A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tallinn vs. Monaco for Nightlife, Couples, Food, and Families

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Should you visit Tallinn or Monaco?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Monaco, 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.

Tallinn

Tallinn is a quaint, whimsical, and historical city. The famous beauty of this place is one of the main draws. It also has a unique and quaint vibe that attracts lots of visitors. And you can't forget about the shopping, museums, and nightlife.

Monaco

Monaco is a thrilling, posh, and glitzy coastal resort area. Travelers will also find plenty of sights and attractions here, as it's a big city that attracts lots of visitors. The beauty of this spot is also one of the main reasons why visitors come. Visitors also love the shopping, nightlife, and food.

Tallinn and Monaco: Pros and Cons

Tallinn
Pros
  • Family-friendly
  • Good for couples and romance
  • Good for backpackers and budget travelers
  • Impressive beauty
  • Quaint atmosphere
Monaco
Pros
  • Good for couples and romance
  • Big city activities
  • Impressive beauty
Cons
  • Less family-friendly
  • Less popular with backpackers


How is Tallinn different from Monaco?

Which is Better for a Holiday?

Let's take a look at the differences and similarities between Monaco and Tallinn. Then, you can decide for yourself which place is better for your next trip.

Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Food?

Tallinn
Monaco

Both Tallinn and Monaco offer a number of unique restaurants to choose from.

Tallinn has a delicious restaurant scene that relies on local flavors. Food is affordable and hearty. Many dishes incorporate rye bread, pork, smoked fish, potatoes, or dairy products. You'll also find a lot of variation in dishes between seasons.

Dining out in Monaco is an experience not to be missed. The cuisine is heavily influenced by both French and Italian cuisines. You'll find many dishes that take advantage of the coastal location, with seafood being very common. The national dish is Barbagiuan, which is a deep-fried pastry that is filled with ricotta cheese, Swiss chard, and other vegetables.


Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Nightlife?

Tallinn
Monaco

The nightlife scene is relatively similar in Tallinn and Monaco.

Tallinn has a large number of nightlife venues. As it's grown in popularity with tourists, the city has put itself on the map as a top party destination in Eastern Europe. There's an active bar and club scene, but there are also art venues and other creative activities for everyone.

Monaco is a must-see party destination. It's where sophistication meets glam, with many luxury nightclubs, cocktail bars, casinos, and even opera houses that you can explore. The city attracts celebrities, wealthy business people, and jetsetters who are looking to socialize, see, and be seen.

Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Shopping?

Tallinn
Monaco

Shoppers can find a variety of stores in both Tallinn and Monaco.

Tallinn is well-known for its shopping. There's a mix of quirky shops and recognizable brands around town. Old town is a popular shopping area, as is nearby Kalamaja. Visitors enjoy picking up marzipan, local crafts, and unique art.

Monaco is a world class destination for shoppers. A visit would not be complete without experiencing the city's shopping. There are couture, luxury brands as well as local boutiques that are frequented by the wealthy and famous. Popular shopping areas include Le Metropole Shopping Center, Fontvieille Shopping Centre, and La Condamine Market.

Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Families?

Tallinn
Monaco

Tallinn and Monaco are both fun destinations for the whole family.

Tallinn is a family-friendly city. Your kids will feel like they stepped into a fairytale in this beautiful city. It has countless museums including an open air museum and a zoo. There's also nearby Pirita Beach, where you and your kids can enjoy ice cream in a seaside setting.

Monaco doesn't usually come to mind when thinking about kid-friendly destinations. The city has a few family-friendly activities like an Oceanography Museum, a Zoological Park, and a harbor where kids can explore. You can also check out the Changing of the Guards in the Old Town. The public beach in town, Plage du Larvotto, is very family-friendly as well.

Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Couples?

Tallinn
Monaco

Tallinn and Monaco are both fun to visit as a couple.

Tallinn makes for a fun place to visit for a couple. Filled with gardens, romantic walks, and impressive views, this city makes for a great couple's getaway. Base yourself in the city's beautiful old town and dine in one of the many local restaurants. There are also nice hotels around town that are great for couples.

