A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lesbos vs. Warsaw for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lesbos or Warsaw?

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 Warsaw. 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 Warsaw?

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.

Warsaw

Warsaw is the capital city of Poland. It has a population of 1.7 million, making it the country's largest city. Located on the Vistula River, it is a popular tourist destination for its interesting architecture and culture. The right bank of the river was the first area to become populated in the 9th or 10 century. Today, however, the city's central district is on the left bank of the river. The Old Town, where you will find many sights and attractions, is fully contained within the city center.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Warsaw or Lesbos?

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 Lesbos is €276, while the average daily cost in Warsaw is €106. 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 Warsaw in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lesbos 117
    Warsaw 48
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lesbos 234
    Warsaw 96
Compare Hotels in Lesbos and Warsaw

Looking for a hotel in Lesbos or Warsaw? 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 Lesbos


Hotels in Warsaw


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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 Warsaw Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lesbos 61
    Warsaw 4.34

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Warsaw

Also for Warsaw, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Warsaw Outdoor Paintball with Transfers (all year round): $103
  • Airport Transfer: Warsaw Airport WAW to Warsaw by Luxury Car: $94
  • Airport Transfer: Warsaw Airport WAW to Warsaw by Luxury Van: $76
  • Airport Transfer: Warsaw to Warsaw Airport WAW by Business Car: $68
  • Airport Transfer: Warsaw to Warsaw Airport WAW by Luxury Van: $80
  • Arrival Transfer: Warsaw Airport WAW to Warsaw by Business Car: $72
  • CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Warsaw Airport WAW to Warsaw : $81
  • Departure Transfer: Warsaw to Chopin Airport WAW by Van: $78
  • First class Warsaw Airport Transfer (WAW): $161
  • Limousine Transfer: Warsaw Chopin Airport to City Center: $429
  • Luxury Warsaw Chopin Airport Transfer by private Limousine: $72
  • Premium Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) Private Transfer: $174

Is it cheaper to fly into Lesbos or Warsaw?

Prices for flights to both Warsaw 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Lesbos 119
    Warsaw 44

Typical Food Prices in Warsaw

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Warsaw:


  • Dinner for Two
    12
  • Lunch for Two
    9.85

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Warsaw

For Warsaw, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Lunch or dinner at Hard Rock Cafe with Skip-the-Line: $33
  • Traditional Pierogi Dinner with Beer: $36
  • Polish Dumplings Cooking Class: $74
  • Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $76
  • The Art of Pierogi Making - Warsaw cooking class dumplings: $86
  • Polish Food Tour: $92
  • Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Adrian: $93
  • Half-Day Polish Food Walking Tour with Guide and Dinner: $94
  • Warsaw Food Tour with Local Guide: $113
  • 4-Hour Polish Food Tour: $115
  • Taste of Poland - Old Town food tour and guided walk in one: $115
  • Dinner Show at Sabat Theatre: $115

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lesbos 37
    Warsaw 6.62

Tours and Activities in Warsaw

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Warsaw.

  • Warsaw Old Town UNESCO HERITAGE walking tour in English: $5.49
  • Warsaw’s Muranów: Jewish Heritage Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
  • Warsaw Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.68
  • Walking Audio Tour of Wilanów Palace Grounds: $7.99
  • Self Guided Legends and Uprisings Walking Tour of Warsaw: $8.09
  • Warsaw Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
  • Warsaw Old Town Highlights Walking Tour | max. 15 people : $9.56
  • Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $9.89
  • Warsaw's Old Town A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • Warsaw at War 1939-1945: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • The Legacy of the Last King: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • Ticket pass to the world of fairy tales and adventures : $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lesbos 23
    Warsaw 9.84

Sample the Local Flavors in Warsaw

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Warsaw:

  • Pub Crawl with Optional 1-Hour Open Bar: $25
  • The Original Pub Crawl: $25
  • Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $188
  • Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $190


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lesbos and Warsaw, we can see that Lesbos is more expensive. And not only is Warsaw much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Warsaw would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Warsaw 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 Warsaw.

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


Which is Bigger, Lesbos or Warsaw?

Warsaw has a larger population, and is about 990 times larger than the population of Lesbos. When comparing the sizes of Lesbos and Warsaw, 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.