Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Munich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Munich or Ottawa, 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.
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.
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
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 Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Munich is €148, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is €114. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Munich:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Munich:
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Munich:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Munich.
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Munich for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Munich for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Munich:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Munich:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Munich and Ottawa, we can see that Munich is more expensive. And not only is Ottawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Munich is in Europe and Ottawa is in North 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 Ottawa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ottawa 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 Ottawa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Munich Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Munich has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Ottawa. When comparing the sizes of Munich and Ottawa, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Munich as well as Ottawa. Many visitors come to Munich in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Munich is around the same temperature as Ottawa in the summer. The daily temperature in Munich averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Ottawa fluctuates around 21°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ottawa. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Munich this time of the year. In the summer, Munich often gets less sunshine than Ottawa. Munich gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 268 hours of full sun.
Munich usually gets less rain in July than Ottawa. Munich gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Ottawa and Munich are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Munich for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In the autumn, Munich is a little warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Munich in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Ottawa averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Munich usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ottawa during autumn. Munich gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Munich usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Munich gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Ottawa and Munich during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Munich because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Ottawa in the winter. The weather in Munich can be very cold. In January, Munich is generally much warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Munich average around -1°C (31°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
In the winter, Munich often gets less sunshine than Ottawa. Munich gets 30 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun.
Munich usually gets less rain in January than Ottawa. Munich gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Munich and Ottawa. The activities around the city are the main draw to Munich this time of year.
Munich is much warmer than Ottawa in the spring. The daily temperature in Munich averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Ottawa fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Munich usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ottawa during spring. Munich gets 172 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Munich usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Munich gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Munich | Ottawa | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
May | 15°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 19°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Dec | 1°C (33°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |