Which place is cheaper, Brasov or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Brasov?
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 Paros and Brasov. 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: Paros or Brasov?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, and The Best Budget Tours to Romania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €122Brasov €56
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, while the average daily cost in Brasov is €56. 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 Paros and Brasov in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Brasov €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Brasov €42
Compare Hotels in Paros and Brasov
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Brasov? 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.
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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: Paros Hotel Prices and Brasov Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Brasov €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paros
Also for Paros, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Naxos Port-Airport To All Destinations: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
- Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest with Hotel Pick-up: $66
- Transfer Bucuresti - Brasov: $364
- Private transfer from OTP Airport to Brasov or Return: $139
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest, 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $123
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $250
- Private Airport Transfers from Bucharest: $77
- Premium Private Transfer : Bucharest Airport to/from Brasov: $248
- Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Business Car: $146
- Bucharest to Brasov - Private Transfer: $321
- Bucharest Private Transfer to/from Brasov: $139
- Brasov to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $321
- Airport transfer, Bucharest tour, Prahova Valley tour: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Brasov?
Prices for flights to both Brasov and Paros 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
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Food Meals for one dayParos €45Brasov €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $91
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $103
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $105
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $114
- Paros Cooking Class: $115
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $152
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $639
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
- Small-Group organic home-made dinner in a Brasov village: $92
- Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Brasov €9.04
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch and Swimming: $33
- Essence of Naxos Tour: $33
- Naxos Town & Portara Sunset Walking Tour: $33
- Naxos: Highlights of Naxos Day Tour: $33
- Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour: $33
- Naxos Sunset Walking Tour : $40
- Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $49
- Full Day Bus Tour in Paros and Antiparos Islands from Paros : $61
- One Day Cruise to Koufonissi from Paros Island: $61
- Delos and Mykonos One Day Cruise from Naxos: $71
- Sunset Experience in Paros: $71
- Paros Island Highlights Bus Tour & Boat Trip to Antiparos: $75
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
- Bran Castle Entry Tickets : $24
- PIATRA CRAIULUI NATIONAL PARK eBike tour(BRASOV): $87
- 1 day cycling tour in Brasov: $3.25
- 3 Castles : Peles ,Bran ,Cantacuzino Wednesday filming site-Tour from Brasov : $98
- Bear watching experience near Brasov: $148
- Best day adventure: Transfagarasan private tour from Brasov: $150
- Bran Castle - Guided Tour: $42
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Entrance Fees Included - Optional Peles Castle Visit: $88
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $50
- Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca from Brasov with Tickets: $206
- Bran and Rasnov Castles Tour from Brasov: $54
- Brasov City Tour - Visit the CROWN City included Black Church entrance: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Brasov €7.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos: $60
- Citron Tasting and Distillery 1-Hour Guided Tour in Naxos: $65
- 3 Hour Tour in Paros Wine Tasting: $163
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $165
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
- Bran Castle, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery Day Trip From Brasov: $98
- Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paros and Brasov, we can see that Paros is more expensive. And not only is Brasov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brasov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brasov 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 Paros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paros than you might in Brasov.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Brasov Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paros or Brasov?
Brasov has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Paros. When comparing the sizes of Paros and Brasov, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.