Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Antwerp?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Antwerp can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Varna or Antwerp?
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.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Antwerp $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $132. 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 Varna and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Antwerp $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Antwerp $154
Compare Hotels in Varna and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Antwerp? 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Antwerp $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private One-way Transfer Varna Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $53
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Albena to Varna (VAR) Airport : $65
- Private Transfer from Balchik to Varna (VAR) Airport: $58
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Varna (VAR) Airport: $35
- Private Transfer from Kavarna to Varna (VAR) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Sunny Beach to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $72
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Albena: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $163
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $141
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $274
- Transfer from Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Luxury Car or Van: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Antwerp $42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Antwerp $8.80
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-guided tour in Varna Archaeological Museum + ticket: $11
- Archaeological Museum Ticket & E-Guide: $13
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Pokémon GO Varna Private Tour: $19
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
- Private Virtual Tour in Varna with a Local Guide : $32
- Nessebar: Guided City Tour: $49
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- The OFFroad Adventure : $64
- The Ultimate Private Communist Tour of Varna: $64
- Half-Day Tsarev Brod Winery and Walking Tour: $64
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historical Walking Tour in the Old City: $3.20
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.09
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audioguide App: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
- Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $16
- Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Antwerp $19
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $65
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp 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 Varna Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Antwerp?
Antwerp has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Antwerp, 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 Varna or Antwerp?
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 Varna or Antwerp in the Summer?
Both Antwerp and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Varna is generally a little warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Antwerp. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Varna. Varna usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during summer. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Varna usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Varna or Antwerp in the Autumn?
Both Antwerp and Varna during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Varna is a little warmer than Antwerp in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Varna often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in October than Antwerp. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Varna or Antwerp in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Antwerp. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
It's quite cold in Antwerp in the winter. The weather in Varna can be very cold. In the winter, Varna is around the same temperature as Antwerp. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Antwerp averages at about 3°C (38°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during winter. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Varna usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Varna or Antwerp in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Varna as well as Antwerp. Also, many travelers come to Antwerp for the activities around the city.
In April, Varna is generally a little warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the spring, Varna often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Antwerp. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Antwerp. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Varna
| Varna | Antwerp | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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