Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Vienna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vienna or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vienna or Poznan, 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 Poznan?
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.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVienna €151Poznan €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Vienna is €151, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVienna €94Poznan €16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVienna €188Poznan €32
Compare Hotels in Vienna and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Vienna or Poznan? 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 Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vienna €19Poznan €3.99
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:
- Private transfer from Vienna to Zagreb: $930
- Private transfer from Vienna to Munich: $930
- Melk Abbey and Salzburg Trip with Private Transfer: $922
- Private transfer from Vienna to Salzburg: $738
- Private transfer from Vienna to Prague: $636
- Private One-Way Transfer to Cesky Krumlov: $629
- Private transfer from Vienna to Budapest: $588
- Transfer from Prague to Vienna: $510
- Transfer by Car to/from Vienna & Budapest: $444
- 2-in-1 Jewish Museums in Vienna Private Tour with Transfers: $361
- Private Scenic Transfer from Vienna to Prague with 4h of Sightseeing: $295
- Private Transfer from Vienna to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing: $289
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Vienna or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan 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 €33Poznan €9.89
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vienna €38Poznan €4.48
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 Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
- From Torun Sightseeing Day Tour: $298
- Magic Christmas tour in Poznan: $134
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Palace, Castle and Ancient Oaks - Rogalin and Kórnik guided tour from Poznan : $283
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $113
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $114
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Private City Walking Tour from Cathedral Island: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVienna €17Poznan €2.99
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vienna and Poznan, we can see that Vienna is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vienna Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vienna or Poznan?
Vienna has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Poznan. When comparing the sizes of Vienna and Poznan, 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 Poznan?
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 Poznan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vienna and Poznan. Many travelers come to Vienna for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Vienna is a little warmer than Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Vienna averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Poznan this time of the year. In Vienna, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vienna usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during summer. Vienna gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vienna usually receives less rain than Poznan. Vienna gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVienna 23°C (73°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vienna as well as Poznan. Many visitors come to Vienna in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Vienna is a little warmer than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vienna in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Vienna often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Vienna gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun.
Vienna usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Poznan. Vienna gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVienna 12°C (54°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Vienna are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Vienna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Poznan can be very cold. Vienna can be very cold during winter. In January, Vienna is generally much warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Vienna average around 2°C (36°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Vienna usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during winter. Vienna gets 65 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vienna usually receives more rain than Poznan. Vienna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVienna 2°C (36°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Vienna or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Vienna during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Vienna because of the natural beauty.
Vienna is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Vienna averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Vienna. In the spring, Vienna often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Vienna gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun.
Vienna usually gets more rain in April than Poznan. Vienna gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVienna 13°C (55°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Vienna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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