Monaco is a great city for couples, as it has plenty to offer. Filled with luxury, a couple can enjoy perusing the yachts in the harbor, dining on fine cuisine at an award winning restaurant, or staying at one of the many fancy hotels in town. You can also explore the area by air, by taking a truly spectacular helicopter tour.


Is Tallinn or Monaco Better for Public Transit?

Tallinn
Monaco

Visitors will find public transit in both Tallinn and Monaco.

Tallinn has some very good public transit options. There are buses trolleys and trams around town.

You'll find some public transit in Monaco, but it may not be enough to take you everywhere. There is a bus system.

Is Tallinn or Monaco a more walkable city?

Tallinn
Monaco

Tallinn and Monaco are similar when it comes to walkability.

It's very easy to get around on foot in Tallinn. The city is compact and easily explored on foot, particularly in the most touristy areas.

Getting around Monaco on foot is easy. It's small and compact size means that it is easy to explore the entire area on foot in a short amount of time.

Should I spend more time in Monaco or Tallinn?

How long in Tallinn or Monaco?

Visitors can find plenty of fun things to do in both Tallinn and Monaco. With generally more activities and things to do, visitors tend to spend more time in Tallinn than Monaco.

The ideal length of time for a trip to Tallinn is 2-4 days, and the ideal length of time for a trip to Monaco is 1-3 days.


  • How many days in Tallinn or Monaco? Ideal Length of Stay
    Tallinn 2-4 
    Monaco 1-3

One day in Tallinn or Monaco?

Many travelers enjoy the museums and nightlife when visiting the quaint destination of Tallinn. The old town is one of the main draws for visitors. But since there are so many activities, you'll likely want to spend more than one day exploring.

Because Monaco is a large city, there are a variety of ways to spend your time. Travelers enjoy the resorts in the area as well. This coastal resort area offers something for everyone. This would be the perfect place to spend one day, as it has just the right amount of activities.

A weekend in Tallinn or Monaco?

Tallinn is a great place to explore. It is common to spend a weekend here. With all of its activities, you can easily fill a weekend here. Your budget might influence how long you stay.

Because Monaco is a large city, there are a variety of ways to spend your time. The length of your trip often depends on your style of travel. A weekend here is typical. People often spend their time relaxing at one of the resorts. A weekend is a great amount of time to relax and see the many things that Monaco has to offer.


Five days in Tallinn or Monaco?

It's hard to know how much time to spend in Tallinn. Make sure you visit the old town while you're here. Five days may feel like too much time unless you plan to do a lot of relaxing. It has many unique tourist attractions and fascinating things to do.

Monaco is a great place to explore. You can also relax and pamper yourself at one of the resorts. Five days is more than enough time to enjoy everything. Take some day trips to nearby places to fill the extra days. Anyone can find something fun to do here.

A week in Tallinn or Monaco?

Travelers enjoy the shopping and museums when visiting the quaint destination of Tallinn. This city offers a variety of activities to choose from. Most visitors spend time around the old town while in the area. Most people find that one week is more than enough time to see everything.

It's hard to know how much time to spend in Monaco. Many people enjoy the shopping and nightlife when visiting Monaco. It's also a relaxing resort destination. One week may feel like too much time unless you plan to do a lot of relaxing.

Which city is cheaper, Monaco or Tallinn?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €74, while the average daily cost in Monaco is €151. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Tallinn and Monaco in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tallinn €40
    Monaco €95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tallinn €80
    Monaco €190
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Monaco

Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Monaco? 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 Tallinn


Hotels in Monaco


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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 Monaco Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tallinn €9.68
    Monaco €14
Typical Local Transportation prices in Tallinn

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:


  • 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:

