Should you visit Nuremberg or Munich?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Nuremberg and Munich 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.
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.
Which city is cheaper, Munich 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 Munich is €116. 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 Munich 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.
A hotel room in Munich is about €138 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
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.
Munich food costs typically run travelers around €22 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Nuremberg €27
Munich €22
Typical Food prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Munich:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Munich.
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Munich Traditional Bavarian Culture, Beer And Food Tour Including Traditional Bavarian Dress:
$200
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 €15 per day to get around in Munich.
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
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:
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EXCLUSiVE OKTOBERFEST & Munich Sightseeing in Comfort Minivan + extra Transfer:
$429
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Exclusive Private Ski Course with success guarantee & Transfer to ski area from Munich:
$496
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From Munich to Frankfurt Airport - Private transfer - punctual & friendly Driver:
$344
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Friedrichshafen Airport to Munich City - One Way:
$452
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Memmingen Allgau Airport to Munich City - One Way:
$341
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Salzburg Airport to Munich City - One Way:
$322
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Munich - Budapest Transfer:
$523
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Munich Airport Transfer:
$124
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Munich Airport Transfer:
$182
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Munich Airport Transfers : Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Business Car:
$112
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Munich Airport Transfers : Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Luxury Car:
$172
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Munich Airport Transfers: Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Luxury Van:
$124
Is it cheaper to fly into Nuremberg or Munich?
Prices for flights to both Munich 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 €23 per person, per day in Munich. 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
Typical Entertainment prices in Munich
Here are a few typical costs in Munich for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Munich
Here are a few actual costs in Munich for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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SEA LIFE Munich Admission Ticket:
$18
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Discover Munich 2-Hour Small Group Walking Tour:
$19
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Call of the Isarnixe Tour:
$21
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Skip the Line: Hard Rock Cafe Munich:
$24
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Munich Card (Group) with public transport: Save at attractions & tours!:
$33
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Nazi History 2-Hour Small Group Walking Tour:
$35
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Munich (Professional Guides) 7 Guided Walking Tours:
$40
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Private and personalized experience: see Munich with a local:
$69
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The Old Court Chapel including museum tour:
$72
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The Ultimate Munich History Experience: Private & Personalized:
$110
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The Absolutely Must See Sights in Munich - 4-hour Private Walking Tour:
$117
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History & Food - Private Walking Tour Munich 4 hours with English-speaking guide:
$117
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 Munich may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €29 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typical Alcohol prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Munich:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nuremberg and Munich, we can see that Munich 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 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 Nuremberg.
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