's International Food Tour - Kensington Market: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karlovy Vary $13Toronto $31
Tours and Activities in Karlovy Vary
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Karlovy Vary.
- A day in the life of Karlovy Vary - Private tour with a local: $242
- Best of Karlovy Vary Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $270
- Elegant Private Walking Tour With Local Guide: $305
- Karlovy Vary Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $46
- Karlovy Vary Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $270
- Home of Becherovka Visitor Center Guided Tour: $14
- Mineral Hot Springs Tasting and Walking Tour: $47
- Moser Glassworks Tour with Museum Entry: $17
- Private Walking Tour: $279
- Tourist Cinema Experience: $5.78
- Touristic highlights of Karlovy Vary on a Private half day tour with a local: $181
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.25
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Hour Toronto Harbour Tour with Live Narration: $29
- 20 km Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $152
- 60-Minute Toronto Luxury Yacht Sightseeing Prosecco Cruise!: $106
- 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $33
- Adventures in Abstract Paint Pouring: $29
- Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $151
- Best Value Toronto To Niagara Falls Day Tour: $51
- Best of Toronto City Tour with Boat Cruise & CN Tower Entry: $146
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
- Blue Mountain Ski One day Tour: $292
- Brothels of Old Toronto Walking Tour: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarlovy Vary $7.48Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Toronto Distillery District: Whisky Exploration Game and Tour: $8.24
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $20
- Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour: $21
- Nickel 9 Distillery Tour and Tasting: $25
- Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour: $28
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $35
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $43
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $44
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $53
- Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $54
- Private Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $59
- Distillery District Beer and Cheese Tasting Tour: $68
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karlovy Vary and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Karlovy Vary much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Karlovy Vary is in Europe and Toronto is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Karlovy Vary would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karlovy Vary 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Karlovy Vary.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karlovy Vary Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karlovy Vary or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Karlovy Vary. When comparing the sizes of Karlovy Vary and Toronto, 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 Karlovy Vary or Toronto?
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 Karlovy Vary or Toronto in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Karlovy Vary and Toronto. Furthermore, many visitors come to Toronto in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Karlovy Vary is around the same temperature as Toronto in the summer. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Toronto this time of the year. In Karlovy Vary, it's very sunny this time of the year. Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during summer. Karlovy Vary gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKarlovy Vary 20°C (68°F)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Toronto in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Karlovy Vary as well as Toronto. Additionally, most visitors come to Toronto for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Karlovy Vary is around the same temperature as Toronto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Karlovy Vary in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Toronto averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in October than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKarlovy Vary 11°C (51°F)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Toronto in the Winter?
Both Toronto and Karlovy Vary are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Toronto because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Toronto can be very cold. Karlovy Vary can be very cold during winter. In January, Karlovy Vary is generally much warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Karlovy Vary average around 1°C (33°F), and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during winter. Karlovy Vary gets 58 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKarlovy Vary 1°C (33°F)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Toronto in the Spring?
Both Toronto and Karlovy Vary during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Toronto this time of year.
Karlovy Vary is a little warmer than Toronto in the spring. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
In the spring, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 151 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in April than Toronto. Karlovy Vary gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKarlovy Vary 10°C (50°F)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Karlovy Vary
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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