Which place is cheaper, Wroclaw or Kos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kos or Wroclaw?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Wroclaw can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Kos or Wroclaw?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Wroclaw
Wroclaw still remains mostly undiscovered to travelers. It's the largest city and capital of Lower Silesian Voivodeship. It is also a historical capital of Silesia with a very rich history. The city's population is around 630,000 and there are over a million people in the metropolitan area. It's the fourth largest city in Poland and has an economy that is centered around manufacturing, banking, industry, tourism, and cultural events. The area has some unique architecture, beautiful rivers, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city has witnessed much turmoil, particularly during World War II and the years following. Today it has been beautifully restored and should be considered a highlight of a trip to Poland. Now is the time to visit, because as Poland gains ground within Europe, prices are sure to rise and the crowds will discover this city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €134Wroclaw €31
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €134, while the average daily cost in Wroclaw is €31. 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 Kos and Wroclaw in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Wroclaw €15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Wroclaw €30
Compare Hotels in Kos and Wroclaw
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Wroclaw? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Wroclaw Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Wroclaw €5.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $24
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $24
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $25
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $27
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $30
- Private Transfer from Kos Airport to Resorts: $30
- Kos Private Transfer Services: $52
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $59
- Kalymnos, Pserimos & Plati Island Cruise with Hotel Transfer: $59
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $59
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:
- Wrocław: Wrocław Zoo Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $74
- Private Airport Transfer To/From the City Center: $37
- Wroclaw city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $145
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw city centre to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Świeradów-Zdrój city: $206
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Zagan city: $222
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Wroclaw city centre: $25
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Trzebnica city: $45
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Trutnov city: $173
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Szklarska Poręba city: $178
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Strzelce Opolskie city: $194
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Stronie Slaskie city: $154
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Wroclaw?
Prices for flights to both Wroclaw and Kos 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 dayKos €43Wroclaw €10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $43
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $61
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $62
- Tavern Dinner Experience with Greek Dancing and Wine: $65
- Kos Cooking Classes by Mama Contessa: $86
- Private Greek Cooking Class in Kos with Lunch: $90
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $95
- Private Cooking Class in Kos, Local Recipes: $97
- Half Day Wine Tasting with Dinner in Kos: $117
Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw
Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:
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Coffee & Sandwich€2.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wroclaw
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Wroclaw.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Wroclaw €5.32
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $8.02
- Escape Game and Tour: $8.02
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $21
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $27
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $29
- From Kalymnos, Pserimos and Plati Day Cruise: $32
- From the Port of Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands: $32
- Kos Island: 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch: $32
- 3-Island Cruise with Greek BBQ Lunch and Swimming: $32
- Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands with optional pickup: $33
Tours and Activities in Wroclaw
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:
- Tour with RETRO e-bus, 2h Gr. 3-7 people, English-guide: $62
- 2-Hours Private Electric Car Tour with a Guide, Wroclaw: $49
- 5 Hour Private Historical Tour to Gross Rosen Concentration Camp: $131
- Adršpach: The Chronicles of Narnia Filming Location Tour: $112
- Auschwitz tour from Wroclaw: $163
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Wroclaw: $152
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Wrocław: $189
- BRESLAU FORTRESS and World War II, private tour with photos: $48
- Berlin Day Tour from Wroclaw: $211
- Best of Wroclaw 3-Hour History and Culture Walking Tour: $128
- Bike Tour of Wroclaw Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature: $110
- Delicious Wroclaw Vodka Tour: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Wroclaw €5.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Wineries Tour w/ Wine Tastings, Lunch & Transportation: $59
- From Tour of 2 Wineries with Wine Tasting & Small Bites: $63
- Kos Island: Wine Tasting & Zia Village Visit for Sunset: $150
Typical Alcohol Prices in Wroclaw
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Wroclaw:
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A Couple Beers€3.02
Sample the Local Flavors in Wroclaw
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Wroclaw:
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl : $22
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Wroclaw, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Wroclaw much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wroclaw would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wroclaw 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos than you might in Wroclaw.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Wroclaw Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Wroclaw?
Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Kos. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Wroclaw, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.