Which place is cheaper, Innsbruck or Plovdiv?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Plovdiv or Innsbruck?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Plovdiv and Innsbruck can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Innsbruck?
Plovdiv
Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vienna, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlovdiv $80Innsbruck $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Plovdiv is $80, while the average daily cost in Innsbruck is $138. 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 Plovdiv and Innsbruck in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlovdiv $44Innsbruck $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlovdiv $88Innsbruck $164
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Innsbruck
Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Innsbruck? 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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Plovdiv $22Innsbruck $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv
Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Pamporovo: $89
- Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $98
- Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $98
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $104
- Sofia: Private Transfer from Sofia to Plovdiv OR vice versa: $148
- Private Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia / vice versa: $148
- Private Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia (SOF) Airport: $160
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $191
- Private Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas: $263
- Private Transfer from Plovdiv to Varna: $356
- Varna: Private Transfer from Varna to Plovdiv: $378
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $104
- Private transfer from Innsbruck airport: $196
- Private Transfer Innsbruck Airport INN to Saalbach-Hinterglemm: $49
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Salzburg: $256
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Munich, English Speaking Driver: $197
- Innsbruck to Innsbruck Airport (INN) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Innsbruck Swarovski Crystal Worlds Ticket and Transfer: $36
- Innsbruck Private Transfer from Innsbruck Airport to City centre: $60
- Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport to Längenfeld - Round-Trip Transfer: $63
- Innsbruck Airport(INN)to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Innsbruck - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Innsbruck Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Innsbruck?
Prices for flights to both Innsbruck and Plovdiv 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 dayPlovdiv $21Innsbruck $43
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch$4.02
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Pasta Lunch$8.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Half-Day Food Tour of Tyrolean Cuisine: $148
- Innsbruck Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Plovdiv $15Innsbruck $21
Tours and Activities in Plovdiv
For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Old Town Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Plovdiv Old Town Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Pokémon GO Private Tour of Plovdiv: $17
- Plovdiv Communist Walking Tour Soviet Landmarks: $20
- Plovdiv Communist Walking Tour Soviet Landmarks: $20
- Guided Walking Tour: $21
- Plovdiv Private City Walking Tour Old Town & Ancient Stadium: $21
- Plovdiv guided walking tour: $22
- Private Virtual Tour in Plovdiv with a Local Guide: $32
- Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $38
- Plovdiv - Private walking tour: $41
- Walking tour of Plovdiv's top attractions: $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance$8.57
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee$2.14
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Innsbruck: $155
- AREA 47 Water AREA Entrance Ticket: $35
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $21
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $191
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $11
- Bergisel SkiJump Area guided Tour incl Tickets: $85
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $20
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $180
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $213
- Full-Day small group tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes, Braies : $217
- Gin experience Tyrol: $120
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlovdiv $9.57Innsbruck $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:
- Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $21
- Plovdiv Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Old Town Exploring Guide Roman Ruins & Wine Tasting: $80
- Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $92
- Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $108
- From Sofia: Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Tour With Wine Tasting: $134
- Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting: $168
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Plovdiv and Innsbruck, we can see that Innsbruck is more expensive. And not only is Plovdiv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plovdiv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plovdiv 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 Innsbruck would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Innsbruck than you might in Plovdiv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Plovdiv Expensive? and Is Innsbruck Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Innsbruck?
Plovdiv has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Innsbruck. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Innsbruck, 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.