Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Bodrum?
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 Bodrum or Berlin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Berlin can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Berlin?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $86Berlin $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $86, while the average daily cost in Berlin is $205. 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 Bodrum and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $38Berlin $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $76Berlin $150
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Berlin? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $19Berlin $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer from Bodrum airport to Kusadasi: $300
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $221
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $191
- Bodrum Akyarlar Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $137
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $125
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Marmaris Hotels: $119
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $119
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yaliciftlik Hotels: $114
- Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) to Bodrum Round-Trip Private Transfer: $110
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Ortakent Hotels: $108
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Gundogan Hotels: $108
- Off-Road Jeep Safari Tour in Bodrum with Lunch & Transfer: $102
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.64
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Bahn Ticket$3.52
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Short Taxi Ride$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Berlin to Prague Private Transfer: $587
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Round Trip Private Transfer Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin by Business Car: $299
- Private Transfer, Berlin to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing, 8 pax: $299
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $293
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $288
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Meissen Porcelain Manufactory stop: $286
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Prague, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $269
- Transfer from Berlin Schönefeld Airport (SXF) to Berlin city Hotels - ROUND TRIP: $239
- Private Transfer from Berlin Hotels to Berlin Airport: $190
- Arrival Private Transfer from Berlin Airport BER to Berlin City by Luxury Van: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $33Berlin $105
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Local Home: $70
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $114
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $143
- Market Visit and Cooking Class: $152
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $191
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $202
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $209
- Sunset Boat Trip including Dinner: $239
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $243
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Optional Dinner: $388
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $410
- Private Sunset Yacht Tour with light Dinner: $528
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.87
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Turkish Sandwich$2.35
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Currywurst$2.35
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2 Pho Noodles$11
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$70
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Mauer Park (2)$13
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Coffees at Impala$9.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $39
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $53
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $84
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better : $85
- Vegan and Gluten-Free Dinner Experience: $88
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $92
- Street Food Tour with 10 Tastings: $93
- Berlin 3-Course Dinner Cruise: $93
- Vegetarian Berlin Food Tour Global Flavors in Alexanderplatz: $93
- True Berlin Street Food Tour – Global Flavors in Alexanderplatz: $98
- Berlin Street Food Tour by Bike: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $25Berlin $26
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Boat Tour to Orak Island: $33
- Private Bodrum City Tour for Cruisers: $75
- Ölüdeniz: Blue Cave, Butterfly Valley & Lunch Boat Tour: $62
- Bibical Gems of Ephesus Tour from Yalıkavak Marina or Bodrum Port: $149
- Boattrip to Bodrum Maledives for Virgin Cruise Passengers: $41
- Bodrum Aquapark Entry Ticket : $55
- Bodrum Aquarium Bay Tour with Lunch & Swimming Stops: $37
- Bodrum Atv Safari Tour: $64
- Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands: $28
- Bodrum City Tour : Lunch Guide Entry fees included: $217
- Bodrum Cleopatra & Orak Island Mix Tour by Boat: $36
- Bodrum Fullday Private Tour with Licenced Guide & Dlx Van: $190
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$23
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- Berlin German Spy Museum Ticket & Digital City Tour: $55
- Private Berlin Rickshaw and guide most essensial (Guests Cruise): $179
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Bus Tour in English from Berlin: $72
- "Inside Berlin" East meets West - Food & Culture Tour: $216
- 1-Hour River Cruise with Tour Guide. Bilingual (Ger/Engl): $23
- 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $54
- 1-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise Through Historic City Center: $26
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $66
- Albert Einstein in Berlin Private Guided Tour: $184
- All-in-One Berlin Highlights on Foot: Private Walking Tour: $210
- Alternative Berlin Bike Tour - Off the Beaten Tracks in Small Groups: $43
- Alternative tour of Berlin in Spanish: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $11Berlin $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bodrum
Also in Bodrum, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Looms & Vines: Turkish Rug Heritage and Boutique Wine Tasting: $180
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Berlin Pub Crawl: $24
- Original Pub Crawl Berlin: $24
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Berlin Shots and Party: $30
- Beer hike in Berlin Experience brewery and craft beer: $66
- Showgirls of Burlesque Show: $76
- Culinary Journey and Wine Tasting in Kerstin's Wine Kitchen: $78
- New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl with Open Bar in Berlin: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Berlin, 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 Bodrum or Berlin?
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 Bodrum or Berlin in the Summer?
Both Berlin and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Berlin in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Berlin fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Berlin. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Berlin in the Autumn?
Both Berlin and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
In the autumn, Bodrum is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Berlin averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Berlin. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Berlin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Berlin. Furthermore, many travelers come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Berlin. In January, Bodrum is generally much warmer than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Berlin fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Berlin. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Berlin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Berlin. Additionally, many visitors come to Berlin in the spring for the activities around the city.
Bodrum is much warmer than Berlin in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Berlin fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Berlin. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 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.