Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Riga?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Riga or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Riga or Poznan? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Riga or Poznan?
Riga
Riga is the vibrant capital city of Latvia. It continues to gain popularity as a tourist destination in part because it is the base for the airline Air Baltic. This affordable airline offers discount flights around Europe and most of these flights pass through Riga with a forced overnight layover. This encourages travelers to visit this fascinating city for at least a night or two.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRiga €104Poznan €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Riga is €104, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Riga and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRiga €53Poznan €16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRiga €106Poznan €32
Compare Hotels in Riga and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Riga or Poznan? 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: Riga Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Riga €15Poznan €3.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Riga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Riga:
- Riga - Tallin: Transfer and Tour through beautiful landmarks: $487
- From Private Transfer to Tallinn with Sightseeing: $459
- From Private Transfer to Vilnius with Sightseeing: $427
- From Private Transfer to Tallinn: $342
- Transfer from Riga International Airport to Downtown: $267
- From Transfer to Tallinn with Turaida Museum Reserve: $230
- From Vilnius: One-Way Private Transfer to Riga: $182
- From Cesis and Sigulda Day Trip with Hotel Transfers: $150
- Riga Private Mercedes Benz Airport Transfer: $138
- Riga Gun Experience: Roundtrip Transfer and 4 Firearms: $131
- Riga Private Mercedes Benz Airport Transfer: $108
- Private transfer Riga - Hill of Crosses - Riga: $104
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Riga or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Riga 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 dayRiga €33Poznan €9.89
Typical Food Prices in Riga
Some typical examples of dining costs in Riga are as follows:
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Fast Food Lunch€5.77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Riga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Riga.
- Central Market Latvian Food Tour: $42
- Unique Food Tour: $52
- Medieval Guided Tour & Three-Course Dinner Experience: $96
- Riga Medieval Dinner: $114
- Private Cooking Master Class In The Latvian Family : $131
- Taste Market Tour & Cooking Masterclass: $138
- Cooking Experience with Chef: Learn & Dine: $139
- Latvian Food: Cooking Masterclass with a Chef: $152
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Riga €21Poznan €4.48
Tours and Activities in Riga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Riga are as follows:
- The best of Bauska walking tour: $75
- 1 Day Riga Sightseeing Red Bus Grand Tour: $27
- 2.5-Hour Riga Cruiser Bike Tour: $41
- 3-Hour Private Paintball Game Experience in Zīles: $86
- 5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga: $82
- ATV Quad Off Road or City Tour in Riga: $142
- Beer Bike Experience : $36
- Best of Riga Walking Tour: $181
- Best of Riga Walking Tour - Highlights and Hidden Gems: $66
- City:canal:tour: $21
- Crafted Cocktails: A Masterclass Experience: $80
- Daily Bike Tour in Riga with Professional Guide: $44
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRiga €20Poznan €2.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Riga
Also in Riga, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Old town pub & bar crawl, hidden gems, and local party: $25
- Pub Crawl in Riga: $33
- Riga Evening Adventure: Pub Crawl & Games Night: $37
- Riga's Old Town Beer Bike Tour & Guided Pub Crawl: $37
- Riga Happy Hour Pub Crawl: $54
- Riga Beer Killer Bar Crawl: $55
- Latvian Wine Tasting & Monk Show: $75
- Old Town Sightseeing & Latvian Wine Tasting with Show: $96
- Riga Pub Crawl & Party Bus Tour: $523
- Yacht Tour with Medieval Banquet and Wine Tasting: $3,320
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Riga and Poznan, we can see that Riga 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 Riga would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Riga 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 Riga Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Riga or Poznan?
Riga has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of Poznan. When comparing the sizes of Riga and Poznan, 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 Riga or Poznan?
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 Riga or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Riga as well as Poznan. Most visitors come to Riga for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Riga is around the same temperature as Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Riga averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Riga usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Riga gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRiga 17°C (63°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Riga or Poznan in the Autumn?
Both Poznan and Riga are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Riga because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Riga is cooler than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Riga in October average around 7°C (45°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In October, Riga usually receives more rain than Poznan. Riga gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRiga 7°C (45°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Riga or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Riga during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Riga this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Poznan. It's quite cold in Riga in the winter. In January, Riga is generally much colder than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Riga average around -5°C (23°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Riga usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Riga gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRiga -5°C (23°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Riga or Poznan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Riga and Poznan. Many travelers come to Riga for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Riga is much colder than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Riga averages around 5°C (42°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In April, Riga usually receives more rain than Poznan. Riga gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRiga 5°C (42°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Riga
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (24°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | -0°C (31°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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