A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kosice vs. Holloko for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kosice or Holloko?

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 Kosice and Holloko can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kosice or Holloko?

Kosice

Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.

Holloko

Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Kosice or Holloko?

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 Kosice or Holloko in the Summer?

Both Holloko and Kosice during the summer are popular places to visit.

Kosice is around the same temperature as Holloko in the summer. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Holloko fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

In Holloko, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kosice. In the summer, Kosice often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun.

Kosice usually gets more rain in July than Holloko. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kosice or Holloko in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Holloko.

In the autumn, Kosice is around the same temperature as Holloko. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kosice in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Holloko averages at about 12°C (53°F).

Kosice usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko during autumn. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Kosice usually receives more rain than Holloko. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Kosice or Holloko in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Holloko.

Holloko can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Kosice. In January, Kosice is generally much colder than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around -2°C (28°F), and Holloko fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

In the winter, Kosice often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun.

Kosice usually gets less rain in January than Holloko. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kosice or Holloko in the Spring?

Both Holloko and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Kosice is around the same temperature as Holloko in the spring. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Kosice usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko during spring. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Kosice usually receives around the same amount of rain as Holloko. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Holloko and Kosice