Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Katowice?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Katowice, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Katowice?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Katowice
Katowice is a city east of Krakow, in the Silesian province of southern Poland. A large dome crowns the Cathedral of Christ the King, built between 1927 and 1955. The adjacent Archdiocesan Museum exhibits Silesian sacred art. The ultramodern Silesian Museum features several glass structures on the site of a former coal mine. It exhibits Polish art and chronicles the history of Upper Silesia. Historically, Katowice is a product of the 19th-century industrial boom, but it only became a city in the interwar period. After WWII, at the height of the Stalinist cult craze, the city was renamed Stalinogrod, but reverted to its old name soon after Comrade Joe died in 1953. Katowice has few significant historical monuments, but it's a major commercial and cultural center and holds sufficient attractions to make it worth a stop.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Warsaw.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Katowice €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Katowice is €43. 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 Tallinn and Katowice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Katowice €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Katowice €36
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Katowice
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Katowice? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Katowice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Katowice €12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $16
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
- Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $41
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn TLL Airport by Luxury Van: $41
- Private Airport Transfer: $43
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $48
- Airport Transfer Service: $48
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Katowice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Katowice:
- Katowice Pyrzowice KTW to Krakow City Private Transfer: $129
- Katowice Airport: Private Transfer to or from Krakow: $186
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Fast-Track Ticket & Guided Tour No Transfers: $32
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Katowice with Private Transfers: $199
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Katowice?
Prices for flights to both Katowice and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €36Katowice €18
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $63
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $96
- Tallinn Food Tour: $116
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
- Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $136
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $213
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Katowice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Katowice.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Katowice €6.00
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.95
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.54
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $8.73
- Tales of Reval Smartphone App Self-Guided GPS Walking Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Self-Guided Tour to Most Instagrammable Places in Tallinn: $15
- Terrific Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $16
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $16
Tours and Activities in Katowice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Katowice are as follows:
- Auschwitz & Birkenau Live Guide Tour Entrance Ticket: $54
- Auschwitz-Birkenau - Skip the Line Tickets : $32
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $32
- Entrance Ticket to Auschwitz Birkenau with Guide and FREE ebook: $32
- From Auschwitz-Birkenau Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $95
- Jasna Gora and Czestochowa Private Tour from Katowice by Car: $349
- Katowice Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Katowice Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
- Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $159
- Katowice and Nikiszowiec: bicycle tour with guide: $42
- Private City Tour with Stories & Viewing Points: $154
- Private Tour to Auschwitz Birkenau: $156
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Katowice €5.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mad Monk’s Pub Crawl Tallinn: $21
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $27
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drinks, Local Guide: $42
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $72
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $123
Sample the Local Flavors in Katowice
Also in Katowice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tyskie Brewery Tour: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Katowice, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Katowice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Katowice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Katowice 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Katowice.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Katowice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Katowice?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 24% larger than the population of Katowice. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Katowice, 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 Tallinn or Katowice?
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 Tallinn or Katowice in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Katowice. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Tallinn is around the same temperature as Katowice in the summer. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Katowice fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Katowice. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tallinn this time of the year. In the summer, Tallinn often gets more sunshine than Katowice. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 219 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Katowice. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Katowice 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Katowice in the Autumn?
Both Katowice and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Tallinn is much colder than Katowice. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tallinn in October average around 7°C (44°F), and Katowice averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Katowice during autumn. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 128 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Katowice. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Katowice 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Katowice in the Winter?
Both Katowice and Tallinn during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Katowice in the winter. The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. In January, Tallinn is generally much colder than Katowice. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around -5°C (22°F), and Katowice fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Katowice. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 51 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets less rain in January than Katowice. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Katowice -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Katowice in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Katowice. The natural beauty are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
It's quite cold in Tallinn in the spring. Tallinn is much colder than Katowice in the spring. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 4°C (39°F) in April, and Katowice fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Tallinn usually receives more sunshine than Katowice during spring. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 152 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Katowice. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Katowice 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Katowice and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.