Which place is cheaper, Bled or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Athens or Bled?
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 Athens and Bled. 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: Athens or Bled?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, 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 dayAthens €154Bled €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €154, while the average daily cost in Bled is €125. 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 Athens and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Athens and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Bled? 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Bled €34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VipTransfer From /To Athens Airport - Lavrio Port : $227
- Vip Transfer From /To Athens Center - Athens Airport : $239
- VIP VAN Athens Airport Transfer 1 - 8 persons: $155
- VIP Transfer from Athens Airport to City Center Hotel: $179
- VIP Ferry Ticket From Piraeus Port To Santorini & Private Transfer Included: $274
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Athens HTL-APT (ATH): $63
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Athens APT-HTL (ATH): $63
- Transfers and Guided Tours in all over Greece, sightseeing and Private hire!!: $108
- Transfer services everywhere in Mykonos with Jeep Renegade: $60
- Transfer from/to Piraeus Port and Athens International Airport: $149
- Transfer from Santorini Airport&Port all destination except OIA up to 4 customer: $105
- Transfer from RAFINA PORT to ATHENS&PIRAEUS , up to 7 customers: $191
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $225
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $181
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $149
- Private Taxi Transfer from Bled to Ljubljana Airport (Brnik): $137
- Get a Transfer for you, Family, Group of Cyclists, hikers-around Julian Alps: $24
- Bohinj Lake: Convenient Transfer to/from Bled Central: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Athens 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 dayAthens €64Bled €49
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Athens Greek Wedding Party Dinner Show with Acropolis Views: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $51
- Cooking Class at Diamond Roof Garden: $66
- The Bizarre Food Tour of Athens: $78
- Koukaki Food Tour with a Local Friend: $78
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $81
- Athens Walking Food Tour with Visit to Varvakios Central Market: $82
- Eat like an Athenian food tour of Athens: $82
- Traditional Cooking Classes incl. Drinks: $82
- Taste of Athens Small-Group Food Tour: $84
- Athens Evening Food Tour: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Acropolis/Athens Highlights Private Evening Tour (5 hours) from Athens, Piraeus: $161
- Apostle Paul's missionary journys in Athens Private Tour 4Hours: $157
- Athens Gems & Charms for the First Time Cruise Passengers: $94
- Island Swimming Day Cruise—DJ, Lunch & Drinks incl.: $154
- Best Food Tasting Tour of Athens, taste 18+ iconic Greek foods! : $93
- Mycenae Epidaurus Nafplio Isthmus Canal Private Luxury Tour : $239
- Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full-Day V.R audio guided Tour: $28
- Olive Oil Tasting Farm Experience, Corinth Canal, Nafplio: $186
- Private Full Day Tour in Delphi: $219
- Private Luxury Tour: Athens Riviera & The Temple of Poseidon: $155
- Traditional Villages Full day Tour in Santorini: $65
- "Athens Highlights Tour : Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and more.": $179
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting€93
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $167
- 4 hours Fratarica Canyoning Adventure: $125
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $190
- Adventure Day: Rafting and Canyoning: $174
- Bled Castle Skip the Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide: $32
- Bled eBike Tour: $116
- Bled eBike Tour : $118
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $129
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $64
- City Highlights Tour with Hiking & Bled Cream Cake: $158
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $257
- Europe's Longest Zipline Adventure over Dolinka River: $111
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Bled €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Greek Honey Tasting Experience at our Old Distillery: $14
- Polykala Distillery: 128 years of history & liqueur tasting.: $17
- The NightCrawlers | Athens Bar Hopping | Pub Crawl: $19
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $19
- Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Athens, Greece: $25
- Experience Ouzo Tasting at Athens Oldest Distillery: $26
- Athens Ultimate Bar Crawl: $48
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $59
- Greek Wine Tasting with Acropolis view: $59
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $59
- Acropolis Private Wine Tasting @ Finewine store : $67
- Greek food and wine tasting: $71
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne€18
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $35
- Wine Tasting Bled with a sommelier: $68
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Bled, we can see that Athens is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Athens would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Athens than you might in Bled.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Athens Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Bled?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Athens and Bled, 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 Athens or Bled?
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 Athens or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Bled. Most visitors come to Athens for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Athens is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Athens in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Bled averages at about 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bled this time of the year. In Athens, it's very sunny this time of the year. Athens usually receives more sunshine than Bled during summer. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Athens usually receives less rain than Bled. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Athens or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Athens as well as Bled. The autumn months attract visitors to Athens because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Athens is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 19°C (67°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Athens this time of the year. In the autumn, Athens often gets more sunshine than Bled. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Athens or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
Athens is much warmer than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Athens usually receives more sunshine than Bled during winter. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Athens usually receives less rain than Bled. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Athens or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Athens during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Athens for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Athens is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Athens in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Athens. In the spring, Athens often gets more sunshine than Bled. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Athens
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.