A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Toulouse vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Toulouse or Gdansk?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Toulouse and Gdansk 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: Toulouse or Gdansk?

Toulouse

Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Toulouse?

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 Toulouse is €153, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €66. 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 Toulouse and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Toulouse 66
    Gdansk 25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Toulouse 132
    Gdansk 50
Compare Hotels in Toulouse and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Toulouse or Gdansk? 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 Toulouse


Hotels in Gdansk


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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: Toulouse Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Toulouse 41
    Gdansk 8.06

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse

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

  • Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $51
  • Departure Transfer Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS by Car or Van: $51
  • Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $96
  • Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $56

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $357
  • Aiport Gdansk Transfer to Malbork Castle or Stutthof : $298
  • Private transfer from Gdansk to Warsaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $293
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Grudziadz city: $287
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Łeba city: $282
  • Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk to Slupsk: $281
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Bydgoszcz: $263
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Olsztyn: $263
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $239
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN to Kwidzyn: $221
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Lębork city: $209
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Elbląg city: $209

Is it cheaper to fly into Toulouse or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Toulouse 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
    Toulouse 62
    Gdansk 34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse

For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $73
  • Guided Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks: $78
  • Toulouse Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better: $114
  • Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $135

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $100
  • Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
  • Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
  • Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Toulouse 15
    Gdansk 7.68

Tours and Activities in Toulouse

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.

  • Toulouse Old Town Treasure Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
  • Toulouse Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
  • Toulouse Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
  • Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide à télécharger: $12
  • Great Monuments of Toulouse - English walking tour: $15
  • Toulouse and its monuments - guided walking tour in Spanish: $15
  • Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $18
  • City Sightseeing Tour by Bus with Audio Guide: $19
  • Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Age of Enlightenment: $24
  • Toulouse : Must-see Walking Tour: $41
  • Toulouse Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide: $42
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $55

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 hour Gdansk Amber Workshop Tour : $239
  • 6 Hours Teutonic Castle Tour in Malbork : $250
  • Beer Tour. Tasting and Tales in Gdansk: $79
  • Boat Tour in Gdańsk – Explore the Historic Motława River: $35
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $19
  • Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $88
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $127
  • Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.97
  • Electric Scooter Gdańsk: Shipyard Tour - 1,5-Hour of Magic!: $71
  • Extraordinary day tour to Kaszuby region with Poland By Locals: $281
  • From Gdansk Malbork Castle Guided Tour with Hotel Pick Up: $108

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Toulouse 7.50
    Gdansk 4.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Toulouse

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:

  • Gaillac Wine Tour Small Group Half Day Tour From Toulouse: $108
  • Gaillac Small Group Wine Tour from Toulouse: $149
  • Toulouse : Cheese & wine tasting workshop with a cheesemaker: $529
  • From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $583

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $26
  • Polish Spirits tasting in Gdańsk Craft Distillery tawern: $37
  • #1 Pub Crawl in Sopot: $44
  • Exclusive Gdańsk Wine Tour with Polish Wine Tastings: $96


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toulouse and Gdansk, we can see that Toulouse is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse than you might in Gdansk.

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


Which is Bigger, Toulouse or Gdansk?

Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 7% larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Toulouse and Gdansk, 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 Toulouse or Gdansk?

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 Toulouse or Gdansk in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Toulouse as well as Gdansk. Most visitors come to Toulouse for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Toulouse is a little warmer than Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Toulouse averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gdansk. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Toulouse this time of the year. In the summer, Toulouse often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.

Toulouse usually gets less rain in July than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Toulouse 22°C (72°F) 
    Gdansk 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Toulouse or Gdansk in the Autumn?

Both Gdansk and Toulouse are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Toulouse is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Toulouse in October average around 15°C (60°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).

Toulouse usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Toulouse gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Toulouse usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Toulouse 15°C (60°F) 
    Gdansk 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Toulouse or Gdansk in the Winter?

Both Gdansk and Toulouse during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Gdansk. In January, Toulouse is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Toulouse average around 6°C (44°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).

In the winter, Toulouse often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 88 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.

Toulouse usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Toulouse 6°C (44°F) 
    Gdansk -2°C (28°F)

Should I visit Toulouse or Gdansk in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Toulouse and Gdansk. Many travelers come to Toulouse for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

Toulouse is much warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Toulouse averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

Toulouse usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Toulouse gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Toulouse usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Toulouse gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Toulouse 12°C (54°F) 
    Gdansk 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Gdansk and Toulouse

Toulouse Gdansk
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (44°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) -2°C (28°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) -2°C (28°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 10°C (49°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 12°C (54°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 16°C (60°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 19°C (67°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jul 22°C (72°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 22°C (71°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 20°C (67°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 15°C (60°F) 52 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 10°C (50°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 2°C (36°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)