Which place is cheaper, Brno or Rotterdam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rotterdam or Brno?
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 Rotterdam and Brno. 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: Rotterdam or Brno?
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and has the largest port in Europe. It's famously known as a city of architecture. In a few square kilometers of the city center you can get a complete overview of twentieth century architecture within Rotterdam.
Rotterdam is a very diverse, international, and hard working city. Nearly half of the city's population is not native to the Netherlands or have at least one parent from outside the country. Muslim's make up a significant portion of the population. Other area's represented include Cape Verde and the Dutch Antilles.
There's an air of optimism that permeates the entire city. There are frequent events, festivals and performances, making Rotterdam an enjoyable place to spend some time. Water is also an integral part of the city design.
Brno
Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best River Cruises from Amsterdam, The Best Bicycle Tours in Netherlands, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRotterdam €152Brno €122
The average daily cost (per person) in Rotterdam is €152, while the average daily cost in Brno is €122. 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 Rotterdam and Brno in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRotterdam €77Brno €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRotterdam €154Brno €134
Compare Hotels in Rotterdam and Brno
Looking for a hotel in Rotterdam or Brno? 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: Rotterdam Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rotterdam €26Brno €2.46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotterdam
Also for Rotterdam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport(AMS) to Rotterdam- Round-Trip Transfer: $130
- Private Direct Transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam: $168
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam: $293
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam : $271
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to AMS Schiphol Airport : $163
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to Amsterdam: $169
- Private Transfer From Rotterdam to Amsterdam, With a 2 Hour Stop: $239
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam City to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $206
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Amsterdam hotels: $98
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Rotterdam hotels: $38
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Rotterdam hotels: $60
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Port to Amsterdam Airport (AMS): $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:
- Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $140
- Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.25
Is it cheaper to fly into Rotterdam or Brno?
Prices for flights to both Brno and Rotterdam 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 dayRotterdam €54Brno €54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotterdam
For Rotterdam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-Guided Rotterdam BiteMe Food Tour: $42
- 4-Hour Food Tour - Self-guided: $48
- Guided Food Tour: $79
- Guided Walking Food Tour: $84
- Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide: $86
- Walking Rotterdam Food Tour: $86
- WALKING DINNER ROTTERDAM | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- Food Tour by Bike: $90
- Private Walking Food Tour of Rotterdam: $119
- Rotterdam Walking Dutch Food Tour: $153
- Rotterdam Private 2-Hour Food Tour with Tastings: $160
- Private Multicultural Bike Food Tour: $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rotterdam €32Brno -
Tours and Activities in Rotterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rotterdam.
- Rotterdam Spanish Tour 2 Hours: $2.61
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.19
- Rotterdam Walking Tour in 2 Hours : $3.24
- Escape Game and Tour: $4.26
- Rotterdam Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.51
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.92
- Rotterdam Walking Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $7.65
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.98
- Waterbus Ticket to Dordrecht and/or Kinderdijk: $10
- Walking Tour Markthal, White House & more!: $10
- Breda: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
- Dordrecht: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
Tours and Activities in Brno
Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Top secrets of Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $228
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $38
- 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $37
- BMP tank driving experience Prague: $270
- BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $128
- Best of Moravian Karst - Full-Day Hiking Tour: $249
- Brno Historical Walking Tour: $33
- Brno Private Walking Tour: $222
- Brno daily tours: $70
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $152
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $78
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRotterdam €19Brno €2.17
Sample the Local Flavors in Rotterdam
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rotterdam:
- Beer Brewery Noordt Tastings with Optional Tour: $7.98
- Heineken Building former brewery | Guided Tour: $7.98
- Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings: $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Brno
Also in Brno, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $195
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rotterdam and Brno, we can see that Rotterdam is more expensive. And not only is Brno much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brno would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brno 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 Rotterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotterdam than you might in Brno.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rotterdam Expensive? and Is Brno Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rotterdam or Brno?
Rotterdam has a larger population, and is about 62% larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Rotterdam and Brno, 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 Rotterdam or Brno?
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 Rotterdam or Brno in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Rotterdam as well as Brno. Most visitors come to Rotterdam for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Rotterdam is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Rotterdam average around 17°C (62°F), and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brno. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rotterdam this time of the year. In the summer, Rotterdam often gets less sunshine than Brno. Rotterdam gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.
Rotterdam usually gets more rain in July than Brno. Rotterdam gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRotterdam 17°C (62°F)Brno 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Brno in the Autumn?
Both Brno and Rotterdam are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Rotterdam because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Rotterdam is cooler than Brno in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rotterdam averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Rotterdam usually receives less sunshine than Brno during autumn. Rotterdam gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rotterdam usually receives more rain than Brno. Rotterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRotterdam 11°C (51°F)Brno 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Brno in the Winter?
Both Brno and Rotterdam during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Rotterdam this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Brno. It's quite cold in Rotterdam in the winter. In the winter, Rotterdam is around the same temperature as Brno. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rotterdam in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Brno averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Rotterdam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brno. Rotterdam gets 47 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.
Rotterdam usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Rotterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRotterdam 2°C (36°F)Brno 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Brno in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rotterdam and Brno. Many travelers come to Rotterdam for the activities around the city.
In April, Rotterdam is generally much colder than Brno. Daily temperatures in Rotterdam average around 8°C (46°F), and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Rotterdam usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Brno during spring. Rotterdam gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rotterdam usually receives more rain than Brno. Rotterdam gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRotterdam 8°C (46°F)Brno 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Brno and Rotterdam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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