Should you visit Nuremberg or Dresden?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Nuremberg and Dresden can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Nuremberg
Located in Bavaria, Nuremberg is the region's second largest city. It is positioned on the banks of the Pegnitz River and the Main-Danube Canal, about 100 miles from Munich. Nuremberg is famous for a handful of things, including gingerbread, Christmas, and the Nuremberg Trials. The old town itself is beautiful, with gothic churches and impressive castles. It has quaint streets lined with beautiful houses and an old world atmosphere.
Dresden
As towering baroque architecture and verdant woodlands surround your vision, this cityscape works almost as a time capsule of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, untouched by the burdens of modernity. With a melange of cultures and histories, Dresden, Germany stands before you. The capital of the eastern German state of Saxony, Dresden is globally known for its celebrated art museums and classic architecture of its reconstructed Old Town. From the baroque church Frauenkirche to the Versailles-inspired Zwinger palace, the aesthetic value of this Germany city is simply immeasurable. Located on the gorgeous Elbe River, Dresden receives about ten million tourists a year, most of them from Germany. Nevertheless, despite the traditional German culture its most historic buildings exude, Dresden is still touched by the present-day generation with its abundance of restaurants, clubs, shops, and theaters. Whether you wish to gaze at the Raphael's "Sistine Madonna" or simply go for a quick shopping run, Dresden obliges its guests most satisfactorily.
Which city is cheaper, Dresden or Nuremberg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Nuremberg is €83, while the average daily cost in Dresden is €107. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Nuremberg and Dresden in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Nuremberg is €98. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €48. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Dresden the cost is €96 on average.
Food
The average traveler spends about €27 per day in Nuremberg for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
On average, meal and food prices in Dresden cost around €25 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €10.
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Food
Meals for one day
Nuremberg €27
Dresden €25
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Nuremberg is €9.42 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €8.45 per day to get around in Dresden.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nuremberg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nuremberg:
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From Nuremberg to Frankfurt Airport Private Transfer- punctual & friendly Driver:
$263
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From Nuremberg to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver:
$220
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Nuremberg Airport to Nuremberg City - One Way:
$75
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Nuremberg to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing:
$216
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One-Way Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague By Comfortable Minivan:
$475
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Private Airport Transfer from Nuremberg to Nuremberg Airport NUE:
$27
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Private Nuremberg Departures Airport Transfer from Nuremberg City Center:
$112
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Private Nuremberg Harbor Transfer from Nuremberg City Center:
$112
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Private Nuremberg Harbor Transfer to Nuremberg City Center:
$112
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Private Scenic Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing:
$271
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Private Scenic Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing:
$271
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Private Transfer - From Nuremberg to Prague:
$498
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dresden
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dresden:
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1-way Dresden to Prague - private transfer - Mercedes Benz - up to 8 passengers:
$243
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Arrival Private Transfer Dresden Airport DRS to Dresden by Luxury Vehicle:
$52
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Departure Private Transfer Dresden to Dresden Airport DRS by Luxury Vehicle:
$52
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From Hike Through Saxon Switzerland with Transfers:
$34
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Private Airport Transfer: Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Dresden:
$30
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Private Airport Transfer: from Dresden to Dresden International Airport (DRS):
$30
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Private Transfer from Dresden City to Leipzig City:
$156
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Private Transfer from Dresden to Prague:
$199
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Private Transfer from Dresden to Prague with 2 Sightseeing stops:
$157
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Private Transfer from Dresden to Prague, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver:
$132
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Private transfer from Dresden to Prague:
$409
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Private transfer: Dresden Airport (DRS) to Dresden:
$73
Is it cheaper to fly into Nuremberg or Dresden?
Prices for flights to both Dresden and Nuremberg 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.
Entertainment
Nuremberg's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €8.15 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €7.64 per person, per day in Dresden. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Nuremberg
Here are a few actual costs in Nuremberg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour in English:
$12
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Nuremberg Old Town and Nazi Party Rally Grounds Walking Tour:
$27
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Nuremberg World War 2 Tour:
$81
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Nuremberg Old Town Tour:
$97
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30 min Private Sightseeing Flight:
$112
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Private Tour: Nuremberg Medieval Old Town and Nazi Rally Grounds Walking Tour:
$124
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Former Nazi Rally Ground Tour:
$141
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Nuremberg World War 2 and Beer Tasting Tour:
$149
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Bamberg PRIVATE Walking Tour:
$151
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Nuremberg WWII Tour plus Courtroom 600 and 3rd Reich Sites:
$162
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PRIVATE Nuremberg Nazi Party Rally Grounds Walking Tour:
$162
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1-Hour Private Sightseeing Flight:
$165
Tours and Activities in Dresden
Here are a few actual costs in Dresden for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Dresden's 'Balcony of Europe': An audio tour along the River Elbe:
$5.00
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Historical Walking Tour in German With Prosecco:
$12
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Dresden Old Town Walking Tour with a German-Speaking Guide:
$13
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Classical Dresden Walking Tour with German-Speaking Guide:
$13
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Tickets Dresden Transport Museum:
$14
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Panometer Dresden Entrance Ticket:
$15
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Dresden Walking Tour of the Historic Old Town with English Speaking Guide:
$15
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Walking tour with the night watchman:
$19
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Street Art Tour Dresden Neustadt:
$21
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Big Sightseeing Tour in Dresden:
$23
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From Paddle Steamer Cruise to Königstein Fortress:
$26
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Segway Classic Tour in German (3 hours):
$80
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Nuremberg may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €13 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Dresden may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €13 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Dresden
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dresden:
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Dresden on Food! Without wine tasting.:
$50
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Dresden on Food! With wine tasting. Small group tour:
$62
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Adventure day boat trip, wine tasting & wine tasting:
$101
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nuremberg and Dresden, we can see that Dresden is more expensive. And not only is Nuremberg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nuremberg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nuremberg 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 Dresden would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dresden than you might in Nuremberg.
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