A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Murren vs. Wroclaw for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Murren or Wroclaw?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Murren and Wroclaw can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Murren or Wroclaw?

Murren

Murren (or Muerren) is a fairly expensive destination, as it's a small town in a very popular area for travelers in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland. The town sits up on the side of the mountain above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, and is mostly car free. Getting here involves a ride on a gondola and cog-rail. The main activities in Murren are skiing in winter and outdoor activities in the summer, all of which tend to be a bit pricey. However, the price is well warranted according to most visitors, as the mountain scenery is top notch, the food is excellent, and the activities are world-class.

Wroclaw

Wroclaw still remains mostly undiscovered to travelers. It's the largest city and capital of Lower Silesian Voivodeship. It is also a historical capital of Silesia with a very rich history. The city's population is around 630,000 and there are over a million people in the metropolitan area. It's the fourth largest city in Poland and has an economy that is centered around manufacturing, banking, industry, tourism, and cultural events. The area has some unique architecture, beautiful rivers, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city has witnessed much turmoil, particularly during World War II and the years following. Today it has been beautifully restored and should be considered a highlight of a trip to Poland. Now is the time to visit, because as Poland gains ground within Europe, prices are sure to rise and the crowds will discover this city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Switzerland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Switzerland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Wroclaw or Murren?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Murren is $407, while the average daily cost in Wroclaw is $33. 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 Murren and Wroclaw in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Murren $217
    Wroclaw $16
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Murren $434
    Wroclaw $32
Compare Hotels in Murren and Wroclaw

Looking for a hotel in Murren or Wroclaw? 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 Murren


Hotels in Wroclaw


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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: Murren Hotel Prices and Wroclaw Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Murren $50
    Wroclaw $5.83

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:

  • Archery Tag with Hotel Transfers: $58
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Brzeg: $109
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Karpacz: $174
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Katowice: $294
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Lodz: $283
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Opole: $153
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Polanica Zdroj: $174
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Poznan: $262
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Swidnica: $109
  • Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Szklarska Poreba: $174
  • Private Transfer from Swidnica city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $101
  • Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Bielany Wroclawskie city: $32

Is it cheaper to fly into Murren or Wroclaw?

Prices for flights to both Wroclaw and Murren 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
    Murren $150
    Wroclaw $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Murren

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Murren.

  • Sunset hike with outdoor Cheese Fondue dinner: $167

Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw

Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:


  • Coffee & Sandwich
    $2.98

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wroclaw

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Wroclaw.

  • Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Murren $59
    Wroclaw $5.68

Tours and Activities in Murren

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

  • Swiss countryside tour in free-cars town: $123
  • Sledding adventure with Chocolate degustation: $129
  • Private Speedriding Tandem Experience in Switzerland: $279

Tours and Activities in Wroclaw

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $6.95
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
  • Wrocław: Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $11
  • Legends of Old Town 1 Hour Walking Tour in Wroclaw: $11
  • Old Town Sunset Cruise: $15
  • Old Town Night Cruise with Ilumination: $15
  • Old Town boat cruise: $15
  • Old Town Wrocław Walking Tour: $16
  • Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour (English): $17
  • III Reich and WW2 in Wroclaw. Monday-Friday regular tour: $27
  • Wroclaw, 2-Hour Group Tour by Electric Car: $27

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Murren $19
    Wroclaw $5.93

Typical Alcohol Prices in Wroclaw

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Wroclaw:


  • A Couple Beers
    $3.23

Sample the Local Flavors in Wroclaw

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

  • Wroclaw Pub Crawl : $22
  • Wroclaw Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22


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

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


Which is Bigger, Murren or Wroclaw?

Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 1410 times larger than the population of Murren. When comparing the sizes of Murren and Wroclaw, 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.