Which place is cheaper, Girona or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Minsk or Girona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Girona, 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: Minsk or Girona?
Minsk
Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.
Girona
Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMinsk $64Girona $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Girona is $150. 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 Minsk and Girona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMinsk $32Girona $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMinsk $64Girona $148
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Girona
Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Girona? 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: Girona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Minsk $12Girona $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Girona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:
- Girona Airport Bus Transfer from/to Barcelona Center: $21
- Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $33
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
- Transfer from Barcelona to girona Airport: $196
- Private Transfer from Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar to Barcelona: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Girona?
Prices for flights to both Girona and Minsk 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 dayMinsk $21Girona $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Girona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Girona.
- The 11 tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $88
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $91
- Girona Evening Food Tour & Tapas Bar Experience: $95
- The 11 Tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $96
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Minsk $20Girona $26
Tours and Activities in Girona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Girona are as follows:
- Girona self-guided tour app with multilingual audioguide: $4.28
- Audio Tour Imprescindible a tu ritmo: $6.41
- Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $6.42
- Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $6.54
- Museum of Cinema Entry Ticket: $7.49
- Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket: $7.74
- Self-guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $11
- Girona City Tour Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11
- Ticket pass to Girona Cathedral, Sant Felix and Girona Art Museum: $13
- Catedral, Art Museum, St Felix Church Ticket & Audio: $29
- E-ticket to Girona's Cathedral, Art Museum & S.t Feliu Church: $29
- Girona History, Legends, and Food Walking Tour with food tasting: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMinsk $14Girona $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Girona
Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spanish Wine Tasting in the Costa Brava: $82
- Local Wineries Tour with Breakfast and Wine Tasting: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Girona, we can see that Girona is more expensive. And not only is Minsk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Minsk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Minsk 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 Girona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Girona than you might in Minsk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Minsk Expensive? and Is Girona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Minsk or Girona?
Minsk has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Girona. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Girona, 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 Minsk or Girona?
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 Minsk or Girona in the Summer?
Both Girona and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Girona in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Minsk is cooler than Girona in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Girona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Girona. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Minsk. Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Girona during summer. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Minsk usually receives more rain than Girona. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Girona receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMinsk 19°C (66°F)Girona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Girona in the Autumn?
Both Girona and Minsk during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Girona for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Minsk is much colder than Girona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Girona averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Girona. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 170 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets less rain in October than Girona. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Girona receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMinsk 8°C (47°F)Girona 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Girona in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Girona. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Girona because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Minsk can be very cold during winter. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Girona. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Girona fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Girona during winter. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 148 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Minsk usually receives less rain than Girona. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Girona receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMinsk -5°C (22°F)Girona 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Girona in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Girona. Also, the small town charm and the natural beauty are the main draw to Girona this time of year.
Minsk is much colder than Girona in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Girona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Minsk often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Girona. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 177 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets less rain in April than Girona. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Girona receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMinsk 8°C (46°F)Girona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Girona and Minsk
| Minsk | Girona | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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.