Which place is cheaper, Vienna or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Vienna?
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 Vienna 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 Vienna?
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.
Vienna
Vienna is the largest city and capital of Austria. It has a population of over 1.7 million and is a cultural, political and economic center for the country. The historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and some complain that it feels more like a museum than a real city. Outside of the historical center though, is a young and vibrant city with a huge music scene, many street performers, and eclectic and fun restaurants and nightclubs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Vienna $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Vienna is $162. 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 Vienna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Vienna $100
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Vienna $200
Compare Hotels in Varna and Vienna
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Vienna? 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 Vienna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Vienna $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Varna Airport (VAR) to Burgas Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City: $22
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sveti Vlas: $109
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena: $25
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Obzor: $71
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vienna
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vienna:
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Bus to Airport$32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vienna
Also for Vienna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 2-in-1 Jewish Museums in Vienna Private Tour with Transfers: $361
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Business Car: $78
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Luxury Car: $105
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Luxury Van: $106
- Airport Transfer: Vienna to Vienna Airport VIE by Business Car: $79
- Arrival Private Transfer from Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna City by Luxury Car: $96
- Arrival Private Transfer from Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna City by Luxury Van: $66
- Arrival Private Transfer from Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna City by Minibus: $219
- Arrival Private Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna City by Business Car: $54
- Belvedere Palace: Tour with Skip-the-Line/Transfer Options: $54
- Bratislava: Bus Transfer to/from Vienna: $9.52
- Bratislava: Bus Transfer to/from Vienna Airport: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Vienna?
Prices for flights to both Vienna 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 $23Vienna $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vienna
For Vienna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $28
- Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School: $43
- Naschmarkt Food Tour: $64
- Vienna Naschmarket Food Tour: $65
- Traditional Vienna Tasting Dinner With Folk Music: $68
- Traditional Vienna Tasting Dinner with Folk Music: $70
- Naschmarkt Guided Food Tour: $74
- Vienna Evening Sightseeing Cruise With Music and Dinner: $74
- 3-Course Evening Dinner Cruise: $76
- Traditional Dinner Show at the Wiener Rathauskeller: $84
- Kursalon New Year's Day Concert with optional Dinner: $87
- Schnitzel cooking class with Nicole: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Vienna $41
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 Vienna
For Vienna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Escape Game and Tour: $3.21
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $4.81
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Cultural Heart of the City Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Top of Vienna in One Day: An English Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.87
- Detective Trail Mystery tour for the whole family: $8.02
- MAK - Geymüllerschlössel Entry Ticket: $8.02
- Walking Tour of the MuseumsQuartier with Guide: $8.56
- Vienna Cathedral District Audio Tour (EN) (NO Ticket): $8.80
- Walking Around Hofburg Palace In-App Audio Tour (EN): $8.80
- Capuchins Crypt Entrance Ticket: $9.09
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Vienna $18
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 Vienna
Also in Vienna, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Vienna: $16
- Vienna Nights Pub Crawl: $16
- City Center Pub Crawl: $27
- Local Pub Crawl Vienna: $27
- Wine Tasting at Traditional Cellar: $34
- Guided Wine Tasting in a Private Wine Cellar: $39
- Viennese Wine Tasting in a Private Hidden Wine Cellar: $39
- Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace: $48
- Austrian Wine Tasting Experience: $63
- Vienna Historical Highlight City Tour + Wine Tasting: $74
- Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace Entry & Wine Tasting: $82
- Wine Tasting E-Bike Tour: $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Vienna, we can see that Vienna 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 Vienna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vienna 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 Vienna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Vienna?
Vienna has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Vienna, 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 Vienna?
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 Vienna in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Varna as well as Vienna. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Vienna because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Varna is generally around the same temperature as Vienna. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Vienna fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vienna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Varna this time of the year. In the summer, Varna often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Vienna. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 255 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Vienna. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Vienna 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Varna or Vienna in the Autumn?
Both Vienna and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vienna this time of year.
Varna is a little warmer than Vienna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Vienna fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Vienna during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 140 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Vienna. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Vienna 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Varna or Vienna in the Winter?
Both Vienna and Varna during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Vienna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Vienna. It's quite cold in Varna in the winter. In the winter, Varna is a little warmer than Vienna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Vienna averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Vienna. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vienna receives 65 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Vienna. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Vienna 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Varna or Vienna in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Vienna. Also, many visitors come to Vienna in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Varna is generally cooler than Vienna. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Vienna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vienna this time of the year. Varna usually receives less sunshine than Vienna during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Vienna receives 202 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives less rain than Vienna. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vienna receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Vienna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Vienna and Varna
| Varna | Vienna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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