Comparison
Budapest or Kraków? Which to choose for a group trip
Budapest or Kraków: budget, best time and vibe side by side, to decide with your group where to go.
| Budapest | Kraków | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇭🇺 Hungary | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Budget | €€€budget.1 | €€€budget.1 |
| Best time | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, December | May–Sep, December |
| Vibe | CultureNightlifeRelax | CultureFood & WineNightlife |
Which one?
- Pick Budapest if your group is after relaxing. The best time to go is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, December.
- Pick Kraków if your group is after good food and wine. The best time to go is May–Sep, December.
Still split? Put both in a trip on Roamie: everyone gives their points and, if needed, the wheel decides.
Budapest
Hungary
Historic baths to share, the ruin bars of the Jewish Quarter and Parliament lit up on the Danube. Prices below most European capitals.
- Best time
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, December
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
CultureNightlifeRelaxFrom the guide Long weekends in Europe: 6 cities to visit with friends
Kraków
Poland
One of Europe's largest medieval squares, the Kazimierz district full of bars, and Polish food at honest prices. It is also the base for visiting the Wieliczka salt mine.
- Best time
- May–Sep, December
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
CultureFood & WineNightlifeFrom the guide Long weekends in Europe: 6 cities to visit with friends
General, indicative information: seasons, prices and conditions change, so always check before you go.