  • Arrival Private Transfer Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn City: $23
  • City Transfer Tallinn: $33
  • Departure Private Transfer Tallinn City to Tallinn Airport TLL: $52
  • Departure Private Transfer Tallinn City to Tallinn TLL by Car: $23
  • Private Airport Transfer: Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn: $14
  • Private Airport Transfer: from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport (TLL): $14
  • Private Airport transfer Tallin Airport (TLL) to Tallin City center: $44
  • Private Airport transfer Tallinn city center to Tallinn Airport (TLL): $44
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Tallinn TLL Airport to Tallinn City: $15
  • Private Departure Transfer from Tallinn City to Tallinn TLL Airport: $15
  • Private Minivan Transfer from Tallinn to Riga: $448
  • Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $274

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Monaco

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Monaco:

  • Private transfer: Monaco Airport (MCM) to Monaco: $622
  • Private Departure Transfer from Monaco Hotels to Nice Airport: $65
  • Nice Airport Transfers : Monaco City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $124
  • Nice Airport Transfers : Monaco City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Car: $157
  • Nice Airport Transfers : Monaco City to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car: $108
  • Monaco Transfer: Monaco Cruise Port to Nice Airport: $80
  • Monaco Private Transfer from Monaco-Ville to Nice Airport: $174
  • Departure Private Transfers from Monaco City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $118
  • Departure Private Transfers from Monaco City to Nice Airport NCE: $98
  • Between Monaco and Nice: Single Helicopter Transfer: $199

Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Monaco?

Prices for flights to both Monaco 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tallinn €25
    Monaco €43
Typical Food prices in Tallinn

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


  • Lunch for Two
    €7.68
  • 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:

  • Estonian food tour in Tallinn: $12
  • Tallinn Sunset Dinner Cruise: $73
  • Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $75
  • Tallinn Russian Dinner: $96
  • Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $106
  • Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $131
  • Tallinn Segway and Food Tour: $156
  • Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $242

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tallinn €4.50
    Monaco €18

Tours and Activities in Tallinn

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

  • Pioneer Street Art Tour in Tallinn Telliskivi Creative City: $12
  • Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $16
  • Skip the Line: Tallinn TV Tower Entrance Ticket: $16
  • Skip the Line: Tallinn Legends Interactive Museum Entrance Ticket: $17
  • Tallinn National Unity Tour on E-bike: $19
  • 1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour: $19
  • Tallinn TV Tower: Fast-Lane Ticket: $19
  • Tallinn Bay Sightseeing Cruise: $22
  • Tallinn Day Cruise: TOWERS OF TALLINN: $22
  • Tallinn Ghost and Legends Walking Tour: $24
  • Tallinn Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $28

Typical Entertainment prices in Monaco

Here are a few typical costs in Monaco for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Grand Prix for Two
    €101

Tours and Activities in Monaco

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

  • 3 hours Deluxe Sightdriving tour: $926
  • 30 Minute Ferrari California T Sports Car Experience from Monaco: $290
  • Beautiful Nice only for you sightseeing from Monaco: $648
  • Cannes, Antibes and Nice Private Tour from Monaco: $750
  • Cities of artists in Provence sightseeing tour from Monaco: $778
  • Double Supercar Driving Experience from Monaco: $1,004
  • French Riviera Private Half-Day Tour: $363
  • French Riviera Sunset Boat Cruise: $859
  • French Riviera Tour: $1,021
  • French Riviera: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise: $837
  • From Cannes: Monaco Small Group Night Tour: $96
  • From Nice: 1-Day Tour Côte d'Azur Extraordinary Houses: $735

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tallinn €12
    Monaco €21

Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn

Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl: $33
  • Nudist Winery Wine Tasting and Winery tour in Tallinn: $44
  • Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $77
  • Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $77
  • Tallinn Bar Crawl: $85
  • Tallinn Beer House Brewery Fiesta: $90
  • City tour Craft Brewery visit and tasting of craft beers ciders and cheeses: $90

Sample the Local Flavors in Monaco

Also in Monaco, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Authentic Wine Tasting Experience: $48
  • Monaco Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Nice and Eze with Wine Tasting: $657
  • Private St-Jeannet, St-Paul-de-Vence, and Wine Tour from Monaco: $843

About these numbers

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

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