Which place is cheaper, Varna or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Varna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Varna, 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 Varna?
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.
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Varna €61
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Varna is €61. 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 Varna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Varna €33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Varna €66
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Varna
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Varna? 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 Varna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Varna €8.77
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 Party Bus Airport Transfer: $124
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn City by minibus: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Car : $90
- Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $41
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport or Port by Luxury Car: $90
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn TLL Airport by Luxury Van: $41
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,647
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $16
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
- Tallinn Airport Transfer - Return: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Varna Airport (VAR) to Burgas Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City: $22
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sveti Vlas: $109
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena: $25
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Obzor: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Varna?
Prices for flights to both Varna 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 €36Varna €22
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Varna €8.04
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 Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Varna €8.00
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 Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Varna, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Varna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Varna?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 26% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Varna, 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 Varna?
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 Varna in the Summer?
Both Varna and Tallinn during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
In the summer, Tallinn is cooler than Varna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tallinn in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Varna averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Varna, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tallinn. In the summer, Tallinn often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Varna. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 268 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in July than Varna. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Varna receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Varna 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Varna in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Varna. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Tallinn is generally much colder than Varna. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 7°C (44°F), and Varna fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Varna during autumn. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Varna. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Varna receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Varna 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Varna in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Varna. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Varna can be very cold during winter. Tallinn can get quite cold in the winter. Tallinn is much colder than Varna in the winter. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Varna fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Varna. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 83 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Varna. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Varna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Varna 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Varna in the Spring?
Both Varna and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the natural beauty during these months.
Tallinn can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Tallinn is much colder than Varna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tallinn in April average around 4°C (39°F), and Varna averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Tallinn usually receives more sunshine than Varna during spring. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 156 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Varna. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Varna receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Varna 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Varna and Tallinn
| Tallinn | Varna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
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