A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Palermo vs. Cesky Krumlov for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Palermo and Cesky Krumlov 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: Palermo or Cesky Krumlov?

Palermo

Located on its north coast, Palermo is the capital city of Sicily. The city has a lot to offer visitors who decide to venture to this often overlooked part of Italy. There is an interesting history, some unique and delicious food, and a fascinating culture. Prices in Sicily are generally cheaper than elsewhere in Italy. There are a handful of budget accommodation options and plenty of mid range hotels that are spread throughout the city. The rooms are usually comfortable and clean but as always, read reviews before making your reservation.

Cesky Krumlov

Cesky Krumlov is a beautiful town located in Southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It sits along the Vltava River and is home to just over 13,000 residents. The town has many Baroque buildings as well as many pleasant cafes, restaurants and bars. It also has the second largest castle in the Czech Republic, and a beautiful old town square. The town remains very similar to how it was in the 18th century. Many of the buildings are well maintained, and many have been restored to their original beauty. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, and has become a very popular tourist destination. During the summer months tourists may outnumber the local population.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague.


Which place is cheaper, Cesky Krumlov or Palermo?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Palermo is €92, while the average daily cost in Cesky Krumlov is €58. 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 Palermo and Cesky Krumlov in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Palermo 56
    Cesky Krumlov 35
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Palermo 112
    Cesky Krumlov 70
Compare Hotels in Palermo and Cesky Krumlov

Looking for a hotel in Palermo or Cesky Krumlov? 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 Palermo


Hotels in Cesky Krumlov


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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: Palermo Hotel Prices and Cesky Krumlov Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Palermo 5.64
    Cesky Krumlov 2.74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palermo

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Palermo:


  • Bus to Monreale
    3.00
  • Bus From Airport
    6.00
  • 90 Minute Bus Pass
    1.30
  • Short Taxi Ride
    4.35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palermo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Palermo:

  • Transfers From / to Palermo Airport: $108
  • Transfer from Palermo Airport to Verdura Resort: $214
  • Transfer from Palermo Airport to Palermo: $131
  • Quintocanto Hotel & Spa to Palermo Airport, Private Transfer: $37
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to ibis Styles hotel or vice versa: $37
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Verdura Resort Sciacca or vice versa: $233
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Palazzo Brunaccini or vice versa: $37
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to NH Palermo Hotel or vice versa: $42
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Marsala port or vice versa: $109
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Hotel Tonic or vice versa: $37
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Hotel Politeama or vice versa: $44
  • Private transfer from Palermo airport to Bio Hotel Palermo or vice versa: $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cesky Krumlov

Also for Cesky Krumlov, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague, English-speaking driver: $122
  • Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $156

Is it cheaper to fly into Palermo or Cesky Krumlov?

Prices for flights to both Cesky Krumlov and Palermo 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
    Palermo 29
    Cesky Krumlov 20
Typical Food Prices in Palermo

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


  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    32
  • Fast Food Lunch
    5.32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palermo

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

  • Street Food Tour: $42
  • Street Food Tour: $65
  • Explore Palermo's with a Food Tour & Pizza Making Class: $68
  • Small Group Night Street Food Tour: $68
  • Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine: $74
  • Palermo Traditional Food Tour: $74
  • Palermo's Delight: Unleash the Secrets of Pizza and Gelato Making: $75
  • Night Street Food Tour of Palermo : $75
  • Secret Food Tours Palermo: $85
  • Street Food Tour in Ballarò and Vucciria Markets: $86
  • Walking Street Food Tour with the Chef: $91
  • Sicilian Cooking Class: $101

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Palermo 17
    Cesky Krumlov 6.12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Palermo

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Palermo are as follows:


  • Capuchin Catacombs (for 2)
    6.00
  • Castello della Zisa Entrance (for Two)
    12
  • Theater Tickets (for Two)
    49

