Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Gdansk?
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 Vilnius and Gdansk. 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: Vilnius or Gdansk?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Vilnius Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €121Gdansk €66
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €121, 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 Vilnius and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Gdansk €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Gdansk €50
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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.
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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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.05Gdansk €8.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk APT-HTL (GDN): $34
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdansk city: $54
- Private Transfer from Pruszcz Gdański to Gdansk (GDN) Airport: $59
- Gdansk Airport: Private Transfer to Gdansk, Sopot, or Gdynia: $59
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $60
- Private transfer from Gdansk Railway Station to Gdansk Area: $66
- Private Transfer from Gdynia Cruise Port to Gdansk Airport (GDN): $68
- Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to Gdynia Cruise Port: $68
- Gdansk Airport Transfers : $69
- CO2-OffsetArrival Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City: $72
- Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Kolbudy: $72
- Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Kartuzy: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €67Gdansk €34
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
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: $101
- Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
- Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $191
- Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $194
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Gdansk €7.68
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.46
- Vilnius History and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Virtual reality movie - experience I AM LITHUANIA: $18
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self Guided Legends and Liberty Gdansk Old Town Tour: $5.54
- Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.99
- Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $20
- Cruises on the Motlawa River: $20
- Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $22
- Gdansk Guided City Cruise on Historical Polish Boat: $23
- Sunset on the Shipyard and Old Town Evening Cruise: $24
- Sopot Walking Tour: $26
- Main Town Gdańsk Walking Tour: $26
- Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
- Gdańsk: City Sightseeing Tour by Buggy/Golf Cart LIVE GUIDED 1H: $34
- GDANSK City Tour by Golf Cart Live Guide & City Sightseeing 60min: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.23Gdansk €4.48
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
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 Vilnius and Gdansk, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Gdansk?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 17% larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Gdansk?
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 Vilnius or Gdansk in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Gdansk. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Vilnius is around the same temperature as Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. In Vilnius, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Gdansk. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Vilnius is generally around the same temperature as Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Gdansk in the Winter?
Both Gdansk and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Gdansk in the winter. The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. Vilnius is much colder than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Vilnius during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
In the spring, Vilnius is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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