Which place is cheaper, Maribor or Prague?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Prague or Maribor?
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 Prague and Maribor. 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: Prague or Maribor?
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
Maribor
Located near the Austrian border is Maribor, the second largest city in Slovenia. Maribor is surrounded by hills that are filled with wine vineyards, as well as the Mariborsko Pohorje mountain. The city is split in half by the Drava River. On the left bank of the river you'll find the city's old town.
The city draws tourists from all over the world who come to enjoy the world renowned wine, old town culture, and outdoor activities which include hiking and skiing. The city is a great jumping off point for many outdoor activities and for those hoping to see the countryside. If you're more the city type, Maribor also has plenty to offer. Head to the theater for a show, sip some wine in a town square, or soak in the beauty of a cathedral while you're in the area.
Maribor's climate is humid continental with warm summers and cold winters. During the winter months the average temperature hovers around freezing. The warmest month is July, when average temperatures often exceed 20 degrees Celsius. Maribor is also one of the sunniest cities in Slovenia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Slovenia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Slovenia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPrague $109Maribor $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Prague is $109, while the average daily cost in Maribor is $82. 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 Prague and Maribor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPrague $67Maribor $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPrague $134Maribor $94
Compare Hotels in Prague and Maribor
Looking for a hotel in Prague or Maribor? 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: Prague Hotel Prices and Maribor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Prague $8.08Maribor $9.46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Luxury Private Prague Airport Transfer: $43
- Private Prague Airport Arrival Transfer: $60
- Airport Prague Private Transfers for up to 6 People: $98
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Car: $67
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $55
- Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Car: $67
- Arrival Private Transfer from Prague Airport PRG to Prague City in Car/Van: $58
- Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $55
- Best Shooting Range Prague Old Town with Private Transfers: $240
- Departure Private Transfer from Prague City to Prague Airport PRG in Car/Van: $58
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $49
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Maribor
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Maribor:
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Gondola (for 2)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maribor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maribor:
- Private transfer from Maribor to Ljubljana city: $250
- Private Transfer from Maribor to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $252
Is it cheaper to fly into Prague or Maribor?
Prices for flights to both Maribor and Prague 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 dayPrague $26Maribor $28
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.20
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Lunch for One$13
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Bananas$0.59
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Cookies$0.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $21
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $40
- Prague by Night: 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $47
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $52
- Vltava River Evening Dinner Cruise: $53
- Folkloric Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $57
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $57
- River Cruise with Dinner and Live Music: $58
- Folklore dinner: $58
- Medieval Dinner with Unlimited Drinks: $59
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $60
Typical Food Prices in Maribor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Maribor:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$26
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Gostilnica Navogalu Cafe Lunch$8.12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Prague $16Maribor $9.29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.20
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$5.88
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Image Theatre for Two$40
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Bachelorette / Bachelor Party - City sightseeing Trike Tour: $2.76
- Royal Prague City sightseeing Electric Trike Tour: $2.98
- Prague Historical & Viewpoints Retro E-Bike Group Tour: $3.02
- Sunset View & Adventurous Retro E-Bike Tour: $3.02
- Adventurous Sightseeing & Historical Live Guided Trike Tour: $3.06
- Bachelorette/Bachelor Party - City sightseeing E-Bike Tour: $3.06
- Prague City sightseeing in Night Trike Tour: $3.10
- Royal Prague City sightseeing Retro E-Bike Live Guided Tour: $3.10
- Gorgeous Prague Night Retro E-Bike Tour ( Live Guided ): $3.15
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter: $3.26
- Tour of the Castle and Malá Strana based on Tips: $3.26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPrague $11Maribor $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$6.68
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Staropramem Brewery Self-Guided Tour with Tasting: $13
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl with Drinks and Shots: $23
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl in Prague: $26
- 1 Hour Exclusive Moravian Wine Tasting in an Art Gallery : $28
- Pub Crawl in Prague: $32
- Pub Crawl and International Party: $34
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Entry: $34
- Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey: $35
- Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl: $36
- Golden Burlesque Show & Live Music w/ Lady & The Devil: $36
- Golden BURLESQUE: $42
- Prague beer tour with brewery visit and tasting: $46
Typical Alcohol Prices in Maribor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Maribor:
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Bottle of Wine$12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Prague and Maribor, we can see that Prague is more expensive. And not only is Maribor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Maribor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Maribor 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 Prague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Prague than you might in Maribor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Prague Expensive? and Is Maribor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Prague or Maribor?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Maribor. When comparing the sizes of Prague and Maribor, 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 Prague or Maribor?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Prague or Maribor in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Prague and Maribor. The summer months attract visitors to Prague because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Prague is cooler than Maribor. Typically, the summer temperatures in Prague in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Maribor averages at about 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Maribor this time of the year. In Prague, it's very sunny this time of the year. Prague usually receives less sunshine than Maribor during summer. Prague gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Maribor receives 266 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Prague usually receives less rain than Maribor. Prague gets 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPrague 19°C (66°F)Maribor 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Prague or Maribor in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Prague as well as Maribor. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Prague this time of year.
In October, Prague is generally cooler than Maribor. Daily temperatures in Prague average around 11°C (52°F), and Maribor fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the autumn, Prague often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Maribor. Prague gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Maribor receives 133 hours of full sun.
Prague usually gets less rain in October than Maribor. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPrague 11°C (52°F)Maribor 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Prague or Maribor in the Winter?
Both Maribor and Prague are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Prague for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Maribor can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Prague. Prague is much colder than Maribor in the winter. The daily temperature in Prague averages around 1°C (33°F) in January, and Maribor fluctuates around 1°C (35°F).
Prague usually receives less sunshine than Maribor during winter. Prague gets 49 hours of sunny skies, while Maribor receives 54 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Prague usually receives less rain than Maribor. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPrague 1°C (33°F)Maribor 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Prague or Maribor in the Spring?
Both Maribor and Prague during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Prague in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Prague is cooler than Maribor. Typically, the spring temperatures in Prague in April average around 10°C (49°F), and Maribor averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Prague often gets less sunshine than Maribor. Prague gets 145 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Maribor receives 163 hours of full sun.
Prague usually gets less rain in April than Maribor. Prague gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Maribor receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPrague 10°C (49°F)Maribor 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Maribor and Prague
| Prague | Maribor | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (49°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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