Which place is cheaper, Salzburg or Lemnos?
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 Lemnos or Salzburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Lemnos and Salzburg 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: Lemnos or Salzburg?
Lemnos
Lemnos, a serene island in the northern Aegean Sea, is a hidden gem offering rich history, stunning landscapes, and a warm welcome to all travelers. Known for its tranquility and unspoiled charm, Lemnos is perfect for those seeking a genuine Greek island experience without the crowds. Traveling to Lemnos on a budget is entirely feasible as the island offers a range of affordable accommodations, local dining options, and numerous free or low-cost activities.
Salzburg
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLemnos €265Salzburg €185
The average daily cost (per person) in Lemnos is €265, while the average daily cost in Salzburg is €185. 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 Lemnos and Salzburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLemnos €110Salzburg €91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLemnos €220Salzburg €182
Compare Hotels in Lemnos and Salzburg
Looking for a hotel in Lemnos or Salzburg? 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: Lemnos Hotel Prices and Salzburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lemnos €53Salzburg €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salzburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:
- Arrival Private Transfers: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Business Car: $99
- Arrival Private Transfers: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Luxury Van: $102
- Departure Private Transfers: Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Business Car: $99
- From Salzburg to Munich Airport- Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $275
- Hallstatt daytrip: Transfer to Hallstatt + Salzburg and back: $523
- Private Salzburg transfer : $239
- Private Transfer From Salzburg To Innsbruck, English Speaking Driver : $287
- Private Transfer From Salzburg To Kitzbuhel, English Speaking Driver : $201
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Salzburg, English Speaking Driver: $201
- Private Transfer Salzburg → Munich, Hotel-to-Hotel, English-speaking driver: $275
- Private Transfer between Salzburg Airport and Salzburg City: $72
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Munich With 2h of Sightseeing: $275
Is it cheaper to fly into Lemnos or Salzburg?
Prices for flights to both Salzburg and Lemnos 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 dayLemnos €120Salzburg €71
Typical Food Prices in Salzburg
Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:
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Lunch Salad€9.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.
- Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $69
- Salzburg Christmas Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Lesson: $69
- Apple Strudel & Prezel Cooking Class incl. Dinner & Music: $94
- Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart and Advent/Christmas Concert with Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $102
- Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $129
- Sound of Music Tour with Edelweiss Cooking Class in Salzburg: $149
- Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $153
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lemnos €37Salzburg €30
Tours and Activities in Salzburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Salzburg are as follows:
- Salzburg Self Guided Audio Tour with Options: $3.57
- Salzburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.78
- Mozart's Salzburg Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Zell am See Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Salzburg Uncovered: Your Self Guided Adventure: $8.35
- A taste of An audio tour through the birthplace of Mozart: $12
- Sightseeing with the Sound of Music: A Salzburg Audio Tour: $12
- Stiegl Brauwelt Museum ticket: $17
- Fun & mobile puzzle rally tour in Mozart's footsteps through Salzburg: $26
- Fun & mobile puzzle rally tour through Salzburg: $31
- Salzburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour : $36
- Salzburg Old Town Walking Tour, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLemnos €22Salzburg €26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:
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Beer€3.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salzburg:
- Private Austrian Wine Tasting with a Pro-Sommelière: $203
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lemnos and Salzburg, we can see that Lemnos is more expensive. And not only is Salzburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Salzburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salzburg 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 Lemnos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lemnos than you might in Salzburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lemnos Expensive? and Is Salzburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lemnos or Salzburg?
Salzburg has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Lemnos. When comparing the sizes of Lemnos and Salzburg, 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.