Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Mamaia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mamaia or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mamaia or Poznan? 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 Poznan?
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.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
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 Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMamaia $64Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Mamaia is $64, while the average daily cost in Poznan is $35. 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 Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMamaia $25Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMamaia $50Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Mamaia and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Mamaia or Poznan? 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: Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mamaia $27Poznan $4.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $251
- Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $218
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Mamaia or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan 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 $22Poznan $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mamaia $13Poznan $4.79
Tours and Activities in Mamaia
For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $86
- One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $175
- Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
- From Torun Sightseeing Day Tour: $298
- Magic Christmas tour in Poznan: $134
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Palace, Castle and Ancient Oaks - Rogalin and Kórnik guided tour from Poznan : $283
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $113
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $114
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Private City Walking Tour from Cathedral Island: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMamaia $12Poznan $3.19
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mamaia and Poznan, we can see that Mamaia is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Mamaia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mamaia than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mamaia Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Mamaia or Poznan?
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 Mamaia or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mamaia and Poznan.
Mamaia is a little warmer than Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Poznan this time of the year. In Mamaia, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during summer. Mamaia gets 320 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Mamaia usually receives less rain than Poznan. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMamaia 22°C (72°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Mamaia as well as Poznan.
In the autumn, Mamaia is a little warmer than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mamaia in October average around 14°C (56°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Mamaia gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets less rain in October than Poznan. Mamaia gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMamaia 14°C (56°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Mamaia are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Poznan. It's quite cold in Mamaia in the winter. In January, Mamaia is generally much warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Mamaia average around 1°C (33°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during winter. Mamaia gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mamaia usually receives around the same amount of rain as Poznan. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMamaia 1°C (33°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Mamaia during the spring are popular places to visit.
Mamaia is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 10°C (51°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the spring, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Mamaia gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets less rain in April than Poznan. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMamaia 10°C (51°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Mamaia
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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