Which place is cheaper, Holloko or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Holloko?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Holloko. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Holloko?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Holloko
Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Holloko €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Holloko is €43. 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 Vilnius and Holloko in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Holloko €20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Holloko €40
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Holloko
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Holloko? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Holloko €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.21
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $35
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $51
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $51
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $53
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $142
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $214
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $214
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Holloko?
Prices for flights to both Holloko and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Holloko €15
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Holloko €6.89
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $6.00
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.42
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $12
- Vibrant Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $18
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $18
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $19
Tours and Activities in Holloko
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Holloko are as follows:
- Hollókő: Village Tour and Folklore Programme: $235
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Holloko €8.67
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Holloko, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Holloko much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Holloko would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Holloko 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius than you might in Holloko.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Holloko Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Vilnius or Holloko?
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 Vilnius or Holloko in the Summer?
Both Holloko and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Vilnius is generally cooler than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Holloko. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vilnius. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Holloko. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Holloko 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Holloko in the Autumn?
Both Holloko and Vilnius during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Vilnius is cooler than Holloko in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in October than Holloko. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Holloko 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Holloko in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Holloko. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Holloko can be very cold. Vilnius can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than Holloko. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Holloko averages at about -1°C (31°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Holloko. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Holloko -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Holloko in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Holloko. The spring months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the natural beauty.
In April, Vilnius is generally much colder than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the spring, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in April than Holloko. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Holloko 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Holloko and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Holloko | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.