Which place is cheaper, Munich or Mamaia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mamaia or Munich?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mamaia or Munich? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Mamaia or Munich?
Mamaia
The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.
Munich
Munich is the capital city of Bavaria and a top travel destination within Germany. It has stunning architecture and a cultural scene that rivals Berlin. It has some of the country's top museums, festivals, and concerts. Munich is most famous for its Oktoberfest, which is easily the busiest time of year in the city. The architecture is what surprises most travelers. It's quite impressive and truly adds to the character of the city. Although much of Munich was destroyed during World War II, the city has successfully rebuilt most of the buildings in their previous style. Much of the city remains as it was in the 1800s. There are two major research universities in Munich, helping to make it a center for engineering, business, and the sciences.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, and The Best Walking Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMamaia $64Munich $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Mamaia is $64, while the average daily cost in Munich is $158. 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 Mamaia and Munich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMamaia $25Munich $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMamaia $50Munich $192
Compare Hotels in Mamaia and Munich
Looking for a hotel in Mamaia or Munich? 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: Munich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mamaia $27Munich $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $218
- Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $251
- Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Munich
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Munich:
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Single Zone Trip on Subway$2.46
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Inner District Subway Day Pass$5.57
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City transport day ticket$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Munich:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Munich HTL-APT (MUC): $177
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Munich APT-HTL (MUC): $177
- Transfer in private vehicle from Munich City - Munich Airport (MUC): $74
- Transfer in private vehicle from Munich Airport (MUC)- Munich City: $74
- Transfer Munich to Kaprun,Zell am See,Flachau,Stubai,Kitzbuhel,Innsbruck & Other: $259
- Skip-the-line Nymphenburg Palace Guided Tour with Transfers: $235
- Skip-the-line Hellabrunn Zoo in Munich with Transfers: $133
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Munich Airport to Munich Central Station: $14
- Salzburg to Munich Transfer: $267
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Munich Airport (MUC) - Munich City: $155
- Private transfer from Munich to Vienna: $930
- Private transfer from Munich to Prague: $706
Is it cheaper to fly into Mamaia or Munich?
Prices for flights to both Munich and Mamaia 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 dayMamaia $22Munich $29
Typical Food Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Munich:
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Bratwurst$5.36
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Leberkässemmeln (Veal & Pork Sandwich)$2.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Munich.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Viktualienmarkt Gourmet Food Tour: $46
- Private Salzburg History & Food Tour with Munich train add-on: $55
- Food Tour Beer- 3 small beers & "Brotzeit" in GERMAN: $79
- 6 gears dinner show menu: $99
- Original Munich Christmas Market Food Tour - all tastings included: $136
- Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $141
- Private Full Day Bavarian Beer and Food Tour in Munich: $209
- Private - Viktualienmarkt Food Tour and Beyond - best Munich tastings: $229
- Munich Food Tour & Food Market with German Delicacies: $265
- Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Dinner : $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mamaia $13Munich $31
Tours and Activities in Mamaia
For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21
- Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $86
- One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $175
Typical Entertainment Prices in Munich
Here are a few typical costs in Munich for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Schack Gallery Entrance$4.29
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Munich Zoo Entrance$9.64
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Pub Crawl Munich Tour$15
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Neuschwanstein Castle (2)$26
Tours and Activities in Munich
Here are a few actual costs in Munich for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hours VIP Private Segway Tour: $91
- 2-hour Private Walking Tour in Munich: $214
- 2-hour city tour by bike in Munich to the hotspots of the Isar metropolis: $35
- 5 Top Churches in Munich Private Walking Tour : $210
- 5 Top Churches in Munich Private Walking Tour : $211
- A Tour inside Munich's Justizpalast: $24
- Albert Einstein Private Walking Tour in Old Town Munich: $202
- Albert Einstein Private Walking Tour in Old Town Munich: $207
- Andechs Monastery Beer Hike Food Experience Private Tour (departs Munich): $208
- Art & Heritage: Private Walking Tour of Bavarian National Museum: $202
- Art & Heritage: Walking Tour of Bavarian National Museum: $395
- Bad Tölz Private Guided Walking Tour: $220
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMamaia $12Munich $39
Sample the Local Flavors in Mamaia
Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $44
Typical Alcohol Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Munich:
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Hofbrauhaus$13
Sample the Local Flavors in Munich
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Munich:
- Exclusive Brewery Tour & Tasting of 4 Organic Beers: $28
- Munich's Original Pub Crawl: $31
- English Guided Brewery Tour in Munich beertasting 4 beers: $37
- Max & Moritz: Interactive Wine Tasting Experience: $37
- Cheese & Wine tasting: $95
- The ORIGINAL Munich Christmas Market Festive Wine Tour -with food: $141
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $288
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $294
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mamaia and Munich, we can see that Munich is more expensive. And not only is Mamaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mamaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mamaia 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 Munich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Munich than you might in Mamaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mamaia Expensive? and Is Munich Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Mamaia or Munich?
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 Mamaia or Munich in the Summer?
Both Munich and Mamaia during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Munich in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Mamaia is around the same temperature as Munich. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mamaia in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Munich averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Munich, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mamaia. In the summer, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Munich. Mamaia gets 320 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Munich receives 242 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets less rain in July than Munich. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Munich receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMamaia 22°C (72°F)Munich 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Munich in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Mamaia and Munich. Furthermore, most visitors come to Munich for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In October, Mamaia is generally a little warmer than Munich. Daily temperatures in Mamaia average around 14°C (56°F), and Munich fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Munich during autumn. Mamaia gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Munich receives 115 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Mamaia usually receives less rain than Munich. Mamaia gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Munich receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMamaia 14°C (56°F)Munich 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Munich in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Mamaia as well as Munich. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Munich because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Munich can be very cold. Mamaia can be very cold during winter. Mamaia is much warmer than Munich in the winter. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 1°C (33°F) in January, and Munich fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
In the winter, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Munich. Mamaia gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Munich receives 30 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets less rain in January than Munich. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Munich receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMamaia 1°C (33°F)Munich -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Munich in the Spring?
Both Munich and Mamaia are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Munich this time of year.
In the spring, Mamaia is around the same temperature as Munich. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mamaia in April average around 10°C (51°F), and Munich averages at about 11°C (53°F).
Mamaia usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Munich during spring. Mamaia gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Munich receives 172 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Mamaia usually receives less rain than Munich. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Munich receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMamaia 10°C (51°F)Munich 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Munich and Mamaia
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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