A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kitzbuhel vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kitzbuhel or Gdansk?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Kitzbuhel or Gdansk? 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: Kitzbuhel or Gdansk?

Kitzbuhel

An internationally renowned ski resort, Kitzbuhel is a part of one of the largest ski regions in Austria. Located about halfway between Innsbruck and Salzburg, the town is surrounded by the Kitzbuhler Alpen, which reach over 2,000 meters. The rugged terrain is a great location for skiing in the winter as well as hiking in the summer.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Christmas Market Tours in Austria, The Best Bicycle Tours in Austria, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Kitzbuhel?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Kitzbuhel is €214, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €66. 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 Kitzbuhel and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kitzbuhel 89
    Gdansk 25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kitzbuhel 178
    Gdansk 50
Compare Hotels in Kitzbuhel and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Kitzbuhel or Gdansk? 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 Kitzbuhel


Hotels in Gdansk


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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: Kitzbuhel Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kitzbuhel 69
    Gdansk 8.06

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $357
  • Private transfer from Gdansk to Warsaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $293
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Grudziadz city: $287
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Koszalin: $287
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Hel City: $268
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Bydgoszcz: $263
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Bytów city: $250
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN to Leba: $240
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $240
  • Transfer from Airport Gdańsk (GDN) or Gdańsk City Center to Koszalin: $231
  • Private transfer from Airport Gdansk to Sand Valley Golf Resort: $228
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Starogard Gdanski city: $198

Is it cheaper to fly into Kitzbuhel or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Kitzbuhel 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
    Kitzbuhel 83
    Gdansk 34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $101
  • Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
  • Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
  • Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $191
  • Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $194

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kitzbuhel 34
    Gdansk 7.68

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 hour Gdansk Amber Workshop Tour : $240
  • 90 Minute Segway Tour of Gdansk: $74
  • Beer Tour. Tasting and Tales in Gdansk: $79
  • Boat Tour in Gdańsk – Explore the Historic Motława River: $35
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River: $20
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $20
  • Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $89
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $127
  • Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.99
  • Elblag Canal Tour from Gdansk: $210
  • Electric Scooter Gdańsk: Shipyard Tour - 1,5-Hour of Magic!: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kitzbuhel 11
    Gdansk 4.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $26
  • Polish Spirits tasting in Gdańsk Craft Distillery tawern: $37
  • #1 Pub Crawl in Sopot: $44
  • Exclusive Gdańsk Wine Tour with Polish Wine Tastings: $96


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

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


Which is Bigger, Kitzbuhel or Gdansk?

Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Kitzbuhel. When comparing the sizes of Kitzbuhel and Gdansk, 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.