Which place is cheaper, Munich or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Munich?
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 Munich 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 Munich?
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.
Munich
Munich is the capital city of Bavaria and a top travel destination within Germany. It has stunning architecture and a cultural scene that rivals Berlin. It has some of the country's top museums, festivals, and concerts. Munich is most famous for its Oktoberfest, which is easily the busiest time of year in the city. The architecture is what surprises most travelers. It's quite impressive and truly adds to the character of the city. Although much of Munich was destroyed during World War II, the city has successfully rebuilt most of the buildings in their previous style. Much of the city remains as it was in the 1800s. There are two major research universities in Munich, helping to make it a center for engineering, business, and the sciences.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, and The Best Walking Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Munich $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Munich is $158. 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 Munich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Munich $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Munich $192
Compare Hotels in Varna and Munich
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Munich? 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 Munich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Munich $20
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Munich
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Munich:
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Single Zone Trip on Subway$2.46
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Inner District Subway Day Pass$5.57
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City transport day ticket$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Munich:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Munich Airport MUC to Munich in Luxury Car: $249
- Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Car: $74
- Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Van: $65
- Arrival Transfer from Munich Train Station to Munich by Sedan: $60
- Departure Private Transfer: Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Luxury Car: $250
- From Munich Airport to Nuremberg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $193
- From Munich Airport to Salzburg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $208
- Guided Nymphenburg Palace Tour with Transfers & skip the line.: $235
- Mercedes Benz V-Class Airport Transfers: $158
- Munich Airport (MUC) to Arber Resort - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Munich Airport (MUC) to Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Arrival Transfer: $71
- Munich Airport (MUC) to Munich - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Munich?
Prices for flights to both Munich 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 $23Munich $29
Typical Food Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Munich:
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Bratwurst$5.36
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Leberkässemmeln (Veal & Pork Sandwich)$2.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Munich.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Viktualienmarkt Gourmet Food Tour: $46
- Private Salzburg History & Food Tour with Munich train add-on: $55
- Food Tour Beer- 3 small beers & "Brotzeit" in GERMAN: $79
- 6 gears dinner show menu: $99
- Original Munich Christmas Market Food Tour - all tastings included: $136
- Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $141
- Private Full Day Bavarian Beer and Food Tour in Munich: $209
- Private - Viktualienmarkt Food Tour and Beyond - best Munich tastings: $229
- Munich Food Tour & Food Market with German Delicacies: $265
- Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Dinner : $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Munich $31
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 Munich
Here are a few typical costs in Munich for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Schack Gallery Entrance$4.29
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Munich Zoo Entrance$9.64
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Pub Crawl Munich Tour$15
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Neuschwanstein Castle (2)$26
Tours and Activities in Munich
Here are a few actual costs in Munich for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Munich Old Town": $3.20
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Victuals Market Self-Guided Audio Tour: $3.74
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
- Guided tour through the Sudeten German Museum: $5.35
- Escape Game and Tour: $5.35
- From Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $5.35
- Munich through the Centuries: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-guided Walking Tour to River Isar Landmarks: $6.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.95
- Interactive City Tour on Your Smartphone: $7.48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Munich $39
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Munich:
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Hofbrauhaus$13
Sample the Local Flavors in Munich
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Munich:
- Exclusive Brewery Tour & Tasting of 4 Organic Beers: $28
- Munich's Original Pub Crawl: $31
- English Guided Brewery Tour in Munich beertasting 4 beers: $37
- Max & Moritz: Interactive Wine Tasting Experience: $37
- Cheese & Wine tasting: $95
- The ORIGINAL Munich Christmas Market Festive Wine Tour -with food: $141
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $288
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $294
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Munich, we can see that Munich 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 Munich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Munich 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 Munich Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Munich?
Munich has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Munich, 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 Munich?
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 Munich in the Summer?
Both Munich and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Munich because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Varna is a little warmer than Munich in the summer. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Munich fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Munich. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Varna. Varna usually receives more sunshine than Munich during summer. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Munich receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Varna usually receives less rain than Munich. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Munich receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Munich 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Varna or Munich in the Autumn?
Both Munich and Varna during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Munich this time of year.
In the autumn, Varna is a little warmer than Munich. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Varna in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Munich averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the autumn, Varna often gets more sunshine than Munich. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Munich receives 115 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in October than Munich. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Munich receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Munich 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Varna or Munich in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Munich. Also, many travelers come to Munich for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Munich. It's quite cold in Varna in the winter. In January, Varna is generally much warmer than Munich. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 3°C (37°F), and Munich fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Munich during winter. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Munich receives 30 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Varna usually receives less rain than Munich. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Munich receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Munich -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Varna or Munich in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Varna as well as Munich. Also, many visitors come to Munich in the spring for the activities around the city.
Varna is around the same temperature as Munich in the spring. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Munich fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
In the spring, Varna often gets less sunshine than Munich. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Munich receives 172 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in April than Munich. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Munich receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Munich 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Munich and Varna
| Varna | Munich | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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