Which place is cheaper, Ljubljana or Wroclaw?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wroclaw or Ljubljana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Wroclaw and Ljubljana can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wroclaw or Ljubljana?
Wroclaw
Wroclaw still remains mostly undiscovered to travelers. It's the largest city and capital of Lower Silesian Voivodeship. It is also a historical capital of Silesia with a very rich history. The city's population is around 630,000 and there are over a million people in the metropolitan area. It's the fourth largest city in Poland and has an economy that is centered around manufacturing, banking, industry, tourism, and cultural events. The area has some unique architecture, beautiful rivers, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city has witnessed much turmoil, particularly during World War II and the years following. Today it has been beautifully restored and should be considered a highlight of a trip to Poland. Now is the time to visit, because as Poland gains ground within Europe, prices are sure to rise and the crowds will discover this city.
Ljubljana
Most people don't travel to Ljubljana to see specific sights, as there aren't many famous attractions around town. Instead, this is a city that is about atmosphere. It's a city that you explore and immerse yourself in completely. You meet the people, you go to the clubs, you find the interesting restaurants. That is the best way to learn about Ljubljana.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWroclaw $33Ljubljana $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Wroclaw is $33, while the average daily cost in Ljubljana is $93. 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 Wroclaw and Ljubljana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWroclaw $16Ljubljana $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWroclaw $32Ljubljana $116
Compare Hotels in Wroclaw and Ljubljana
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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: Wroclaw Hotel Prices and Ljubljana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wroclaw $5.83Ljubljana $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Katowice: $294
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Katowice city: $291
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Radomsko city: $289
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Lodz: $283
- Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: Wroclaw - Poznan: $262
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Konin city: $256
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Poznan city: $239
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Działoszyn city: $228
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Olszyna city: $225
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Zagan city: $222
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Świeradów-Zdrój city: $206
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Strzelce Opolskie city: $194
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ljubljana
Also for Ljubljana, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to/from Ljubljana Station: $13
- Private Transfer from Brnik Airport to Ljubljana Centre: $28
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Ljubljana City: $46
- Private transfer Ljubljana Airport from & to Ljubljana City: $52
- Private Transfer from Kranj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $55
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Kranj: $55
- Ljubljana-Airport Ljubljana. Private transfer.Price per car.: $63
- Departure Private Transfer Ljubljana City to Ljubljana Airport by Business Car: $66
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Koper Port: $68
- Ljubljana to Ljubljana Airport (LJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Private transfer from Kamnik to airport Ljubljana: $74
- Private transfer from airport Ljubljana to Kamnik : $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Wroclaw or Ljubljana?
Prices for flights to both Ljubljana and Wroclaw 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 dayWroclaw $11Ljubljana $18
Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw
Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:
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Coffee & Sandwich$2.98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wroclaw
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Wroclaw.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Typical Food Prices in Ljubljana
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ljubljana:
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Horsemeat Hot Dog$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ljubljana
For Ljubljana, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Slovenia: Belokranjska Pogača Cooking Class: $53
- Cooking class; Traditional sLOVEnian štrukelj: $64
- Traditional Slovenian Dinner and Show: $64
- sLOVEnian Strukelj Traditional Cooking Class: $66
- Traditional Slovenian Dinner and Performance: $74
- Flavour of Slovenia: Very Small Group Food Tour in Ljubljana: $82
- Dinner in the Dark: $86
- 3-Hour Food Tour: $91
- Dinner in the Dark: $106
- Šmarna Gora: Hiking and Food Tour from Ljubljana: $128
- The 10 Tastings of Ljubljana Private Food Tour : $210
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wroclaw $5.68Ljubljana $15
Tours and Activities in Wroclaw
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:
- Tour with RETRO e-bus, 2h Gr. 3-7 people, English-guide: $62
- 2-Hours Private Electric Car Tour with a Guide, Wroclaw: $49
- 5 Hour Private Historical Tour to Gross Rosen Concentration Camp: $131
- Adršpach: The Chronicles of Narnia Filming Location Tour: $112
- Auschwitz tour from Wroclaw: $163
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Wroclaw: $152
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Wrocław: $189
- BRESLAU FORTRESS and World War II, private tour with photos: $48
- Berlin Day Tour from Wroclaw: $211
- Best of Wroclaw 3-Hour History and Culture Walking Tour: $128
- Bike Tour of Wroclaw Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature: $110
- Delicious Wroclaw Vodka Tour: $90
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ljubljana
