A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Marseille vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Marseille or Brno?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marseille or Brno, 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: Marseille or Brno?

Marseille

Marseille is the second largest city in France and is the largest Mediterranean port in the region. For visitors, Marseille offers an authentic glimpse at France. It has many colorful markets, natural beauty such as the Calanques with its large, beautiful cliffs, and the old harbor area, which offers a glimpse at the areas working class history.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to France, The Best G Adventures Tours to France, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Marseille?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Marseille is €148, while the average daily cost in Brno is €122. 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 Marseille and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Marseille 71
    Brno 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Marseille 142
    Brno 134
Compare Hotels in Marseille and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Marseille or Brno? 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.

Hotels in Marseille


Hotels in Brno


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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: Marseille Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Marseille 28
    Brno 2.45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Marseille

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Marseille:


  • Metro Pass
    3.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marseille

Also for Marseille, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Aéroport Marseille Marignane : transfert Marseille centre: $81
  • Airport Marseille Transfer to Marseille Old Port: $127
  • Aix en Provence-Transfer from or to Marseille Airport: $115
  • Arles-Transfer From or To Airport MARSEILLE: $198
  • Arrival Private Transfer Marseille Airport MRS to Marseille city or Port by Van: $102
  • Arrival Transfer: MRS Airport to Marseille in Business Car: $110
  • Cannes Private Transfer to Marseille Airport: $619
  • Departure Private Transfer from Marseille city to Marseille Cruise Port by Van: $101
  • Marseille Airport (MRS) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Marseille Hotel or Address): $217
  • Marseille Airport (MRS) to (MPCT) Marseille Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
  • Marseille Airport (MRS) to Arles city - Arrival Private Transfer: $118
  • Marseille Airport (MRS) to Marseille - Arrival Private Transfer: $35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $143
  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.30

Is it cheaper to fly into Marseille or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Marseille 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Marseille 42
    Brno 53
Typical Food Prices in Marseille

For Marseille, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Orangina
    2.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marseille

For Marseille, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Bakeries,Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $67
  • Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $75
  • Sunset Boat Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $87
  • Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $87
  • E-Bike and Food Tour: $92
  • Sunset Apéro Food tour: $97
  • Marseille Food Tour - Bakeries, Chocolate and Patisseries: $99
  • Sunset Sailing Dinner in the Frioul Archipelago: $103
  • Evening Food Tour with Tastings: $103
  • Walking Food Tour with Tastings: $103
  • Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $105
  • Marseille Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $109

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Marseille 38
    Brno -

Tours and Activities in Marseille

For Marseille, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • Marseille:Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.34
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.34
  • Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.42
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.50
  • Panier District Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $8.68
  • Self-guided Like a Local Highlights Day Tour: $9.66
  • Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Game & Sightseeing: $10
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Humorous and Informative Tour of the Historic Center of La Ciotat: $11
  • Mucem Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $12
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14

Tours and Activities in Brno

Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Top secrets of Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $231
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $39
  • 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $38
  • BMP tank driving experience Prague: $274
  • BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $130
  • Best of Moravian Karst - Full-Day Hiking Tour: $253
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $33
  • Brno Private Walking Tour: $225
  • Brno daily tours: $72
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $114
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $58
  • Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $33

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Marseille 27
    Brno 2.16

Sample the Local Flavors in Marseille

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marseille:

  • Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $28
  • Marseille Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $36
  • Delicious Food and Wine Tour: $97
  • New Year's Eve Bar Crawl Marseille France: $98
  • Bandol and Cassis: Full Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $146
  • Luberon: Full-Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $146
  • Full-day Wine Tour around Bandol & Cassis from Marseille: $148
  • Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion : Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour: $151
  • From Provence Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting: $163
  • Côtes du Rhône Wine tour: Avignon, Palace of the Popes: $165
  • Marseille Shore Excursion - Full Day Wine Tour in Provence: $166
  • From Bandol and Cassis Wine Tasting Tour: $179

Sample the Local Flavors in Brno

Also in Brno, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $198


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

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


Which is Bigger, Marseille or Brno?

Marseille has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Marseille and Brno, 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.


When is the best time to visit Marseille or Brno?

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 Marseille or Brno in the Summer?

Both Brno and Marseille during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Marseille this time of year.

In July, Marseille is generally around the same temperature as Brno. Daily temperatures in Marseille average around 24°C (75°F), and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In Brno, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Marseille. In the summer, Marseille often gets more sunshine than Brno. Marseille gets 366 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.

Marseille usually gets less rain in July than Brno. Marseille gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Marseille 24°C (75°F) 
    Brno 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Marseille or Brno in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Marseille and Brno. Many travelers come to Marseille for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Marseille is a little warmer than Brno in the autumn. The daily temperature in Marseille averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

In Marseille, it's very sunny this time of the year. Marseille usually receives more sunshine than Brno during autumn. Marseille gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Marseille usually receives more rain than Brno. Marseille gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Marseille 16°C (61°F) 
    Brno 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Marseille or Brno in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Marseille as well as Brno. Many visitors come to Marseille in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Brno can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Marseille is much warmer than Brno. Typically, the winter temperatures in Marseille in January average around 7°C (44°F), and Brno averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Marseille often gets more sunshine than Brno. Marseille gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.

Marseille usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Marseille gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Marseille 7°C (44°F) 
    Brno 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Marseille or Brno in the Spring?

Both Brno and Marseille are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Marseille for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Marseille is generally around the same temperature as Brno. Daily temperatures in Marseille average around 13°C (56°F), and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Marseille. Marseille usually receives more sunshine than Brno during spring. Marseille gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Marseille usually receives more rain than Brno. Marseille gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Marseille 13°C (56°F) 
    Brno 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Brno and Marseille

Marseille Brno
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C (44°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 10°C (50°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 20°C (69°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 16°C (61°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Nov 11°C (51°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)