Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?
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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Berlin?
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Located in northeast Romania, Cluj-Napoca is the capital of the Transylvania region and one of the nation's most-visited cities. Many visitors come to experience the modern Transylvanian university culture, admire historic churches and other landmarks, see fortress ruins, and visit museums.
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 Adventure Tours to Romania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $110Berlin $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $110, 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $54Berlin $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $108Berlin $150
Compare Hotels in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Hotel Prices and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $15Berlin $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Private Transfer Cluj Napoca Airport: $30
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:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Berlin Airport BER to Berlin City by Luxury Van: $165
- Arrival Private Transfer from Berlin Airport BER to Berlin City in Business Car: $159
- Arrival Private Transfer from Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Car: $165
- Arrival Transfer: Berlin Airport BER to Berlin in Business Car: $118
- Arrival Transfer: Berlin Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Van: $130
- Berlin Airport (BER) to Berlin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $163
- Berlin Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Arrival Private Transfer : $120
- Berlin Private Airport/Hotels Transfer Service | English Speaking: $163
- Berlin Private Transfer from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City centre: $110
- Berlin Private Transfer to/from Berlin Brandenburg Airport: $57
- Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) - Departure Transfer: $81
- Berlin to Prague Private Transfer: $587
Is it cheaper to fly into Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $47Berlin $105
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.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $8.51Berlin $26
Tours and Activities in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few actual costs in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- CJ04 -Maramureș Adventure: Tradition, Folk Art, and Scenic Beauty: $161
- CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE: $107
- Cluj Comunism Walking Tour : $60
- Cluj Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide: $54
- Cluj-Napoca Walking City Tour: $63
- Cluj-Napoca: 2.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Curly Tour - Day trip from Cluj :): $119
- Evening Culinary Experience in Rimetea (5h, from Cluj): $113
- Jewish Heritage Tour in Cluj: $60
- Local Tour of Cluj by Electric Bike: $54
- Night Tour in Hoia Baciu Forest: $129
- Private Hiking OR Climbing Experience in beaufitul gorges: $107
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.
- Rude Walking Tour: $3.52
- Self Guided Tours Berlin With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Rude Bastards tour of Medieval Berlin: $3.58
- Berlin Third Reich Walking Tour: $4.78
- Berlin Highlights Walking Tour: $4.78
- Berlin's Museum Island: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Ku'damm Couture and Currywurst: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $5.96
- The Dönerkebab's History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Third Reich Quest Experience in Berlin: $7.16
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Berlin's Jewish Quarter: $7.99
- Berlin Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $7.27Berlin $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Pub Crawl in Cluj: $29
- Sibiu & wine tasting (1 day, from Cluj): $137
- Sighisoara & wine tasting (1 day, from Cluj): $161
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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar. When comparing the sizes of Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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.
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.