Which place is cheaper, Wroclaw or Lausanne?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lausanne or Wroclaw?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lausanne or Wroclaw, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lausanne or Wroclaw?
Lausanne
Located on Lake Geneva, Lausanne is the capital city of French-speaking region of Vaud, Switzerland. The slopes of Lake Geneva's shores are known for growing wine, while the city of Lausanne sprawls across three hills. The city is also home to the International Olympic Committee, the Olympic Museum, and lakeshore Olympic Park, as well as an old town that dates to medieval times.
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 Luxury Tours to Switzerland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Switzerland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLausanne $227Wroclaw $33
The average daily cost (per person) in Lausanne is $227, while the average daily cost in Wroclaw is $33. 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 Lausanne and Wroclaw in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLausanne $136Wroclaw $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLausanne $272Wroclaw $32
Compare Hotels in Lausanne and Wroclaw
Looking for a hotel in Lausanne 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: Lausanne Hotel Prices and Wroclaw Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lausanne $41Wroclaw $5.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lausanne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lausanne:
- Lausanne accommodation to Geneva Airport (GVA) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Private Transfer from Geneva Airport to Évian-les-Bains: $160
- Taxi, Airport Transfer and Limousine Service in Switzerland: $233
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:
- Archery Tag with Hotel Transfers: $58
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Brzeg: $109
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Karpacz: $174
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Katowice: $294
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Lodz: $283
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Opole: $153
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Polanica Zdroj: $174
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Poznan: $262
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Swidnica: $109
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Szklarska Poreba: $174
- Private Transfer from Swidnica city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $101
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Bielany Wroclawskie city: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Lausanne or Wroclaw?
Prices for flights to both Wroclaw and Lausanne 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 dayLausanne $62Wroclaw $11
Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw
Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:
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Coffee & Sandwich$2.98
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.Lausanne $38Wroclaw $5.68
Tours and Activities in Lausanne
Here are a few actual costs in Lausanne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Modern Medeival A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- Medieval A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Lausanne Highlights Self Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.42
- Lausanne Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided City Walking Tour: $15
- Lausanne (Ouchy District) City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $15
- Lausanne (City Center) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $16
- Lausanne Ouchy District City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $16
- The Olympic Museum Entry Ticket: $22
Tours and Activities in Wroclaw
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $6.95
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Wrocław: Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Legends of Old Town 1 Hour Walking Tour in Wroclaw: $11
- Old Town Sunset Cruise: $15
- Old Town Night Cruise with Ilumination: $15
- Old Town boat cruise: $15
- Old Town Wrocław Walking Tour: $16
- Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour (English): $17
- III Reich and WW2 in Wroclaw. Monday-Friday regular tour: $27
- Wroclaw, 2-Hour Group Tour by Electric Car: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLausanne $27Wroclaw $5.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Lausanne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lausanne:
- Swiss cheese and charcuterie wine tasting: $50
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$3.23
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 Lausanne and Wroclaw, we can see that Lausanne 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 Lausanne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lausanne 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 Lausanne Expensive? and Is Wroclaw Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lausanne or Wroclaw?
Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Lausanne. When comparing the sizes of Lausanne 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.