Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Zurich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zurich 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 Zurich 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: Zurich or Katowice?
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, 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 dayZurich $268Katowice $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Zurich is $268, while the average daily cost in Katowice is $46. 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 Zurich and Katowice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZurich $170Katowice $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZurich $340Katowice $38
Compare Hotels in Zurich and Katowice
Looking for a hotel in Zurich 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: Zurich Hotel Prices and Katowice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zurich $36Katowice $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Private Transfer From Hotel To Zurich Airport or Vice Versa: $56
- Private One-way Airport Transfer Zurich Airport To/From Zurich: $65
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vals Thermal Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $65
- Noumea Cruise Port to Noumea hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $71
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Badenweiler Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich City Center: $76
- From Zurich Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer To Zurich Hotel: $78
- Private Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich in Business Car: $82
- Private Transfer From Hotel in Zurich To Zurich Airport: $87
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport To Hotel in Zurich: $87
- Private Zurich Transfer: $90
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 Zurich or Katowice?
Prices for flights to both Katowice and Zurich 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 dayZurich $62Katowice $19
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$13
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.Zurich $36Katowice $6.40
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Reading Tour: $5.47
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Zurich Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.42
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.42
- Best of Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English: $7.87
- Fun adventure tour of Outdoor Escape Game: $8.54
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Zürich: Swiss Finance Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- The Dark Side of Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $11
- Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours: $14
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: $54
- 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 dayZurich $29Katowice $5.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $31
- eTukTuk Hot Stone BBQ and Wine Tour Zürich: $129
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 Zurich and Katowice, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive? and Is Katowice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zurich or Katowice?
Zurich has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Katowice. When comparing the sizes of Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich or Katowice in the Summer?
Both Katowice and Zurich are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The music scene and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
Zurich is a little warmer than Katowice in the summer. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 21°C (70°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 Zurich. Zurich usually receives more sunshine than Katowice during summer. Zurich gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 219 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Zurich usually receives more rain than Katowice. Zurich gets 89 mm (3.5 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 JulyZurich 21°C (70°F)Katowice 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Katowice in the Autumn?
Both Katowice and Zurich during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Zurich for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Zurich is a little warmer than Katowice. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zurich in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Katowice averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Zurich often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice. Zurich gets 120 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 128 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in October than Katowice. Zurich gets 70 mm (2.8 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 OctoberZurich 13°C (56°F)Katowice 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Katowice in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zurich and Katowice. Many visitors come to Zurich in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Katowice can be very cold during winter. Zurich can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Zurich is generally much warmer than Katowice. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 3°C (37°F), and Katowice fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Zurich usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice during winter. Zurich gets 55 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 51 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Zurich usually receives more rain than Katowice. Zurich gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZurich 3°C (37°F)Katowice -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Katowice in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zurich as well as Katowice. Most visitors come to Zurich for the natural beauty during these months.
Zurich is a little warmer than Katowice in the spring. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Katowice fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Zurich often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Katowice. Zurich gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 152 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in April than Katowice. Zurich gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZurich 12°C (53°F)Katowice 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Katowice and Zurich
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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