Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Plovdiv?
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 Plovdiv or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Plovdiv and Poznan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Poznan?
Plovdiv
Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlovdiv $105Poznan $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Plovdiv is $105, while the average daily cost in Poznan is $47. 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 Plovdiv and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlovdiv $48Poznan $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlovdiv $96Poznan $38
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Poznan? 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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Plovdiv $24Poznan $4.72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv
Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $208
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $113
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Borovets: $113
- Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $107
- Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $107
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Pamporovo: $98
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora: $95
- Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $75
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań VAN V-Class or Similar: $179
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $143
- Private Transfer to/from Warszawa: $371
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $69
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Plovdiv 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 dayPlovdiv $40Poznan $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- POLISH KITCHEN Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + vodka: $69
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Plovdiv $17Poznan $5.31
Tours and Activities in Plovdiv
For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Superb Buggy Adventure: $213
- 3-Day Monastery Tour: Rila, Bachkovo & Rozhen from Sofia: $351
- Audio Guide for All Haskovo & Kardjali Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $23
- Audio Guide for All Rhodope Mountain Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $46
- Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $95
- Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $107
- Day Tour from PLOVDIV - Thracian civilization & wine traditions: $184
- Day Tour from Nature & forgotten village experiences: $158
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Rhodope Mountains to a Beautiful Canyon View: $119
- Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $102
- Food Walk Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour: $42
- Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $42
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- 2 Hour Poznan Highlights Tour: $52
- Captivating Corners of Poznan – Private Walking Tour: $246
- Goats, Croissants and Poznan's Culture Struggles: An Audio Tour: $8.99
- Highlights of Poznań Private 2 Hour Tour with a local Guide: $79
- Historic Exclusive Private Tour with a Local: $191
- Love in the Air: A Magical Private Tour of Poznan: $246
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $26
- Poznan 3 Hour E-Bike Tour : $60
- Poznan Christmas Spirit: A Magical Private Walking Tour: $297
- Poznan From Polan Tribe to World War II Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $123
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $151
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlovdiv $11Poznan $3.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:
- Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $23
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Plovdiv : $27
- Food and Wine Tour: $60
- Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $107
- Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $118
- Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting: $183
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Plovdiv and Poznan, we can see that Plovdiv is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Plovdiv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plovdiv than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Plovdiv Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Plovdiv. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Poznan, 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.