A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sighisoara vs. Prague for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sighisoara or Prague?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

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 Sighisoara and Prague can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Prague?

Sighisoara

Located in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania, Sighisoara takes its roots from German craftsmen and merchants, called the Transylvanian Saxons, who were invited by the King of Hungary during the 12th century to settle and defend the area. Today it is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stands as a preserved example of a small fortified city from the medieval era.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Prague or Sighisoara?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $60, while the average daily cost in Prague is $109. 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 Sighisoara and Prague in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sighisoara $28
    Prague $67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sighisoara $56
    Prague $134
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Prague

Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Prague? 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.

Hotels in Sighisoara


Hotels in Prague


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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: Sighisoara Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sighisoara $18
    Prague $8.08

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sighisoara

Also for Sighisoara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bucharest to Sighisoara - Private Transfer: $428
  • Sighisoara to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:

  • Private transfer from Prague to Budapest: $1,054
  • Private transfer from Prague to Munich: $692
  • Private transfer from Prague to Vienna: $628
  • Private transfer from Prague to Vilshofen: $585
  • Airport Transfer Beer Party Bus with Unlimited Beer: $584
  • Private sightseeing transfer Prague - Vienna: $420
  • Luxury transfer from Prague to Česky Krumlov: $311
  • Private Transfer from Prague to Salzburg with 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $299
  • Prague to Munich - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $299
  • Scenic Transfer from Prague to Munich with 2h stop in Plzen Beer Factory: $299
  • Private Transfer from Prague to Salzburg with local English-speaking driver: $288
  • 1-way Prague to Dresden - private transfer - Mercedes Benz - up to 7 passengers: $283

Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Prague?

Prices for flights to both Prague and Sighisoara 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sighisoara $22
    Prague $26

Typical Food Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:


  • Fruit
    $4.20
  • Lunch for One
    $13
  • Bananas
    $0.59
  • 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: $17
  • Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $21
  • Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
  • Hard Rock Cafe Prague with Set Lunch or Dinner: $28
  • Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $46
  • Vltava River Evening Dinner Cruise: $53
  • Folkloric Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $56
  • 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $57
  • River Cruise with Dinner and Live Music: $57
  • Medieval Dinner with Unlimited Drinks: $59
  • Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $60
  • Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $63

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sighisoara $7.87
    Prague $16

Tours and Activities in Sighisoara

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.

  • Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $30
  • 2-Hour City Tour: $42
  • City Tour Sighisoara in English: $42
  • City Walking Tour and Dracula House Visit: $55
  • Sighisoara private tour, citadel visit, museum entrance free: $64
  • From Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan: $84
  • Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan from Sighisoara: $86
  • Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $97
  • 3 Days Private Guided Tour in Romania: $856
  • Transylvania Castles & Fortified Churches 4-Day Private Tour: $925
  • From Bucharest: Private 6-Day Dracula Tour in Transylvania: $1,391

Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:


  • Opera Tickets
    $4.20
  • Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower
    $5.88
  • Image Theatre for Two
    $40

Tours and Activities in Prague

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:

  • City Tour with Prague Castle with Live guide: $44
  • Live Virtual Tour of Prague: $57
  • Private live-guided E-Scooter TOURS around Prague : $57
  • The Private Prague All Inclusive Tour: $267
  • 1 hour Old timer Convertible Prague Sightseeing Tour: $136
  • 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $17
  • 1–Hour Vintage Car Tour: $128
  • 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $163
  • 1-Hour Introductory Tour of Prague Castle With Fast-GET Admission Ticket: $42
  • 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $63
  • 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $169
  • 2 Hours Guided Prague Behind The Iron Curtain Communism Tour: $24

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sighisoara $6.42
    Prague $11

Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:


  • 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
  • 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
  • Golden Burlesque Show & Live Music w/ Lady & The Devil: $36
  • Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl: $36
  • Golden BURLESQUE: $41
  • Prague beer tour with brewery visit and tasting: $46
  • Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Prague: $49


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sighisoara and Prague, we can see that Prague is more expensive. And not only is Sighisoara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sighisoara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sighisoara 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 Sighisoara.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sighisoara Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Prague?

Prague has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Prague, 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.