Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Katowice?
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 Katowice. 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 Katowice?
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.
Katowice
Katowice is a city east of Krakow, in the Silesian province of southern Poland. A large dome crowns the Cathedral of Christ the King, built between 1927 and 1955. The adjacent Archdiocesan Museum exhibits Silesian sacred art. The ultramodern Silesian Museum features several glass structures on the site of a former coal mine. It exhibits Polish art and chronicles the history of Upper Silesia. Historically, Katowice is a product of the 19th-century industrial boom, but it only became a city in the interwar period. After WWII, at the height of the Stalinist cult craze, the city was renamed Stalinogrod, but reverted to its old name soon after Comrade Joe died in 1953. Katowice has few significant historical monuments, but it's a major commercial and cultural center and holds sufficient attractions to make it worth a stop.
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 from Krakow, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Warsaw.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Katowice €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Katowice 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 Katowice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Katowice €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Katowice €36
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Katowice
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Katowice? 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 and Katowice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Katowice €12
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Katowice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Katowice:
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Fast-Track Ticket & Guided Tour No Transfers: $32
- Katowice Pyrzowice KTW to Krakow City Private Transfer: $129
- Katowice Airport: Private Transfer to or from Krakow: $186
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Katowice with Private Transfers: $199
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Katowice?
Prices for flights to both Katowice 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 €40Katowice €18
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Katowice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Katowice.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Katowice €6.00
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 Katowice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Katowice are as follows:
- Ticket Pass and Guided Tour in Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum: $28
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $32
- Entrance Ticket to Auschwitz Birkenau with Guide and FREE ebook: $32
- Auschwitz-Birkenau - Skip the Line Tickets : $32
- Katowice and Nikiszowiec: bicycle tour with guide: $42
- Auschwitz & Birkenau Live Guide Tour Entrance Ticket: $55
- From Auschwitz-Birkenau Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $95
- Katowice Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Private City Tour with Stories & Viewing Points: $154
- Private Tour to Auschwitz Birkenau: $156
- Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $159
- Katowice Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Katowice €5.33
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Katowice
Also in Katowice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tyskie Brewery Tour: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Katowice, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Katowice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Katowice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Katowice 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 Katowice.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Katowice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Katowice?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Katowice. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Katowice, 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 Vilnius or Katowice?
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 Katowice in the Summer?
Both Katowice and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
Vilnius is around the same temperature as Katowice in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Katowice fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Katowice. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vilnius. Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 219 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Katowice. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Katowice 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Katowice in the Autumn?
Both Katowice and Vilnius during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Vilnius is cooler than Katowice. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Katowice averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Katowice. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 128 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in October than Katowice. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Katowice 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Katowice in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Katowice. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Katowice can be very cold during winter. Vilnius can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Katowice. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Katowice fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Katowice during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 51 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Katowice. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Katowice -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Katowice in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Katowice. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the natural beauty during these months.
Vilnius is cooler than Katowice in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Katowice fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Vilnius often gets more sunshine than Katowice. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 152 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets less rain in April than Katowice. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Katowice 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Katowice and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 50 mm (2 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.