A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Prague vs. Bled for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Prague or Bled?

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 Prague and Bled. 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: Prague or Bled?

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.

Bled

Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.


Which place is cheaper, Bled or Prague?

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 Prague is $147, while the average daily cost in Bled is $146. 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 Prague and Bled in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Prague $77
    Bled $65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Prague $154
    Bled $130
Compare Hotels in Prague and Bled

Looking for a hotel in Prague or Bled? 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 Prague


Hotels in Bled


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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: Prague Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Prague $9.25
    Bled $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:

  • VIP Private Transfer from Prague Hotel to Prague Airport: $66
  • Transfers and driving tours in Prague and Czech Republic : $60
  • Transfer from or to Prague Airport and City Center 1–6 passengers: $52
  • Transfer from Vaclav Airport (PRG) to Prague City Center: $26
  • Transfer from Prague to Karlovy Vary: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing : $141
  • Transfer from Prague to Dresden: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $209
  • Transfer from Prague to Cesky Krumlov with 2h in Hluboka : $151
  • Transfer from Prague Hotel to Airport Prague: $84
  • Transfer from Prague City Center to Vaclav Airport (PRG): $26
  • Terezin Tour Including Admission Ticket and Transfer & Audio: $71
  • Tandem Skydiving in Prague - Tandem Jump with transfers!: $281
  • Scenic Private Transfer from Passau to Prague in a Sanitized Car: $287

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled

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

  • Bohinj Lake: Convenient Transfer to/from Bled Central: $22
  • Get a Transfer for you, Family, Group of Cyclists, hikers-around Julian Alps: $24
  • Private Taxi Transfer from Bled to Ljubljana Airport (Brnik): $137
  • Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $149
  • Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $181
  • Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $225

Is it cheaper to fly into Prague or Bled?

Prices for flights to both Bled and Prague 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
    Prague $51
    Bled $57
Typical Food Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:


  • Fruit
    $4.84
  • Lunch for One
    $15
  • Bananas
    $0.68
  • Cookies
    $0.38

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Prague $18
    Bled $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:


  • Opera Tickets
    $4.84
  • Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower
    $6.77
  • Image Theatre for Two
    $46

Tours and Activities in Prague

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:

  • Live Virtual Tour of Prague: $63
  • Private Prague City Tour with Pick Up : $286
  • "Best of Prague" Customised Private Full Day Tour : $250
  • 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $20
  • 1 hour Prague Sightseeing tour using Vintage Car for 1- 6 persons: $191
  • 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $239
  • 1,5-Hour Prague Magical Segway Tour: $74
  • 1,5-Hour Prague Monasteries Segway Tour : $74
  • 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $78
  • 1.5h Prague E-Scooter Panoramic Tour small-group with PragueWay: $62
  • 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $155
  • 2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague: $29

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Rafting
    $109

Tours and Activities in Bled

For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Rent of Ski Touring Equipment: $30
  • Bled Castle Skip the Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide: $32
  • Lake Bled Express Walking Tour – Small Group, Free Cancellation: $42
  • Lake Bled Guided Walking Tour with Cream Cake: $42
  • Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $53
  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $58
  • Vintgar Gorge Best Experience and Food Tasting: $59
  • Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $60
  • Vintgar Gorge Best Experience with Tasting (Self guided): $60
  • 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $64
  • Sava River Pack-Rafting Tour: $76

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Prague $13
    Bled $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:


  • A Bottle of Wine
    $7.69

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

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:


  • Bottle of Champagne
    $21

Sample the Local Flavors in Bled

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:

  • Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $35
  • Wine Tasting Bled with a sommelier: $68
  • 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $69


When comparing the travel costs between Prague and Bled, we can see that Prague is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which is Bigger, Prague or Bled?

Prague has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Prague and Bled, 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 Prague or Bled?

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 Prague or Bled in the Summer?

Both Bled and Prague during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Prague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Prague is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Prague average around 19°C (66°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In Bled, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Prague. In the summer, Prague often gets less sunshine than Bled. Prague gets 216 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.

Prague usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Bled. Prague gets 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Prague 19°C (66°F) 
    Bled 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Prague or Bled in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Prague and Bled. The autumn months attract visitors to Prague because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Prague is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Prague averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

Prague usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Prague gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Prague usually receives less rain than Bled. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Prague 11°C (52°F) 
    Bled 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Prague or Bled in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Prague as well as Bled. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Prague this time of year.

It's quite cold in Prague in the winter. In the winter, Prague is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Prague in January average around 1°C (33°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Prague often gets less sunshine than Bled. Prague gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.

Prague usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Prague 1°C (33°F) 
    Bled 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Prague or Bled in the Spring?

Both Bled and Prague are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Prague for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In April, Prague is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Prague average around 10°C (49°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

Prague usually receives less sunshine than Bled during spring. Prague gets 145 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Prague usually receives less rain than Bled. Prague gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Prague 10°C (49°F) 
    Bled 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Bled and Prague

Prague Bled
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 2°C (35°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 6°C (42°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 9°C (49°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Apr 10°C (49°F) 51 mm (2 in) 13°C (56°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
May 14°C (57°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 76 mm (3 in) 22°C (71°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 70 mm (2.7 in) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 16°C (60°F) 52 mm (2.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Oct 11°C (52°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 16°C (60°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 10°C (51°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 6°C (44°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)