Which place is cheaper, Cesky Krumlov or Vienna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vienna or Cesky Krumlov?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vienna or Cesky Krumlov, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Vienna or Cesky Krumlov?
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.
Cesky Krumlov
Cesky Krumlov is a beautiful town located in Southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It sits along the Vltava River and is home to just over 13,000 residents. The town has many Baroque buildings as well as many pleasant cafes, restaurants and bars. It also has the second largest castle in the Czech Republic, and a beautiful old town square. The town remains very similar to how it was in the 18th century. Many of the buildings are well maintained, and many have been restored to their original beauty. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, and has become a very popular tourist destination. During the summer months tourists may outnumber the local population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVienna €151Cesky Krumlov €58
The average daily cost (per person) in Vienna is €151, while the average daily cost in Cesky Krumlov is €58. 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 Vienna and Cesky Krumlov in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVienna €94Cesky Krumlov €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVienna €188Cesky Krumlov €70
Compare Hotels in Vienna and Cesky Krumlov
Looking for a hotel in Vienna or Cesky Krumlov? 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: Vienna Hotel Prices and Cesky Krumlov Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vienna €19Cesky Krumlov €2.74
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€30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vienna
Also for Vienna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zoo with Private Flexible Transfers and Tickets: $122
- Zoo with Private Flexible Transfers and Tickets: $125
- Private One-Way Transfer to Cesky Krumlov: $629
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Vienna Airport: $75
- Melk Abbey and Salzburg Trip with Private Transfer: $922
- Airport Transfer to/from Bratislava: $86
- Vienna to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $273
- Vienna Private Transfer from Vienna city centre to Vienna Airport: $76
- Vienna Private Transfer from Vienna Airport to City centre: $76
- Vienna Private Airport Transfer: $71
- Vienna International Airport Business Transfer to Vienna City: $141
- Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Vienna Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cesky Krumlov
Also for Cesky Krumlov, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $156
- Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague, English-speaking driver: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Vienna or Cesky Krumlov?
Prices for flights to both Cesky Krumlov and Vienna 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 dayVienna €33Cesky Krumlov €20
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.Vienna €38Cesky Krumlov €6.12
Tours and Activities in Vienna
For Vienna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private themed Tour of the Art History Museum (Kunsthistorisches Museum):"The Saviour, the Ruler, and Simply a Beauty: Women in Art": $164
- "Girls just want to have Wine" - TUK TUK Sightseeing Tour: $152
- "The Third Man" Film Location Tour: $28
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Vienna with Photography: $98
- 2-Hour Alpine Private Hiking Tour along Luckerte Wand Mountain from Vienna: $168
- 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour Helenental Castles Hike from Vienna: $168
- 2-Hour Private Hiking Tour to Meet History at Braunsberg Mountain from Vienna: $168
- 2-hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour on Seekopf Mountain, Wachau Valley from Vienna: $168
- 3 hour private walking tour - Vienna: $138
- 3-Hour Private Hiking Tour to historic places around Spitz in Wachau Valley: $252
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Vienna: $164
- 3-Hour Walking Tour of Vienna Central Cemetery: $320
Tours and Activities in Cesky Krumlov
For Cesky Krumlov, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2,5h Chateau Collections and Tower Tour with Coffee & Dessert: $71
- A day in the life of Český Krumlov - Private tour with a local: $196
- Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour: $93
- Cesky Krumlov Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $209
- Cesky Krumlov Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Cesky Krumlov Tour 4 hours : $278
- Enchanting Český Krumlov Walking Tour: Echoes of the Past: $95
- First white water experience with Tomáš Kobes: $218
- Private Night tour of Český Krumlov: $85
- Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area: $60
- Private tour of best of Český Krumlov - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
- Touristic highlights of Český Krumlov on a Private half day tour with a local: $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVienna €17Cesky Krumlov €3.15
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 Vienna and Cesky Krumlov, we can see that Vienna is more expensive. And not only is Cesky Krumlov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cesky Krumlov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cesky Krumlov 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 Cesky Krumlov.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vienna Expensive? and Is Cesky Krumlov Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vienna or Cesky Krumlov?
Vienna has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Cesky Krumlov. When comparing the sizes of Vienna and Cesky Krumlov, 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 Vienna or Cesky Krumlov?
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 Vienna or Cesky Krumlov in the Summer?
Both Cesky Krumlov and Vienna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Vienna because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Vienna is generally a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Vienna average around 23°C (73°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Cesky Krumlov. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vienna. Vienna usually receives more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov during summer. Vienna gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vienna usually receives less rain than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVienna 23°C (73°F)Cesky Krumlov 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Cesky Krumlov in the Autumn?
Both Cesky Krumlov and Vienna during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vienna this time of year.
Vienna is a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vienna averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the autumn, Vienna often gets more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 108 hours of full sun.
Vienna usually gets less rain in October than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVienna 12°C (54°F)Cesky Krumlov 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Cesky Krumlov in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vienna and Cesky Krumlov. Many travelers come to Vienna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Cesky Krumlov can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Vienna. In the winter, Vienna is much warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vienna in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Cesky Krumlov averages at about -0°C (31°F).
Vienna usually receives more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov during winter. Vienna gets 65 hours of sunny skies, while Cesky Krumlov receives 44 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vienna usually receives less rain than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVienna 2°C (36°F)Cesky Krumlov -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Cesky Krumlov in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vienna as well as Cesky Krumlov. Many visitors come to Vienna in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Vienna is generally a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Vienna average around 13°C (55°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vienna this time of the year. In the spring, Vienna often gets more sunshine than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cesky Krumlov receives 155 hours of full sun.
Vienna usually gets less rain in April than Cesky Krumlov. Vienna gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVienna 13°C (55°F)Cesky Krumlov 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Cesky Krumlov and Vienna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
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