Which place is cheaper, Dusseldorf or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sibiu and Dusseldorf can help you decide which place is right for you.
Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, Sibiu is a historic city with Germanic origins which are evident in its architecture at its old town center. There are many charming squares which showcase landmarks like Gothic churches, a Baroque palace, medieval watchtowers, and more.
Dusseldorf is a city in western Germany divided by the Rhine River, with its Altstadt (Old Town) on the east bank and modern commercial areas to the west. Dusseldorf is a university town and a center of art and fashion. This old electoral capital is also a city of wide streets lined by elegant shops, with a ring of parks and gardens encircling its vibrant downtown area. As an important cultural center, Dusseldorf has dozens of museums and in excess of 100 art galleries encompassing everything from internationally renowned facilities, such as the impressive Art Collection North Rhine-Westphalia, to the smaller installations found in the city's trendy Konigsallee area. In the Altstadt, St. Lambertus Church and Schlossturm (Castle Tower) both date to the 13th century. Dusseldorf impresses with boundary-pushing architecture, lively nightlife, and an art scene to rival many higher-profile cities. It's a posh and modern city that likes to have a good time with bar-hopping around the Altstadt, the historical quarter along the Rhine. These tourist attractions, along with the city's location on the Rhine and its numerous wide squares and wonderful riverside walkways, make it a particularly pleasant place to spend time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Munich, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $71, while the average daily cost in Dusseldorf is $198. 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 Sibiu and Dusseldorf in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dusseldorf:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dusseldorf:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dusseldorf.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Dusseldorf for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sibiu:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Dusseldorf are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Dusseldorf:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Dusseldorf, we can see that Dusseldorf is more expensive. And not only is Sibiu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sibiu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sibiu 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 Dusseldorf would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dusseldorf than you might in Sibiu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibiu Expensive? and Is Dusseldorf Expensive?.
Dusseldorf has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Sibiu. When comparing the sizes of Sibiu and Dusseldorf, 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.