Which place is cheaper, Olomouc or Prague?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Prague or Olomouc?
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 Olomouc. 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 Olomouc?
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.
Olomouc
Olomouc is a city in the eastern province of Moravia in the Czech Republic, best known for its UNESCO town square with landmarks which include its six baroque fountains and the 18th-century Holy Trinity Column.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Prague.
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Prague Prices
Czech Republic PricesOlomouc Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPrague $147Olomouc $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Prague is $147, while the average daily cost in Olomouc is $145. 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 Olomouc in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPrague $77Olomouc $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPrague $154Olomouc $150
Compare Hotels in Prague and Olomouc
Looking for a hotel in Prague or Olomouc? 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 Olomouc Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Prague $9.25Olomouc $9.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Budapest: Private transfer to Prague or Prague to Budapest: $429
- Private transfer from Prague to Vienna, Door-to-Door: $295
- Scenic Private Transfer from Passau to Prague in a Sanitized Car: $289
- Private Transfer from Prague to Pilsen(Plzen): $286
- Private Transfer from Prague to Vilshofen with stop in Č.Krumlov or Hluboká: $283
- Private Transfer from Prague to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $271
- Prague to Nuremberg - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $271
- From Prague to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $259
- Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Karlovy Vary - Round-Trip Transfer: $240
- Prague Private Tour and Museum of Communism with transfer: $224
- Transfer from Prague to Dresden: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $210
- Private transfer from Prague to Passau: $200
Is it cheaper to fly into Prague or Olomouc?
Prices for flights to both Olomouc 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 $51Olomouc $59
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.84
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Lunch for One$15
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Bananas$0.68
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Cookies$0.38
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: $17
- Hard Rock Cafe Prague with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $64
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $70
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $73
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $77
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $83
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $85
- Prague Night Tour and River Vltava Dinner Cruise: $85
- Alternative bar tour with dinner in the art district: $89
- Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen: $95
- Prague to Detenice Medieval Castle, Brewery and Dinner Experience: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Prague $18Olomouc $24
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$4.84
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.77
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Image Theatre for Two$46
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Live Virtual Tour of Prague: $63
- Private Prague City Tour with Pick Up : $287
- "Best of Prague" Customised Private Full Day Tour : $250
- 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $20
- 1 hour Prague Sightseeing tour using Vintage Car for 1- 6 persons: $192
- 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $240
- 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $78
- 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $156
- 2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague: $29
- 2:5-Hour Walking Tour of Old Town Prague with Boat Ride: $108
- 2hrs Unlimited Beer Pong Experience in Prague Sports Bar: $29
- 3-hour Complete Prague Bike Tour: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPrague $13Olomouc $13
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$7.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $63
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $63
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $66
- PUB CRAWL IN PRAGUE | Admission Ticket: $66
- Brewery tour in the center of Prague: $69
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $75
- Wine Tasting and History Prague : $96
- Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour : $114
- 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $132
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $143
- Live-Guided 3 Hours Brewery Segway Tour + Monastic Beer: $162
- Bohemian Switzerland From Prague with Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $179
When comparing the travel costs between Prague and Olomouc, we can see that Prague is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Prague Expensive? and Is Olomouc Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Prague or Olomouc?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Olomouc. When comparing the sizes of Prague and Olomouc, 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.