A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ankara vs. Nuremberg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ankara or Nuremberg?

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 Ankara and Nuremberg. 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: Ankara or Nuremberg?

Ankara

Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.

Nuremberg

Located in Bavaria, Nuremberg is the region's second largest city. It is positioned on the banks of the Pegnitz River and the Main-Danube Canal, about 100 miles from Munich. Nuremberg is famous for a handful of things, including gingerbread, Christmas, and the Nuremberg Trials. The old town itself is beautiful, with gothic churches and impressive castles. It has quaint streets lined with beautiful houses and an old world atmosphere.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Germany, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Nuremberg or Ankara?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Nuremberg is $150. 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 Ankara and Nuremberg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ankara $45
    Nuremberg $71
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ankara $90
    Nuremberg $142
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Nuremberg

Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Nuremberg? 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.

Hotels in Ankara


Hotels in Nuremberg


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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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Nuremberg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ankara $29
    Nuremberg $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.03
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $0.12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:

  • Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $48
  • Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $114
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
  • Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $114
  • Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
  • Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $54
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $42
  • Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
  • Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $54
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
  • Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nuremberg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nuremberg:

  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague with Beer Museum : $268
  • Nuremberg to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $274
  • Private Scenic Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing: $292
  • Private Scenic Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing: $259
  • Private Transfer - Nuremberg from Harbor, Airport or Old Town: $95
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg City to Munich City: $207
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg Dock to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel: $234
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich, Door-to-Door: $234
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich, Door-to-Door, English-speaking driver: $256
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing: $280
  • Private Transfer-River Cruise Dock Nuremberg to Munich: Port / Harbor transport : $223

Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Nuremberg?

Prices for flights to both Nuremberg and Ankara 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Ankara $44
    Nuremberg $69
Typical Food Prices in Ankara

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:


  • A Quick Lunch
    $0.28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.

  • Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
  • Baklava Cooking Class: $61

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nuremberg

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nuremberg.

  • Nuremberg Traditional Food Tour: Full Meal and Drinks: $83
  • Nuremberg Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $130
  • Nürnberg City Tour with Traditional Dinner & Beer: $294

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ankara $27
    Nuremberg $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara

Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Underground City
    $0.19

Tours and Activities in Ankara

Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
  • Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $36
  • Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
  • 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
  • Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
  • Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $240
  • Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $249
  • Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280

Tours and Activities in Nuremberg

Here are a few actual costs in Nuremberg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Free Walking Tour: $3.52
  • Walking tour Nuremberg: $3.57
  • Nuremberg Walking Tour: $3.57
  • Nuremberg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.99
  • Nuremberg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
  • Nuremberg Interactive City Tour: $8.33
  • Medieval Dungeons Guided Tour: $12
  • 1-day ticket Germanisches Nationalmuseum: $12
  • Stein: Public guided tour of the "Old Mine" museum: $12
  • City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn: $13
  • City tour through Nuremberg with the little train - Christmas tour: $13
  • Historischer Kunstbunker WWII Art Bunker Tour: $14

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ankara $12
    Nuremberg $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Nuremberg

Also in Nuremberg, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Night Pub Crawl with Shots and Party: $29
  • Pub Crawl 2-Night Pass: $40
  • Nürnberg: Private pub crawl with insider-guide & free shots: $317


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Nuremberg, we can see that Nuremberg is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Nuremberg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nuremberg than you might in Ankara.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Nuremberg Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ankara or Nuremberg?

Ankara has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Nuremberg. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Nuremberg, 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.