A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Stuttgart vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Stuttgart or Gdansk?

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

Should I visit Stuttgart or Gdansk? 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: Stuttgart or Gdansk?

Stuttgart

Stuttgart is a large city in southern Germany, notably famous for being the headquarters to some auto industry giants such as Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. The population of the city proper is about 600,000 and there are two and half million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to the 10th century and today it is a large city that still maintains a small town vibe. The local residents are quite friendly and eager to welcome you to their city. They are also very accommodating if you do not speak German, so you can always expect a little help with translation if it is needed.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Stuttgart?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Stuttgart is €164, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. 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 Stuttgart and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Stuttgart 101
    Gdansk 25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Stuttgart 202
    Gdansk 50
Compare Hotels in Stuttgart and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Stuttgart or Gdansk? 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 Stuttgart


Hotels in Gdansk


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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: Stuttgart Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Stuttgart 25
    Gdansk 7.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stuttgart

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

  • Private Transfer Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by Luxury Car: $108
  • Private Transfer Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by Luxury Car: $108
  • Private Transfer from Stuttgart City to Frankfurt City: $139
  • Private Transfer: Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by MB Sedan: $91
  • Private Transfer: Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by MB Van: $91
  • Private Transfer: Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by MB Sedan: $91
  • Private Transfer: Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by MB Van: $91
  • Special Private Transfer from Stuttgart to Mercedes-Benz Museum: $91
  • Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76
  • Stuttgart Airport to Oberstdorf Alpse Grünten Round Trip Transfer: $175
  • Stuttgart Airport to Oberstdorf Alpsee Grünten Arrival Transfer: $87
  • Stuttgart Airport to Titisee-Neustadt Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
  • VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
  • VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
  • Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
  • Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
  • Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
  • Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85

Is it cheaper to fly into Stuttgart or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Stuttgart 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
    Stuttgart 37
    Gdansk 19
Typical Food Prices in Stuttgart

For Stuttgart, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Panini To Go
    2.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
  • 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
  • Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
  • Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
  • Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
  • Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
  • Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Stuttgart 24
    Gdansk 7.62

Tours and Activities in Stuttgart

For Stuttgart, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Wine Museum Ticket: $4.28
  • Landesmuseum Württemberg Old Castle Entry Ticket: $6.42
  • Stuttgart Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Stuttgart Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
  • Stuttgart Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
  • TV Tower Tickets: $11
  • VfB Fan-Tour at the MHPArena: $12
  • Guided Ghost Walking Tour: $13
  • entertaining guided tour to old town highlights: $15
  • Stuttgart city tour: $15
  • Stuttgart city library - an architectural tour: $17
  • Stuttgart Nature Experience Day: $20

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
  • 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
  • A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
  • Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
  • Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
  • Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
  • Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
  • Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
  • City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
  • Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Stuttgart 22
    Gdansk 4.44

Sample the Local Flavors in Stuttgart

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Stuttgart:

  • Vineyard hike along one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Stuttgart with wine tasting: $28
  • Wine hike with wine tasting: $31
  • Guided Wine Walk & Wine Tasting: $44
  • Wine Tour with wines of the best winemakers: $46
  • Fußball Weintour - Football & Wine Tour: $46
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
  • Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
  • Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stuttgart and Gdansk, we can see that Stuttgart is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Stuttgart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stuttgart than you might in Gdansk.

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


Which is Bigger, Stuttgart or Gdansk?

Stuttgart has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Stuttgart and Gdansk, 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 Stuttgart or Gdansk?

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 Stuttgart or Gdansk in the Summer?

Both Gdansk and Stuttgart during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Stuttgart for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Stuttgart is a little warmer than Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Stuttgart averages around 22°C (71°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

In Gdansk, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Stuttgart. In the summer, Stuttgart often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 238 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.

Stuttgart usually gets less rain in July than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Stuttgart 22°C (71°F) 
    Gdansk 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Stuttgart or Gdansk in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Stuttgart and Gdansk. Many visitors come to Stuttgart in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Stuttgart is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Stuttgart in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).

Stuttgart usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Stuttgart gets 122 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Stuttgart usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Stuttgart 13°C (56°F) 
    Gdansk 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Stuttgart or Gdansk in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Stuttgart as well as Gdansk. Most visitors come to Stuttgart for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

The weather in Gdansk can be very cold. Stuttgart can be very cold during winter. In January, Stuttgart is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Stuttgart average around 3°C (38°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).

In the winter, Stuttgart often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 60 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.

Stuttgart usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Stuttgart 3°C (38°F) 
    Gdansk -2°C (28°F)

Should I visit Stuttgart or Gdansk in the Spring?

Both Gdansk and Stuttgart are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Stuttgart because of the activities around the city.

Stuttgart is much warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Stuttgart averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

Stuttgart usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk during spring. Stuttgart gets 154 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Stuttgart usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Stuttgart gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Stuttgart 11°C (53°F) 
    Gdansk 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Gdansk and Stuttgart

Stuttgart Gdansk
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C (38°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) -2°C (28°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) -2°C (28°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 8°C (47°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 11°C (53°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 16°C (61°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 19°C (66°F) 85 mm (3.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jul 22°C (71°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 21°C (70°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 13°C (56°F) 51 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 7°C (45°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 5°C (41°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)