Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Sigulda?
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 Sigulda or Hamburg?
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 Sigulda and Hamburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sigulda or Hamburg?
Sigulda
Only 50 kilometers from Riga, Sigulda can be reached by either train or bus. The town is pleasantly situated in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia in the beautiful Gauja Valley. The area is quite scenic with steep banks and cliffs, and has earned itself the title as the "Switzerland of Latvia." Don't put too much emphasis on this name, but it is a pleasant area to explore, particularly if you're looking to get outside of the city and immerse yourself in some pristine wilderness.
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySigulda €29Hamburg €142
The average daily cost (per person) in Sigulda is €29, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is €142. 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 Sigulda and Hamburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSigulda €16Hamburg €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSigulda €32Hamburg €108
Compare Hotels in Sigulda and Hamburg
Looking for a hotel in Sigulda or Hamburg? 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: Sigulda Hotel Prices and Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sigulda -Hamburg €29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sigulda
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sigulda:
- Thrilling Summer Bobsleigh Adventure & Round Transfer: $95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg hotels to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $204
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Business Car: $110
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Car: $160
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Van: $118
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $100
- Arrival Transfer: Airport HAM to Hamburg by Business Car: $106
- Arrival Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Luxury Van: $118
- Departure Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Van: $118
- Hamburg :Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $128
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Hamburg - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $249
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Port - Arrival Transfer: $204
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Private Transfer to Hamburg hotels: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Sigulda or Hamburg?
Prices for flights to both Hamburg and Sigulda 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 daySigulda €14Hamburg €60
Typical Food Prices in Sigulda
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sigulda:
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Pastry€1.85
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St George's Culinary Food Tour: $53
- Sternschanze kulinarisch: Die Food Tour: $53
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $53
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Hamburg Traditional Food Tour: Full Meal and Drinks: $90
- Hamburg Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $109
- Hamburg Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better : $130
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $529
- The Wilhelmsburg Food Tour: $529
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sigulda -Hamburg €39
Tours and Activities in Sigulda
Here are a few actual costs in Sigulda for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Riga: Private Sigulda, Turaida, and Gauja National Park Tour: $129
- FreeFall Flight: Aerodium Wind Tunnel Experience Latvia: $198
- Cēsis, Līgatne & Sigulda Tour: Must-see Highlights: $281
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- NAIPO Relax Lounge Innovative Massage Experience: $1.19
- Free tour: Centro Histórico. Tú decides el precio al final: $1.41
- Free Tour: Port, Red Light District and Beatles. You decide how much to pay at the end: $1.73
- Guided tour of Hamburg's Speicherstadt – warehouses, free port, and duty-free zone: $2.35
- Guided tour of Hamburg's UNESCO World Heritage Site – Warehouses & Cathedrals of Trade: $2.35
- Freewalking Tour Hamburg St.Georg Dreams, diversity and tolerance: $3.57
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.57
- Spicy's Gewürzmuseum Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $7.05
- Bucerius Kunst Forum: Exhibition ticket Sean Scully: $7.05
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Hamburg's Port History: $7.99
- FC ST. PAULI-MUSEUM Entrance Ticket: $8.22
- RICKMER RICKMERS Museum Entry Ticket: $8.22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySigulda -Hamburg €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Sigulda
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sigulda:
- Latvian Brewery Visit & Sigulda City Tour (Full day tour): $211
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $24
- Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $24
- Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $29
- Pub Crawl Hamburg - Ladies Night: $30
- Pub Crawl - Drink & Dare: $30
- Reeperbahn Pub Crawl with Shots and Games: $35
- Hamburg Pub Crawl with Free Welcome Drinks and Club Entry: $36
- Reeperbahn pub crawl with insider-guide & shots: $317
- Bachelor party Pub crawl & party for your bachelor party: $423
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sigulda and Hamburg, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Sigulda much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sigulda would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sigulda 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Sigulda.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sigulda Expensive? and Is Hamburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sigulda or Hamburg?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 170 times larger than the population of Sigulda. When comparing the sizes of Sigulda and Hamburg, 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 Sigulda or Hamburg?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Sigulda or Hamburg in the Summer?
Both Hamburg and Sigulda are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the music scene and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
In July, Sigulda is generally around the same temperature as Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 17°C (63°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In July, Sigulda usually receives around the same amount of rain as Hamburg. Sigulda gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySigulda 17°C (63°F)Hamburg 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Hamburg in the Autumn?
Both Hamburg and Sigulda during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Sigulda is cooler than Hamburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sigulda averages around 7°C (45°F) in October, and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Sigulda usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Hamburg. Sigulda gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSigulda 7°C (45°F)Hamburg 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Hamburg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sigulda and Hamburg. Furthermore, many visitors come to Hamburg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Hamburg can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Sigulda. In the winter, Sigulda is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sigulda in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Hamburg averages at about 0°C (33°F).
In January, Sigulda usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Sigulda gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySigulda -5°C (23°F)Hamburg 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Sigulda or Hamburg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sigulda as well as Hamburg. Additionally, most visitors come to Hamburg for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Sigulda is generally cooler than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 5°C (42°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Sigulda usually gets less rain in April than Hamburg. Sigulda gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSigulda 5°C (42°F)Hamburg 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Hamburg and Sigulda
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (24°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | -0°C (31°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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