Which place is cheaper, David or Cologne?
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 Cologne or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cologne or David? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cologne or David?
Cologne
Spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, the city of Cologne dates back 2,000 years, once existing as the largest city of the Holy Roman Empire in medieval times. Today, it is the region's cultural hub - a center of museums, galleries, and towering Gothic cathedrals.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Germany, The Best Budget Tours to Germany, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Cologne Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCologne €197David €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Cologne is €197, while the average daily cost in David is €33. 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 Cologne and David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCologne €91David €11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCologne €182David €22
Compare Hotels in Cologne and David
Looking for a hotel in Cologne or David? 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: Cologne Hotel Prices and David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cologne €19David €10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cologne:
- Cologne Bonn CGN Airport to Hotels Private Transfer: $37
- Cologne CGN Airpot to Köln | Bonn | Dusseldorf Private Transfer: $42
- Departure Private Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne by Car: $72
- Arrival Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Sedan: $72
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $78
- Transfer from Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Luxury Car: $91
- Private Limousine Transfer from Cologne Airport to Cologne City: $108
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $155
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cologne hotels - Round-trip Private Transfer : $167
Is it cheaper to fly into Cologne or David?
Prices for flights to both David and Cologne 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 dayCologne €87David €15
Typical Food Prices in Cologne
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cologne:
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Dinner€14
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Donner Kebab€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cologne.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Cologne With Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cologne €20David €3.73
Tours and Activities in Cologne
Here are a few actual costs in Cologne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking tour of The essential and unmissable: $3.57
- The Dark Side of the Dom Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Cathedral tour audio guide with mobile app: $4.92
- Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App : $6.93
- Aachen Cathedral tour with audioguide on mobile app: $6.93
- Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral: $8.35
- Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCologne €23David -
Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cologne:
- Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer: $21
- Informative and fun brewery tour in German, public: $23
- Pub Crawl Cologne Including Admission Fee for Bars and Shots: $24
- Public brewery tour in Cologne in English: $24
- Public brewery tour in German in Cologne: $24
- Brewery tour in Cologne including a variety of tastings: $29
- South Cologne Walking Tour with brewery visit: $29
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Cologne - Shots and Party!: $30
- Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings: $32
- Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer: $33
- Kölsch Brewery Tour with 3 Beers Included: $33
- The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour: $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cologne and David, we can see that Cologne is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cologne is in Europe and David is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 Cologne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cologne than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cologne Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cologne or David?
Cologne has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of David. When comparing the sizes of Cologne and David, 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.