Which place is cheaper, Cesky Krumlov or Nice?
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 Nice or Cesky Krumlov?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nice and Cesky Krumlov 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: Nice or Cesky Krumlov?
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
Cesky Krumlov
Cesky Krumlov is a beautiful town located in Southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It sits along the Vltava River and is home to just over 13,000 residents. The town has many Baroque buildings as well as many pleasant cafes, restaurants and bars. It also has the second largest castle in the Czech Republic, and a beautiful old town square. The town remains very similar to how it was in the 18th century. Many of the buildings are well maintained, and many have been restored to their original beauty. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, and has become a very popular tourist destination. During the summer months tourists may outnumber the local population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €169Cesky Krumlov €76
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €169, while the average daily cost in Cesky Krumlov is €76. 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 Nice and Cesky Krumlov in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €61Cesky Krumlov €36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €122Cesky Krumlov €72
Compare Hotels in Nice and Cesky Krumlov
Looking for a hotel in Nice or Cesky Krumlov? 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: Nice Hotel Prices and Cesky Krumlov Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €23Cesky Krumlov €2.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- transfert Nice aéroport /Fréjus /Saint Raphaël: $176
- Transfer: Nice City Center to Côte d'Azur Airport(NCE): $44
- Transfer from Nice Airport to Villefranche Port: $60
- Transfer from Antibes to Nice Airport : $215
- Transfer Nice Côte d'Azur Airport: $102
- Transfer Nice Airport to Cannes, Mónaco or Cap d Antibes by Sedan: $113
- Transfer Nice Airport: $119
- Transfer - Nice city> Nice Airport: $108
- Transfer - Nice Airport> Nice city: $108
- Transfer - Nice Airport> Monaco: $299
- Private transfer from and to Cannes: $96
- Private transfer from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer: $66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cesky Krumlov
Also for Cesky Krumlov, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Hallstatt with 2 hours for sightseeing: $161
- Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague, English-speaking driver: $167
- Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $171
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Cesky Krumlov?
Prices for flights to both Cesky Krumlov and Nice 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 dayNice €85Cesky Krumlov €37
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee€2.50
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Strawberries€4.00
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Loaf of Bread€3.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Food Tour in Local Flavors & Niçoise Specialties: $59
- Exclusive Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - small groups: $60
- Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $91
- Nice Food Tour: Food Tastings & Local Wine Experience in Nice: $96
- Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide: $105
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $106
- Secret Food Tour: Nice: $109
- Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $112
- Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $114
- 3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera: $117
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $137
- Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $143
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cesky Krumlov
For Cesky Krumlov, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3h Who is Czech Jezisek? All-in Xmas Tour with Festive Dinner: $165
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nice €12Cesky Krumlov €6.40
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $78
- Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $82
- Èze Medieval Village Tour with your Certified Guide: $44
- Èze: Private Village Guided Walking Tour: $256
- 1/2 day tour; Monaco and Eze guided tour, sightseeing: $84
- 2 Hour Walking Tour in the Old Town of Antibes: $30
- 2 Hours Shared Nice City Walking Tour: $5.97
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Monaco with a certified guide: $55
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Discover Nice and its Heights: $298
- 7 Hills of Nice E-bike Tour with Local Guide: $118
- A Self-Guided Tour Of Nice The UNESCO Heritage City: $9.99
- All-Inclusive Culinary and History Tour of Old Nice with a Local: $155
Tours and Activities in Cesky Krumlov
For Cesky Krumlov, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cesky Krumlov Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $9.51
- Český Krumlov Free Tour: $21
- Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area: $83
- Český Krumlov Private Walking Tour: $93
- Private Night tour of Český Krumlov: $93
- Český Krumlov 20th century tour: $93
- Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour: $101
- 3h Royal Castle Tour: Interior, Garden Pralines, Coffee & Dessert: $154
- 3h Jewish Tour: Synagogue Interior, Castle, Gingerbread & Snaps: $154
- Touristic highlights of Český Krumlov on a Private half day tour with a local: $183
- Private tour of best of Český Krumlov - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $183
- City tour in Krumau - 1,5 h with German-speaking guide: $190
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17Cesky Krumlov €3.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Distillery Day Tour: $11
- 4 Bars Party Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entry & 5 Free Shots: $23
- 4 Bars & 1 Club Fun Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots: $24
- Bar Crawl in Nice the Ultimate Experience with night club: $24
- Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people: $27
- Spirits Tasting at the Distillery Le Vadrouilleur: $29
- St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry: $29
- Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks: $35
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting within Nice city borders: $39
- Nice Visit DE Distillery and Tasting DE Local Spirits: $42
- Discover our terroirs and enjoy a cheese and wine tasting: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Cesky Krumlov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cesky Krumlov:
- 3h Krumlov Beer Tour: Brewery Excursion, Pubs, Beer & Food: $154
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nice and Cesky Krumlov, we can see that Nice is more expensive. And not only is Cesky Krumlov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cesky Krumlov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cesky Krumlov 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice than you might in Cesky Krumlov.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nice Expensive? and Is Cesky Krumlov Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Cesky Krumlov?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cesky Krumlov. When comparing the sizes of Nice and Cesky Krumlov, 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.
When is the best time to visit Nice or Cesky Krumlov?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Nice or Cesky Krumlov in the Summer?
Both Cesky Krumlov and Nice during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Nice for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Nice is generally a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 23°C (73°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Nice usually gets less rain in July than Cesky Krumlov. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNice 23°C (73°F)Cesky Krumlov 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Nice or Cesky Krumlov in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and Cesky Krumlov. The autumn months attract visitors to Nice because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Nice is much warmer than Cesky Krumlov in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Nice gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nice usually receives more rain than Cesky Krumlov. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNice 17°C (63°F)Cesky Krumlov 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Nice or Cesky Krumlov in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nice as well as Cesky Krumlov. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Cesky Krumlov. In the winter, Nice is much warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nice in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Cesky Krumlov averages at about -0°C (31°F).
Nice usually gets more rain in January than Cesky Krumlov. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNice 9°C (48°F)Cesky Krumlov -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Nice or Cesky Krumlov in the Spring?
Both Cesky Krumlov and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Nice is generally a little warmer than Cesky Krumlov. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 13°C (56°F), and Cesky Krumlov fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In April, Nice usually receives more rain than Cesky Krumlov. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cesky Krumlov receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNice 13°C (56°F)Cesky Krumlov 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Cesky Krumlov and Nice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
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