Which place is cheaper, Bled or Tihany?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Tihany or Bled? 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.
Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Hungary, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Hungary, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tihany is $44, while the average daily cost in Bled is $113. 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 Tihany and Bled in more detail.
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Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tihany.
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Tihany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tihany and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Tihany.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tihany Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Bled has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Tihany and Bled, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tihany and Bled.
In July, Tihany is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Tihany average around 21°C (70°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bled this time of the year. In Tihany, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tihany usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during summer. Tihany gets 278 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tihany usually receives less rain than Bled. Tihany gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Tihany as well as Bled.
Tihany is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tihany averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Tihany often gets less sunshine than Bled. Tihany gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Tihany usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Tihany gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Bled and Tihany are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Tihany can be very cold. In the winter, Tihany is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tihany in January average around -1°C (31°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Tihany usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Tihany gets 61 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tihany usually receives less rain than Bled. Tihany gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Bled and Tihany during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Tihany is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Tihany average around 12°C (53°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Tihany often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Tihany gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Tihany usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Tihany gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Tihany | Bled | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 27 mm (1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
May | 16°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |