A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Utrecht vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Utrecht or Brno?

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

Should I visit Utrecht or Brno? 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: Utrecht or Brno?

Utrecht

Utrecht is both a province and a city in the Netherlands. The city is a unique university city with a lively atmosphere. Imagine Amsterdam but smaller, and with fewer tourists. Utrecht has the same underlying historical/magical feel as Amsterdam, but is full of locals rather than crowds of tourists. It has a population of about 300,000 making it the fourth largest city in the Netherlands.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Netherlands, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Netherlands, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Utrecht?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Utrecht is €189, while the average daily cost in Brno is €122. 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 Utrecht and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Utrecht 106
    Brno 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Utrecht 212
    Brno 134
Compare Hotels in Utrecht and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Utrecht or Brno? 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 Utrecht


Hotels in Brno


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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: Utrecht Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Utrecht 23
    Brno 2.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Utrecht

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Utrecht:

  • Private transfer from Utrecht to AMS Schiphol Airport: $121
  • Private taxi transfer from Utrecht to Amsterdam: $102
  • Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam: $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.30
  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $143

Is it cheaper to fly into Utrecht or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Utrecht 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
    Utrecht 58
    Brno 53

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Utrecht

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

  • City Boat Tour & Balkan Restaurant Lunch OR Dinner: $32
  • Vegan Food Tour like a local. Eat, walk, enjoy.: $71
  • Vegan Food Tour by bike in get of the beaten track! : $72
  • Vegan Food Tour like a Local: eat, walk, enjoy Utrecht: $72

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Utrecht 44
    Brno -

Tours and Activities in Utrecht

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Utrecht are as follows:

  • Hoge Woerd Museum Entry Ticket with Audio Tour: $4.34
  • Utrecht Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.51
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.52
  • De Haar Castle Gardens Entrance Ticket: $7.60
  • Castles, Canals and Good Folk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht: $8.99
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.50
  • Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht: $11
  • Lofen Palace Time Travel with Entry Ticket & Guide: $12
  • Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht: $13
  • Dom Tower Entry Ticket and Guided Tour: $15
  • DOMunder Entry Ticket with Guide: $15
  • National Railway Museum Admission Ticket: $16

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • The Painted Ladies of Telč: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Skip the Line: 10-Z Bunker Entrance Ticket in Brno : $7.93
  • Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $33
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $33
  • 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $38
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $39
  • Ride in a BMP tank and military garage tour Prague: $52
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $58
  • Brno daily tours: $72
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $114
  • Quad ride adventure Prague: $122
  • Quad ride adventure for families with kids Prague: $122

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Utrecht 24
    Brno 2.16

Sample the Local Flavors in Utrecht

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Utrecht:

  • Utrecht Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $16
  • Utrecht Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $22

Sample the Local Flavors in Brno

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

  • Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $198


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

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


Which is Bigger, Utrecht or Brno?

Brno has a larger population, and is about 27% larger than the population of Utrecht. When comparing the sizes of Utrecht and Brno, 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 Utrecht or Brno?

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.

Should I visit Utrecht or Brno in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Utrecht and Brno. Many visitors come to Utrecht in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Utrecht is cooler than Brno. Typically, the summer temperatures in Utrecht in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Brno averages at about 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brno this time of the year. Utrecht usually receives less sunshine than Brno during summer. Utrecht gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Utrecht usually receives more rain than Brno. Utrecht gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Utrecht 17°C (62°F) 
    Brno 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Utrecht or Brno in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Utrecht as well as Brno. Most visitors come to Utrecht for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Utrecht is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Utrecht average around 11°C (51°F), and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

In the autumn, Utrecht often gets less sunshine than Brno. Utrecht gets 100 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun.

Utrecht usually gets more rain in October than Brno. Utrecht gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Utrecht 11°C (51°F) 
    Brno 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Utrecht or Brno in the Winter?

Both Brno and Utrecht are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Utrecht because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

It's quite cold in Brno in the winter. The weather in Utrecht can be very cold. Utrecht is around the same temperature as Brno in the winter. The daily temperature in Utrecht averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Brno fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

Utrecht usually receives less sunshine than Brno during winter. Utrecht gets 38 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Utrecht usually receives more rain than Brno. Utrecht gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Utrecht 2°C (36°F) 
    Brno 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Utrecht or Brno in the Spring?

Both Brno and Utrecht during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Utrecht this time of year.

In the spring, Utrecht is much colder than Brno. Typically, the spring temperatures in Utrecht in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Brno averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In the spring, Utrecht often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brno. Utrecht gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun.

Utrecht usually gets more rain in April than Brno. Utrecht gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Utrecht 8°C (46°F) 
    Brno 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Brno and Utrecht

Utrecht Brno
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 3°C (37°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 52 mm (2 in) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 17°C (62°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 11°C (51°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)