Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Skyros?
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 Skyros or Cologne?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Skyros or Cologne, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Skyros or Cologne?
Skyros
Nestled in the Aegean Sea, Skyros is the largest and least explored island of the Sporades archipelago. With its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich cultural heritage, Skyros offers a unique Greek island experience away from the crowds. While Skyros is generally more affordable than popular Greek islands, smart planning can help stretch your budget further. Local accommodations can be found for low prices if you look in the right places. To save on meals, opt for local tavernas away from the main tourist areas. Many offer daily specials that are both delicious and affordable. The area around Molos Beach is known for its reasonably priced eateries.
Cologne
Spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, the city of Cologne dates back 2,000 years, once existing as the largest city of the Holy Roman Empire in medieval times. Today, it is the region's cultural hub - a center of museums, galleries, and towering Gothic cathedrals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Greece, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Luxury Tours to Germany, and The Best Budget Tours to Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkyros €263Cologne €197
The average daily cost (per person) in Skyros is €263, while the average daily cost in Cologne is €197. 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 Skyros and Cologne in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkyros €106Cologne €91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkyros €212Cologne €182
Compare Hotels in Skyros and Cologne
Looking for a hotel in Skyros or Cologne? 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: Cologne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skyros €34Cologne €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cologne:
- Arrival Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Sedan: $72
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $78
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $155
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cologne hotels - Round-trip Private Transfer : $167
- Cologne CGN Airpot to Köln | Bonn | Dusseldorf Private Transfer: $42
- Cologne Bonn CGN Airport to Hotels Private Transfer: $37
- Departure Private Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne by Car: $72
- Private Limousine Transfer from Cologne Airport to Cologne City: $108
- Transfer from Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Luxury Car: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Skyros or Cologne?
Prices for flights to both Cologne and Skyros 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 daySkyros €132Cologne €87
Typical Food Prices in Cologne
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cologne:
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Dinner€14
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Donner Kebab€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cologne.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Cologne With Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skyros €34Cologne €20
Tours and Activities in Cologne
Here are a few actual costs in Cologne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking tour of The essential and unmissable: $3.57
- The Dark Side of the Dom Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Cathedral tour audio guide with mobile app: $4.92
- Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App : $6.93
- Aachen Cathedral tour with audioguide on mobile app: $6.93
- Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral: $8.35
- Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkyros €24Cologne €23
Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cologne:
- Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer: $21
- Informative and fun brewery tour in German, public: $23
- Pub Crawl Cologne Including Admission Fee for Bars and Shots: $24
- Public brewery tour in Cologne in English: $24
- Public brewery tour in German in Cologne: $24
- Brewery tour in Cologne including a variety of tastings: $29
- South Cologne Walking Tour with brewery visit: $29
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Cologne - Shots and Party!: $30
- Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings: $32
- Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer: $33
- Kölsch Brewery Tour with 3 Beers Included: $33
- The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour: $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skyros and Cologne, we can see that Skyros is more expensive. And not only is Cologne much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cologne would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cologne 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 Skyros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Skyros than you might in Cologne.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skyros Expensive? and Is Cologne Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skyros or Cologne?
Cologne has a larger population, and is about 560 times larger than the population of Skyros. When comparing the sizes of Skyros and Cologne, 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.