For Ljubljana, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Castle Tower Entrance (for 2)$8.57
Tours and Activities in Ljubljana
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ljubljana.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Romantic Old Town Self-guided Discovery Tour: $6.31
- Ljubljana City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Ljubljana:Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
- From Swamp to State: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Ljubljana: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Castle Entry Ticket with Optional Funicular Ride: $13
- Ljubljana Castle: Entrance Ticket: $13
- House of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour: $14
- Virtual Reality Gaming Experience Ljubljana: $17
- Tour of the Festive Decorations: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWroclaw $5.93Ljubljana $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Wroclaw
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Wroclaw:
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A Couple Beers$3.23
Sample the Local Flavors in Wroclaw
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Wroclaw:
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl : $22
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ljubljana
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ljubljana are as follows:
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Drinks at a Sidewalk Cafe (for 2)$6.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Ljubljana
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ljubljana:
- Craft brewery tour and beer tasting, Tour the Brew, Tekotnik : $28
- Wine Tasting Ljubljana: $59
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Ljubljana: $63
- BEER WAY Kamnik Beer Tasting & Brewery Tour: $83
- Food & Wine tour with a Sommelier: $93
- Food & Wine Tour Ljubljana - Local Foodie Adventure in Slovenia: $97
- From Ljubjana: Slovenian Wine Tour: $191
- Wine Tours in Slovenia: $217
- Wine Tour Slovenia: $261
- Truffle Hunting & Wine Tasting In Istria (private V.i.p. Tour): $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wroclaw and Ljubljana, we can see that Ljubljana is more expensive. And not only is Wroclaw much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wroclaw would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wroclaw 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 Ljubljana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ljubljana than you might in Wroclaw.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wroclaw Expensive? and Is Ljubljana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Wroclaw or Ljubljana?
Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ljubljana. When comparing the sizes of Wroclaw and Ljubljana, 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 Wroclaw or Ljubljana?
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 Wroclaw or Ljubljana in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Wroclaw as well as Ljubljana. Additionally, many travelers come to Ljubljana for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Wroclaw is cooler than Ljubljana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wroclaw in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Ljubljana averages at about 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Wroclaw this time of the year. In the summer, Wroclaw often gets less sunshine than Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 260 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Ljubljana. Wroclaw usually gets less rain in July than Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWroclaw 19°C (65°F)Ljubljana 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Ljubljana in the Autumn?
Both Ljubljana and Wroclaw are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Ljubljana in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Wroclaw is generally cooler than Ljubljana. Daily temperatures in Wroclaw average around 10°C (50°F), and Ljubljana fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Wroclaw usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ljubljana during autumn. Wroclaw gets 108 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. In October, Wroclaw usually receives less rain than Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWroclaw 10°C (50°F)Ljubljana 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Ljubljana in the Winter?
Both Ljubljana and Wroclaw during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Ljubljana for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Ljubljana can be very cold during winter. Wroclaw can get quite cold in the winter. Wroclaw is much colder than Ljubljana in the winter. The daily temperature in Wroclaw averages around -1°C (30°F) in January, and Ljubljana fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).
In the winter, Wroclaw often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 47 hours of full sun.
Wroclaw usually gets less rain in January than Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWroclaw -1°C (30°F)Ljubljana 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Ljubljana in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Wroclaw and Ljubljana. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Ljubljana because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Wroclaw is cooler than Ljubljana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wroclaw in April average around 9°C (48°F), and Ljubljana averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Wroclaw usually receives less sunshine than Ljubljana during spring. Wroclaw gets 142 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
Ljubljana receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Wroclaw usually receives less rain than Ljubljana. Wroclaw gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWroclaw 9°C (48°F)Ljubljana 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Ljubljana and Wroclaw
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (30°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 0°C (33°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 80 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 98 mm (3.8 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
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