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

Should you visit Aqaba or Nuremberg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Nuremberg, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Aqaba or Nuremberg?

Aqaba

Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.

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 Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Germany, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Nuremberg or Aqaba?

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 Aqaba is $157, 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 Aqaba and Nuremberg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aqaba $59
    Nuremberg $71
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aqaba $118
    Nuremberg $142
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Nuremberg

Looking for a hotel in Aqaba 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 Aqaba


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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Nuremberg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aqaba $24
    Nuremberg $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:

  • Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $59
  • Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
  • Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $88
  • Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba : $35
  • Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra : $90
  • Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) to Petra Private Transfer: $140
  • Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
  • Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum: $60
  • Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
  • Private Beach, Pools, Snorkeling & Boat Trip,Transfer: $66
  • Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
  • Private Transfer to Petra with Wi-Fi and Water: $191

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 Aqaba or Nuremberg?

Prices for flights to both Nuremberg and Aqaba 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
    Aqaba $73
    Nuremberg $69

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba

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

  • Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
  • Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
  • 4h Jeep Tour + Bedouin Night (Dinner & Breakfast): $61
  • Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $84
  • Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $111
  • Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
  • From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
  • Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
  • Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425

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.
    Aqaba $54
    Nuremberg $12

Tours and Activities in Aqaba

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

  • Sightseeing Bike Rental in Aqaba: $7.00
  • Turgut camp with tour: $15
  • Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
  • Wadi Rum Jeep Tours - Full Day Jeep Tour: $24
  • 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $30
  • 4 Hour Jeep Tour Wadi Rum Nature Desert morning or sunset: $30
  • Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
  • Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
  • Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $30
  • Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
  • Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
  • Wadi Rum: Explorer Jeep Tour PASS + Local Food + Optional Stay: $38

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
    Aqaba $9.07
    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 comparing the travel costs between Aqaba and Nuremberg, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Aqaba is in Middle East and Nuremberg is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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


Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Nuremberg?

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


When is the best time to visit Aqaba or Nuremberg?

Nuremberg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Aqaba or Nuremberg in the Summer?

Both Nuremberg and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Nuremberg for the family-friendly experiences.

It's very hot in Aqaba this time of the year. Aqaba is much warmer than Nuremberg in the summer. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Nuremberg fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

It's quite sunny in Nuremberg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Nuremberg during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Nuremberg receives 236 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Aqaba 33°C (91°F) 
    Nuremberg 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Aqaba or Nuremberg in the Autumn?

Both Nuremberg and Aqaba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Nuremberg in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Aqaba is much warmer than Nuremberg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aqaba in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Nuremberg averages at about 12°C (53°F).

It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nuremberg receives 122 hours of full sun.

Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Aqaba 26°C (79°F) 
    Nuremberg 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Aqaba or Nuremberg in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Nuremberg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nuremberg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Nuremberg can be very cold during winter. In January, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Nuremberg. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 14°C (57°F), and Nuremberg fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).

In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Nuremberg during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Nuremberg receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Aqaba 14°C (57°F) 
    Nuremberg 1°C (34°F)

Should I visit Aqaba or Nuremberg in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Nuremberg. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Nuremberg because of the natural beauty.

Aqaba is much warmer than Nuremberg in the spring. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Nuremberg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nuremberg receives 166 hours of full sun.

Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Nuremberg. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Aqaba 24°C (75°F) 
    Nuremberg 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Nuremberg and Aqaba

Aqaba Nuremberg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 1°C (34°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Feb 16°C (61°F) 1 mm (0 in) 3°C (37°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 1 mm (0 in) 6°C (43°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Apr 24°C (75°F) 1 mm (0 in) 10°C (50°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 15°C (59°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Jun 31°C (88°F) 0 mm (0 in) 18°C (65°F) 75 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 33°C (91°F) 0 mm (0 in) 20°C (68°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 33°C (91°F) 0 mm (0 in) 20°C (68°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 31°C (88°F) 0 mm (0 in) 16°C (62°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 1 mm (0 in) 12°C (53°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 6°C (43°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)


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