Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Poznan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Poznan or Kotor?
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 Poznan and Kotor. 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: Poznan or Kotor?
Poznan
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.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPoznan $35Kotor $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Poznan is $35, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $107. 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 Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPoznan $17Kotor $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPoznan $34Kotor $104
Compare Hotels in Poznan and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Poznan or Kotor? 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: Poznan Hotel Prices and Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Poznan $4.25Kotor $9.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Kotor: $333
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Podgorica hotels: $297
- Podgorica Airport (TGD): Transfer to Kotor Cruise Port: $297
- Airport Transfer Tivat / Porto Montenegro to Podgorica City: $272
- Private Transfer from Lustica to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $262
- Transfer Portonovi / Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Old Town: $251
- Private transfer from Kotor to Dubrovnik: $240
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): $214
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik City: $194
- Private Transfer from Kotor or Perast to Dubrovnik airport: $185
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Podgorica: $155
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Poznan or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayPoznan $11Kotor $46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $203
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $226
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $262
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $306
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Poznan $4.79Kotor $8.92
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
- Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
- The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
- Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
- Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
- Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Cave, Lady of Rocks and Mamula Speed Boat Tour : $44
- "Adriatic Adventure: Blue Cave & Islands Speedboat Tour": $46
- 1-Day Montenegro Hiking Tour to Durmitor National Park : $119
- 3 Hour Speed Boat Tour to Blue Cave with WiFi and Drinks: $55
- 3-Hour Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks Private Speedboat Tour: $294
- Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum : $198
- All inclusive - Lovcen tour: $131
- Bay of 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour : $55
- Bike & hike tour : $82
- Bike tour - Downhill from Njegos Mausoleum to Kotor bay: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPoznan $3.19Kotor $9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Private tour: Homemade food and wine tasting at my family home: $125
- Private National Park Lovcen with food and wine tasting: $136
- Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake): $251
- National Parks Skadar Lake and Lovcen+Wine tasting (Private tour): $260
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $428
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Poznan and Kotor, we can see that Kotor 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 Kotor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kotor 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 Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Poznan or Kotor?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Poznan and Kotor, 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 Poznan or Kotor?
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 Poznan or Kotor in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Poznan as well as Kotor. Additionally, many visitors come to Kotor in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Poznan is generally cooler than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Poznan average around 19°C (65°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kotor. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Poznan this time of the year. In the summer, Poznan often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Poznan gets 216 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 341 hours of full sun.
Poznan usually gets more rain in July than Kotor. Poznan gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPoznan 19°C (65°F)Kotor 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Poznan or Kotor in the Autumn?
Both Kotor and Poznan are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Kotor for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Poznan is much colder than Kotor in the autumn. The daily temperature in Poznan averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Kotor fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Kotor. Poznan usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during autumn. Poznan gets 102 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kotor. In October, Poznan usually receives less rain than Kotor. Poznan gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPoznan 10°C (50°F)Kotor 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Poznan or Kotor in the Winter?
Both Kotor and Poznan during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Kotor because of the cuisine.
Poznan can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Poznan is much colder than Kotor. Typically, the winter temperatures in Poznan in January average around -2°C (29°F), and Kotor averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Poznan often gets less sunshine than Kotor. Poznan gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 121 hours of full sun.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Poznan usually gets less rain in January than Kotor. Poznan gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPoznan -2°C (29°F)Kotor 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Poznan or Kotor in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Poznan and Kotor. Also, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
In April, Poznan is generally much colder than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Poznan average around 9°C (47°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Poznan usually receives less sunshine than Kotor during spring. Poznan gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Poznan usually receives less rain than Kotor. Poznan gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPoznan 9°C (47°F)Kotor 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kotor and Poznan
| Poznan | Kotor | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
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