Which place is cheaper, Krakow or Sigulda?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sigulda or Krakow?
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 Sigulda and Krakow can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sigulda or Krakow?
Sigulda
Only 50 kilometers from Riga, Sigulda can be reached by either train or bus. The town is pleasantly situated in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia in the beautiful Gauja Valley. The area is quite scenic with steep banks and cliffs, and has earned itself the title as the "Switzerland of Latvia." Don't put too much emphasis on this name, but it is a pleasant area to explore, particularly if you're looking to get outside of the city and immerse yourself in some pristine wilderness.
Krakow
Krakow is Poland's second largest city. It sits on both sides of the Wisla River at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. There are more than 1.4 million residents in the metropolitan area. Krakow is known as a historical and beautiful city that is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. Tourism makes up a large part of the city's economy, but there is also a university and several local colleges which are major employers as well. Technology has grown in recent years and the city has some notable employees including Google, IBM and Motorola. Other important industries include steel, pharmaceuticals and tobacco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySigulda €24Krakow €60
The average daily cost (per person) in Sigulda is €24, while the average daily cost in Krakow is €60. 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 Sigulda and Krakow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSigulda €16Krakow €39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSigulda €32Krakow €78
Compare Hotels in Sigulda and Krakow
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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: Sigulda Hotel Prices and Krakow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sigulda -Krakow €6.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krakow
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Krakow:
- 1945-1989 Communism Tour of Krakow Nowa Huta with Transfers: $160
- 1945-1989 Communism Tour of Krakow Nowa Huta with Transfers: $171
- Airport Transfer (Krakow - Katowice): $100
- Arrival Private Transfer from Krakow Airport KRK to Krakow City by Business Car: $39
- Arrival Private Transfer from Krakow Airport KRK to Krakow City by Luxury Van: $54
- Auschwitz - Birkenau Roundtrip Transfer with assistance: $17
- Auschwitz Birkenau Transfer Service- Private Driver from Krakow: $109
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Transfer from Krakow: $12
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with Private Transfers from Krakow: $217
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum Guided Tour with Ticket and Transfer: $35
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide: $32
- Balice KRK airport OneWay PRIVATE TRANSFER to/from Krakow’s hotel: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Sigulda or Krakow?
Prices for flights to both Krakow and Sigulda 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 daySigulda €7.81Krakow €12
Typical Food Prices in Sigulda
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sigulda:
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Pastry€1.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krakow
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Krakow.
- Walking Street Food Tour: $22
- From Polish Folk Show with All-You-Can-Eat Dinner: $32
- Polish Folk Show and Dinner From Krakow: $40
- Folk Show & 3-Course Dinner at Jama Michalika Café: $44
- Romantic Dinner with a Cruise on the Vistula River: $47
- Brewery Dinner -center of Krakow : $49
- Krakow : Folk Show Dinner Drinking and Fun ! Book Now!: $59
- Folk Show Dinner Drinking and Fun in Krakow: $63
- Cabaret Show with Optional Dinner: $69
- Half-Day Krakow Food Tour in Old Town and Kazimierz: $83
- 4-Hour Polish Food Tour: $88
- Polish Pierogi Cooking Class with Farmer's Market Shopping: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sigulda -Krakow €19
Tours and Activities in Sigulda
Here are a few actual costs in Sigulda for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Thrilling Summer Bobsleigh Adventure in Latvia: $74
- Riga: Private Sigulda, Turaida, and Gauja National Park Tour: $107
- From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida: $128
- Cēsis, Līgatne & Sigulda Tour: Must-see Highlights: $218
Tours and Activities in Krakow
Here are a few actual costs in Krakow for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kraków in a nutshell - walking tour: $1.24
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Old Town Audio-Guided Walking Tour with Headset: $3.72
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.28
- Old Town Audioguided walking Tour: $4.46
- Tadeusz Kościuszko Mound Entry Tickets: $4.71
- From Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour: $4.95
- Wawel Hill Tour with Audio Guide: $5.57
- Tadeusz Kościuszko Mound Entrance Tickets: $5.62
- From Kraków: Wieliczka Salt Mine Trip & Guided Tour: $6.19
- Skip the Line Ticket for Kościuszko Mound in Krakow: $6.59
- Wawel Hill Audioguide Tour: $6.69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySigulda -Krakow €6.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Sigulda
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sigulda:
- Latvian Brewery Visit & Sigulda City Tour (Full day tour): $144
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krakow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Krakow:
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Vodka€13
Sample the Local Flavors in Krakow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Krakow:
- Pub Crawl with 1 Hour of Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks: $22
- Kazimierz Pub Crawl with 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl - 1-hour Open Bar then Vip to 5 Clubs - Krakow: $24
- Halloween Pub Crawl - Krawl Through Krakow: $24
- Pub tour in Old Town with 1 hour open bar with a guide.: $25
- Kazimierz Pub Crawl + 1-hour Open Bar: $25
- Pub Crawl with Shots, Drinks & Skip-the-Line Entry: $25
- Pub Crawl of Kazimierz Jewish Quarter with a Local Guide : $25
- Three-Hour Pub Crawl: $39
- Wieliczka Vineyard: Wine tasting with local snacks: $44
- Hoppy tours - Krakow brewery tour : $56
- Krakow Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $176
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sigulda and Krakow, we can see that Krakow is more expensive. And not only is Sigulda much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sigulda would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sigulda 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 Krakow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Krakow than you might in Sigulda.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sigulda Expensive? and Is Krakow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sigulda or Krakow?
Krakow has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Sigulda. When comparing the sizes of Sigulda and Krakow, 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 Sigulda or Krakow?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Sigulda or Krakow in the Summer?
Both Krakow and Sigulda are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Sigulda is generally cooler than Krakow. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 17°C (63°F), and Krakow fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
In July, Sigulda usually receives less rain than Krakow. Sigulda gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySigulda 17°C (63°F)Krakow 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Krakow in the Autumn?
Both Krakow and Sigulda during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Sigulda is cooler than Krakow in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sigulda averages around 7°C (45°F) in October, and Krakow fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Sigulda usually gets more rain in October than Krakow. Sigulda gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSigulda 7°C (45°F)Krakow 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Krakow in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sigulda and Krakow.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Krakow. It's quite cold in Sigulda in the winter. In the winter, Sigulda is much colder than Krakow. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sigulda in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Krakow averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In January, Sigulda usually receives around the same amount of rain as Krakow. Sigulda gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySigulda -5°C (23°F)Krakow -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Krakow in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sigulda as well as Krakow.
In April, Sigulda is generally much colder than Krakow. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 5°C (42°F), and Krakow fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Sigulda usually gets less rain in April than Krakow. Sigulda gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSigulda 5°C (42°F)Krakow 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Krakow and Sigulda
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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) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (24°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | -0°C (31°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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