Which place is cheaper, Prague or Lesbos?
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 Lesbos or Prague?
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 Lesbos and Prague. 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: Lesbos or Prague?
Lesbos
Lesbos, the third-largest Greek island, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, rich history, and authentic Greek culture. Visiting Lesbos doesn't have to break the bank. Budget accommodations can be found for as low as €25-40 per night in the off-season and €40-60 during peak months. For affordable meals, seek out local tavernas away from tourist hotspots. The villages of Petra and Molyvos offer authentic dining experiences at reasonable prices, and many tavernas provide daily specials ("mezedes") that are both delicious and economical.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLesbos €276Prague €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Lesbos is €276, while the average daily cost in Prague is €125. 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 Lesbos and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLesbos €117Prague €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLesbos €234Prague €132
Compare Hotels in Lesbos and Prague
Looking for a hotel in Lesbos or Prague? 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: Lesbos Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lesbos €61Prague €7.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- VIP Private Transfer from Prague Airport to Hotel in Prague: $72
- 1.5h Small Group Segway Tour & Free Taxi Transfer ️with PragueWay: $73
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $56
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $61
- Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Car: $70
- Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $61
- Budapest: Private transfer to Prague or Prague to Budapest: $429
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $56
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $61
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Prague Airport: $72
- Prague Airport (PRG) to Karlovy Vary - Arrival Private Transfer : $167
- Prague Airport Private Departure Transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Lesbos or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Lesbos 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 dayLesbos €119Prague €43
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit€4.12
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Lunch for One€12
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Bananas€0.58
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Cookies€0.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $63
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $69
- African Dinner, Party and Pub-crawl : $72
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $72
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $74
- Small-Group Local Pubs Walking Tour And Traditional Czech Dinner: $74
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $76
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $82
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $85
- Medieval Dinner Show Castle and Brewery Tour with Hotel pick up: $102
- Mozart Concert and Dinner in Prague: $118
- Prague by Night: Drinks & Food Tour with Eating Europe: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lesbos €37Prague €16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets€4.12
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower€5.76
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Image Theatre for Two€40
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Prague Panoramic Views Live Guided Tour on Trike, eBike, eScooter: $3.57
- Prague Trike & e-Scooter Tour: Castle Viewpoints & Charles Bridge: $3.57
- Self Guided Tours Prague With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Prague Sightseeing Express Tour in Classic Car : $3.57
- Retro Style E-Bike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.57
- Prague on Stylish Retro styled E-Bike - Viewpoints & Sightseeing : $3.57
- Scenic Panoramic views e-Scooter/ eBike Guided Tour of Prague: $3.57
- Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague : $3.57
- Electric Trike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.57
- Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter: $3.57
- Electric Trike Tour in Prague - City Sightseeing & Fun Riding : $3.57
- Iconic Prague Tour Old Town, Jewish Quarter and Charles Bridge : $3.58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLesbos €23Prague €11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine€6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl - with free unlimited drinks and cocktails : $45
- Prague - Private Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer and Local Guide: $47
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $62
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $62
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $65
- PUB CRAWL IN PRAGUE | Admission Ticket: $66
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $75
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl in Prague: $82
- Wine Tasting and History Prague : $96
- Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour : $114
- 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $131
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $142
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lesbos and Prague, we can see that Lesbos is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague 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 Lesbos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lesbos than you might in Prague.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lesbos Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lesbos or Prague?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 670 times larger than the population of Lesbos. When comparing the sizes of Lesbos and Prague, 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.