Travelers planning to go to Central Europe often look at Prague and Budapest.

places you really ought to visit. Both Spoleto and Assisi are full of history.

It’s famous for its architecture and its cultural activities are very lively. One thing we might want to ask

A popular question among travelers is: “Is Prague more expensive than Budapest?” In this blog I will explain

After that, we’ll investigate what adds to the cost of living in each city.

set a reasonable amount to put towards your travel budget.

1. Accommodation

Staying in a hotel or other type of accommodation is a big part of what you spend when you travel. We should examine the difference between average.

average costs for a double room in Prague and Budapest.

Where to stay Prague Budapest

Budget (Hostel) €10-€30 €10-€25

Ranked as a Mid-Range Hotel (3-star), the cost is around €40-€70 or €30-€60.

It costs between €80 and €250 to stay in a Luxury Hotel (5-star).

As you can tell, the average costs for accommodation are normally reduced in

How Budapest is different from Prague. Prices might be different based on the

Things like location, the season and other elements. It is smart to verify

use a number of booking platforms to look for the best prices.

2. Catering

Trying the local dishes is a necessary experience while traveling. For example, consider

a more detailed look at what you can expect to pay for food and drinks in both Prague and

Budapest.

Place Prague Budapest

Eating a meal at an affordable restaurant €5-€8 €4-€6

Having dinner for two at a mid-range restaurant can be between €25 and €40 which is €20-€35 at other locations.

You can get domestic beer (0.5L) for €1-€2.

0.036-0.073 per ounce €1.50-€3 €1-€2

It’s possible to get quality food for less money in Prague and Budapest.

options. You can get meals that cost little or you can spend more for something nicer

restaurants. Trying out Street Food Market and experimenting with international flavors is a

this helps you enjoy local customs and keep your spending down.

3. Transportation

Travelling in a new place is very important, so let’s see how they fare on this front.

transportation costs in each city, Prague and Budapest.

Buses and trains link Prague to Budapest.

Selling cost for single bus, metro or train ticket €1-€2 €1-€2

A 24-hour public transport pass costs €4-€6.

The cost of a taxi trip (per kilometer) is between €0.80 and €1.50.

You can use modern public transportation in both places.

All three have buses – sometimes with wifi and USB charging ports available. Using public transport is both cheap and simple.

helping you get around the cities without trouble. There are taxis as well, but

the rate is often higher when going farther.

4. Sightseeing and seeing the city’s attractions

Prague and Budapest are renowned for their sites from the past, museums and

attractions. It would be useful to look at how much some popular activities cost in each country

cities.

The Czech Republic is active in Prague, Hungary is active in Budapest.

Entrance to Prague Castle is €10.

Charles Bridge Museum costs €4 (student) or €5 (adult).

The tour of Parliament Building N/A €10

Prices for sightseeing can fluctuate, though they tend to be quite the same.

in both cities. Know that some of the sights give discounts to people.

Many venues have student or senior discounts which is why asking is wise.

about discounts for long periods.

Conclusion

Is living in Prague more expensive than living in Budapest? It’s not hard to see that Prague

accommodation and meal prices may be a bit higher in places like these.

the cost difference between them is not major. Prague and

Budapest is worth every penny, especially when you look after your finances.

either city can be experienced with plenty to do at inexpensive prices.

Your decision between Prague and Budapest may depend on yours

your own choices, the places you want to visit and the activities you

What you hope to have in your life. Choose which city you want and always aim to discover its key areas.

Try local meals, visit the neighborhoods and discover why they are special represeting the town.

the historical and cultural backgrounds both cities share.