A Travel Price Comparison for Czech Republic Olomouc vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Olomouc or Brno?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Olomouc and Brno. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Olomouc or Brno?

Olomouc

Olomouc is a city in the eastern province of Moravia in the Czech Republic, best known for its UNESCO town square with landmarks which include its six baroque fountains and the 18th-century Holy Trinity Column.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Prague, The Best 2-Week Tours from Prague, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Olomouc?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Olomouc is $145, while the average daily cost in Brno is $198. 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 Olomouc and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Olomouc $75
    Brno $83
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Olomouc $150
    Brno $166
Compare Hotels in Olomouc and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Olomouc or Brno? 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 Olomouc


Hotels in Brno


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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: Olomouc Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Olomouc $9.21
    Brno $3.02

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $299
  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $155

Is it cheaper to fly into Olomouc or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Olomouc 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
    Olomouc $59
    Brno $114

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Olomouc $24
    Brno -

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • Brno Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems for Small Groups: $104
  • 3 Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide in Brno: $72
  • BMP tank driving experience Prague: $298
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $36
  • Brno Private Walking Tour: $276
  • Brno's Historic Gems: A Private Walking Tour: $169
  • Discover Near Best Czech Caves & Karst Full-Day tour: $275
  • Discover near Wonders of Moravian Karst - Half-Day tour: $251
  • Half Day Tour to the Macocha Abyss and The Punkva Caves: $102
  • History Tour to Auschwitz from Ostrava: $223
  • Private Tour to Auschwitz from Brno: $299
  • Quad ride adventure Prague: $133

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Olomouc $13
    Brno $2.66


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

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


Which is Bigger, Olomouc or Brno?

Brno has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Olomouc. When comparing the sizes of Olomouc and Brno, 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.