Which place is cheaper, Strasbourg or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Strasbourg?
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 Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg?
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.
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Strasbourg $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Strasbourg is $148. 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 Strasbourg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Strasbourg $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Strasbourg $142
Compare Hotels in Varna and Strasbourg
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Strasbourg? 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 Strasbourg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Strasbourg $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $251
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $64
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Strasbourg?
Prices for flights to both Strasbourg 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 $23Strasbourg $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Strasbourg $25
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- Self-Guided Photo Tour with Photobook: $0.86
- Strasbourg : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Self-Guided Tour of Strasbourg’s Grand Île: $6.39
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Strasbourg сity tour: audioguide in your smartphone: $7.49
- Self Guided City Audio Tour in Strasbourg: $7.65
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt City Tour: $8.02
- Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $9.84
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Strasbourg $21
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 Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
- Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $38
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $150
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $545
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Strasbourg, we can see that Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Strasbourg?
Varna has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Strasbourg, 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 Strasbourg?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Varna or Strasbourg in the Summer?
Both Strasbourg and Varna during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Strasbourg for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Varna is a little warmer than Strasbourg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Varna in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Strasbourg averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Strasbourg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Varna. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 240 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Strasbourg. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Strasbourg 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Varna or Strasbourg in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Strasbourg. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Varna is generally a little warmer than Strasbourg. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 14°C (57°F), and Strasbourg fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Strasbourg during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Strasbourg 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Varna or Strasbourg in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Varna as well as Strasbourg. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.
It's quite cold in Strasbourg in the winter. The weather in Varna can be very cold. Varna is much warmer than Strasbourg in the winter. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Strasbourg fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Strasbourg. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Strasbourg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets more rain in January than Strasbourg. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Strasbourg 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Varna or Strasbourg in the Spring?
Both Strasbourg and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Strasbourg for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Varna is around the same temperature as Strasbourg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Varna in April average around 11°C (52°F), and Strasbourg averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Varna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Strasbourg during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Strasbourg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives less rain than Strasbourg. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Strasbourg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Strasbourg 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Strasbourg and Varna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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