Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Poznan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Poznan and Hvar. 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.
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Poznan is $35, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $109. 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 Poznan and Hvar in more detail.
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Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
Prices for flights to both Hvar and Poznan 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.
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Poznan and Hvar, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Poznan Expensive? and Is Hvar Expensive?.
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Poznan and Hvar, 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.
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.
Both Hvar and Poznan during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hvar because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Poznan is cooler than Hvar in the summer. The daily temperature in Poznan averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Poznan. In the summer, Poznan often gets less sunshine than Hvar. Poznan gets 216 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.
Poznan usually gets more rain in July than Hvar. Poznan gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Poznan and Hvar. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
In the autumn, Poznan is much colder than Hvar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Poznan in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Hvar averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. Poznan usually receives less sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Poznan gets 102 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Poznan usually receives less rain than Hvar. Poznan gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Poznan as well as Hvar. Also, many travelers come to Hvar for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Poznan in the winter. In January, Poznan is generally much colder than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Poznan average around -2°C (29°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Poznan often gets less sunshine than Hvar. Poznan gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.
Poznan usually gets less rain in January than Hvar. Poznan gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Hvar and Poznan are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Hvar in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Poznan is much colder than Hvar in the spring. The daily temperature in Poznan averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. Poznan usually receives less sunshine than Hvar during spring. Poznan gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Poznan usually receives less rain than Hvar. Poznan gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Poznan | Hvar | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Mar | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
May | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |