Which place is cheaper, Beaune or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Beaune?
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 Beaune 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 Beaune?
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.
Beaune
The walled-town of Beaune is located at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Once the capital of the region and still surrounded by the Cote d’Or vineyards, the cobbled town is just a starting point for food and wine connoisseurs looking to taste their way through the greater countryside of Burgundy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Beaune $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Beaune is $178. 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 Beaune in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Beaune $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Beaune $178
Compare Hotels in Varna and Beaune
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Beaune? 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 Beaune Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Beaune $44
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Beaune?
Prices for flights to both Beaune 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 $23Beaune $58
Typical Food Prices in Beaune
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beaune:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)$9.64
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Cookie$1.07
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Coffee$3.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Beaune $35
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Beaune
Here are a few typical costs in Beaune for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Winery Tour (for 2)$21
Tours and Activities in Beaune
Here are a few actual costs in Beaune for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beguiling Beaune Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.99
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burgundy’s Wine Capital: $5.99
- Skip the Line: Abbaye de Fontenay Admission Ticket: $13
- Small group guided tour - Beaune 2h: $22
- Meursault: Tour of the Vineyards on Motorbike with Sidecar: $59
- Private Guided Sidecar Tour in Burgundy from Meursault: $60
- Paris Private Walking Street Art Tour: $87
- Small group tour Morning in Côte de Beaune: $102
- Touristic highlights of Semur-en-Auxois a Private half day tour with a local: $118
- Private city tour - Beaune the essential - 2h: $187
- Private guided tour - Beaune 2h: $191
- Wine walking tour through the Burgundian vineyards - 2h: $191
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Beaune $52
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 Beaune
Also in Beaune, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 2 Hour Sparkling Wine Tasting and visit in Beaune: $11
- Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard: $21
- Maison Champy Guided Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $27
- Visit Domaine Bourgogne - Guided wine tasting: $44
- From Full-Day Bicycle and Wine Tour in Burgundy: $227
- Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune: $229
- Wine tour - Meursault, its prestigious whites: $240
- Wine tour - Aloxe-Corton, its great wines: $240
- From Burgundy Day Trip with 12 Wine Tastings: $262
- Côte de Nuits Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
- Côte de Beaune Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Beaune, we can see that Beaune 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 Beaune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beaune 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 Beaune Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Beaune?
Varna has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Beaune. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Beaune, 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 Beaune?
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 Beaune in the Summer?
Both Beaune and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Beaune for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Varna is generally around the same temperature as Beaune. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Beaune fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Beaune. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Varna. Varna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Beaune during summer. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Beaune receives 266 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Varna usually receives less rain than Beaune. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Beaune 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Varna or Beaune in the Autumn?
Both Beaune and Varna during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Beaune in the autumn for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
Varna is around the same temperature as Beaune in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Beaune fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the autumn, Varna often gets more sunshine than Beaune. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beaune receives 121 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in October than Beaune. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Beaune 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Varna or Beaune in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Beaune. Furthermore, most visitors come to Beaune for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Beaune can be very cold during winter. Varna can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Varna is around the same temperature as Beaune. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Beaune averages at about 3°C (38°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Beaune during winter. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Beaune receives 53 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Varna usually receives less rain than Beaune. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Beaune 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)Beaune 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Varna or Beaune in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Varna as well as Beaune. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Beaune because of the small town charm.
In April, Varna is generally around the same temperature as Beaune. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Beaune fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
In the spring, Varna often gets less sunshine than Beaune. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beaune receives 178 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in April than Beaune. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Beaune 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Beaune and Varna
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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) | 5°C (41°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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