Tours and Activities in Palermo

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

  • 4 Hours Private Architectural Tour in Palermo: $165
  • Agrigento - Private Tour to the Valley of the Temples from Palermo: $295
  • Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo: $133
  • Ballaro 'street food market tour & Santa Rosalia Sanctuary: $208
  • Cappella Palatina and Palazzo dei Normanni Tour: $91
  • Captivating Agrigento Sunset Tour of Valle dei Templi: $43
  • Capuchin Catacombs and Monreale Cathedral Private Tour: $192
  • Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Palermo: $152
  • Discover the Charm of A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour: $38
  • Eating Street Food & Market Tour: $117
  • English or Spanish tour to immersive museum + lunch: $37
  • Entrance ticket to the Radici Piccolo Museo Della Natura: $11

Tours and Activities in Cesky Krumlov

For Cesky Krumlov, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Cesky Krumlov Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
  • Český Krumlov Free Tour: $20
  • Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area: $60
  • 2,5h Chateau Collections and Tower Tour with Coffee & Dessert: $71
  • Český Krumlov Private Walking Tour: $85
  • Private Night tour of Český Krumlov: $85
  • Český Krumlov 20th century tour: $85
  • Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour: $93
  • Enchanting Český Krumlov Walking Tour: Echoes of the Past: $95
  • Touristic highlights of Český Krumlov on a Private half day tour with a local: $168
  • Private tour of best of Český Krumlov - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
  • Walking private guided tour in Cesky Krumlov with local certified guide: $174

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Palermo 11
    Cesky Krumlov 3.15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palermo

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


  • Beer
    2.56
  • Bottle of Quality Wine
    11

Sample the Local Flavors in Palermo

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

  • Pub Crawl Palermo: $16
  • Wine Tasting with Snacks at Bottega Monteleone: $41
  • Natural Local Wine Tasting & Sicilian Tapas: $49
  • Natural Wine Tasting with snacks at Bottega Monteleone: $53
  • Eating Palermo Food & Wine Tour: $82
  • 2-Hour Sicilian Cheese and Wine Tasting Tour: $128
  • From Erice and Marsala Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $181
  • Wine Tasting for Small Groups in the Palermo Countryside: $196


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

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


Which is Bigger, Palermo or Cesky Krumlov?

Palermo has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Cesky Krumlov. When comparing the sizes of Palermo and Cesky Krumlov, 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.


When is the best time to visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov?

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.

Should I visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov in the Summer?

Both Cesky Krumlov and Palermo during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Palermo for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Palermo is a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Typically, the summer temperatures in Palermo in July average around 25°C (76°F), and Cesky Krumlov averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Cesky Krumlov, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Palermo. In the summer, Palermo often gets more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 347 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 227 hours of full sun.

Palermo usually gets less rain in July than Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Palermo 25°C (76°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Palermo and Cesky Krumlov. The autumn months attract visitors to Palermo because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Palermo is generally much warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Palermo average around 20°C (67°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In Palermo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Palermo usually receives more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov during autumn. Palermo gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 108 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Palermo usually receives more rain than Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Palermo 20°C (67°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Palermo as well as Cesky Krumlov. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Palermo this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Cesky Krumlov. Palermo is much warmer than Cesky Krumlov in the winter. The daily temperature in Palermo averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).

In the winter, Palermo often gets more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 44 hours of full sun.

Palermo usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Palermo 12°C (53°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov -0°C (31°F)

Should I visit Palermo or Cesky Krumlov in the Spring?

Both Cesky Krumlov and Palermo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Palermo for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Palermo is a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Typically, the spring temperatures in Palermo in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Cesky Krumlov averages at about 11°C (51°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palermo. Palermo usually receives more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov during spring. Palermo gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Palermo usually receives less rain than Cesky Krumlov. Palermo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Palermo 15°C (58°F) 
    Cesky Krumlov 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Cesky Krumlov and Palermo

Palermo Cesky Krumlov
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) -0°C (31°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Feb 12°C (53°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 6°C (43°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Apr 15°C (58°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 17 mm (0.7 in) 15°C (59°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 22°C (71°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Jul 25°C (76°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 9 mm (0.3 in) 19°C (67°F) 93 mm (3.6 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 42 mm (1.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Oct 20°C (67°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Nov 16°C (60°F) 65 mm (2.5 in) 5°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dec 13°C (55°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 1°C (35°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)