Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Munich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Munich or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Munich or Bogota, 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: Munich or Bogota?
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.
Bogota
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, The Best Walking Tours in Germany, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMunich €148Bogota €48
The average daily cost (per person) in Munich is €148, while the average daily cost in Bogota is €48. 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 Munich and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMunich €89Bogota €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMunich €178Bogota €48
Compare Hotels in Munich and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Munich or Bogota? 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 and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Munich €19Bogota €8.07
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€2.30
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Inner District Subway Day Pass€5.20
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City transport day ticket€11
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 from Munich to Linz: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing : $212
- 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 : $136
- Shared Departure Transfer: Munich Central Station to Munich Airport: $14
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Munich Airport to Munich Central Station: $14
- Salzburg to Munich Transfer: $269
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Munich Airport (MUC) - Munich City: $155
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport€6.96
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Taxi Ride€0.36
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2 Bus Passes€0.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City in a Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minibus: $124
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- Bogotá Private Luxury Transfer - Airport Pick Up or Drop Off - SUV Mercedes Benz: $97
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Munich or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Munich 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 dayMunich €27Bogota €12
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€5.00
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Leberkässemmeln (Veal & Pork Sandwich)€1.95
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
- Food Tour Beer- 3 small beers & "Brotzeit" in GERMAN: $80
- 6 gears dinner show menu: $100
- Original Munich Christmas Market Food Tour - all tastings included: $137
- Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $141
- Private Full Day Bavarian Beer and Food Tour in Munich: $210
- Munich Food Tour & Food Market with German Delicacies: $265
- Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Dinner : $273
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast€1.45
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Hot Dog€0.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bogota Local Food Tour in the City Center: $13
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Munich €29Bogota €12
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€4.00
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Munich Zoo Entrance€9.00
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Pub Crawl Munich Tour€14
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Neuschwanstein Castle (2)€24
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 : $211
- 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: $207
- Albert Einstein Private Walking Tour in Old Town Munich: $204
- 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: $397
- Bad Tölz Private Guided Walking Tour: $220
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Beer€1.21
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Party Tour: 6 nightclubs, Disco-Truck, After Party, 2 openbars: $2.95
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Monserrate Regular Tickets: $11
- Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
- Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Alternative tour of Bogotá: gastronomic and cultural: $19
- Bike Tour through Bogotá: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMunich €37Bogota €13
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€12
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: $29
- Munich's Original Pub Crawl: $31
- English Guided Brewery Tour in Munich beertasting 4 beers: $38
- Interactive Wine Tasting Experience @ Max & Moritz: $38
- Cheese & Wine tasting: $96
- The ORIGINAL Munich Christmas Market Festive Wine Tour -with food: $141
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $290
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $294
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá: $25
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá : $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Munich and Bogota, we can see that Munich is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Munich is in Europe and Bogota is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Bogota.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Munich Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Munich or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Munich. When comparing the sizes of Munich and Bogota, 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 Munich or Bogota?
Munich has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Munich or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Munich as well as Bogota. The summer months attract visitors to Munich because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In the summer, Munich is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Munich in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Munich usually gets more rain in July than Bogota. Munich gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMunich 20°C (68°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Munich or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Munich are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Munich this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Munich is generally cooler than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Munich average around 11°C (52°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bogota. In October, Munich usually receives less rain than Bogota. Munich gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMunich 11°C (52°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Munich or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Munich during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Munich for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Munich. Munich is much colder than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Munich averages around -1°C (31°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Munich usually gets more rain in January than Bogota. Munich gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMunich -1°C (31°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Munich or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Munich and Bogota. Many visitors come to Munich in the spring for the activities around the city. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Munich is cooler than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Munich in April average around 11°C (53°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In April, Munich usually receives less rain than Bogota. Munich gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMunich 11°C (53°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Munich
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 15°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (33°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 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.