A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kefalonia vs. Katowice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kefalonia or Katowice?

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 Kefalonia and Katowice. 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: Kefalonia or Katowice?

Kefalonia

With its dramatic landscapes, picturesque villages, and endless sandy beaches, Kefalonia offers a quintessential Greek island experience away from the crowds. This stunning Ionian gem has something for everyone, from outdoor adventurers to history buffs to beach bums. Kefalonia provides excellent value compared to some of Greece's more popular islands like Santorini or Mykonos. Hotels are not as expensive, and budget-friendly options are common. Eating at casual tavernas or buying fresh produce from local markets can keep food costs very reasonable, too.

Katowice

Katowice is a city east of Krakow, in the Silesian province of southern Poland. A large dome crowns the Cathedral of Christ the King, built between 1927 and 1955. The adjacent Archdiocesan Museum exhibits Silesian sacred art. The ultramodern Silesian Museum features several glass structures on the site of a former coal mine. It exhibits Polish art and chronicles the history of Upper Silesia. Historically, Katowice is a product of the 19th-century industrial boom, but it only became a city in the interwar period. After WWII, at the height of the Stalinist cult craze, the city was renamed Stalinogrod, but reverted to its old name soon after Comrade Joe died in 1953. Katowice has few significant historical monuments, but it's a major commercial and cultural center and holds sufficient attractions to make it worth a stop.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Kefalonia?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Kefalonia Prices
    Greece Prices
    Katowice Prices
    Poland Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Kefalonia 294
    Katowice 57

The average daily cost (per person) in Kefalonia is €294, while the average daily cost in Katowice is €57. 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 Kefalonia and Katowice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kefalonia 120
    Katowice 18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kefalonia 240
    Katowice 36
Compare Hotels in Kefalonia and Katowice

Looking for a hotel in Kefalonia or Katowice? 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 Kefalonia


Hotels in Katowice


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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: Kefalonia Hotel Prices and Katowice Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kefalonia 53
    Katowice 12

Is it cheaper to fly into Kefalonia or Katowice?

Prices for flights to both Katowice and Kefalonia 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
    Kefalonia 140
    Katowice 32

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kefalonia 33
    Katowice 6.05

Tours and Activities in Katowice

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Katowice are as follows:

  • Auschwitz & Birkenau Live Guide Tour Entrance Ticket: $33
  • Auschwitz-Birkenau: Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $54
  • Krakow City Premium Pass and Cultural Experiences: $178

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kefalonia 22
    Katowice 5.38


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kefalonia and Katowice, we can see that Kefalonia is more expensive. And not only is Katowice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Katowice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Katowice 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 Kefalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kefalonia than you might in Katowice.

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