Budapest vs Prague: learn which is the best city to travel and live, in this comparison featuring getting around, cost of living, entertainment, real estate, visa and residence permit and language
Are you considering moving and visiting Central Europe? Check this post below featuring our comparison between Prague and Budapest, two of the most iconic cities in Central Europe
Before we get to compare different aspects of both of these cities, let's do a quick overview about each one of these charming European capitals
00:41 Prague: Overview
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, now often referred as Czechia. Its metro area has just short of 2.7 million inhabitants. The Czech economy is one of the fastest growing European countries, and Prague is one of the most visited cities in Europe.
01:01 Budapest: Overview
Budapest is the capital of Hungary, and is slightly larger in its population than Prague. The current population of Budapest is about 3 million inhabitants. Budapest is also one of the most visited cities in Europe, but receives significantly less visitors than Prague.
01:29 Transportation
We will start our comparison analyzing the transportation options to and inside these cities. Considering that both are capital cities and have a somewhat similar size, they are extremely well served in terms of transportation options.
02:25 Cost of Living
Cost of living in one of the most important aspects for anyone considering moving to a new city. Despite the fact that both cities are in the same region of Europe and have similar elements in its economic history, the cost of difference between these two cities is quite significant.
03:28 Entertainment
Comparing both cities in terms of entertainment is really tough. The truth is that both Prague and Budapest are among the best cities in the world for all types of entertainment. May it be for its nightlife or for its restaurants, you will find that both cities are truly amazing.
04:23 Real Estate
Now, let's check how is the real estate market in both of these cities. Both cities are pretty interesting if you want to invest in real estate, but there is one thing you should definitely about the property market in Budapest and Prague.
The truth is, that the Prague real estate market is in much higher demand than the market in the Hungarian capital. These applies to those looking to buy, and also rent properties.
05:25 Visa and Residence Permits
In terms of visas and residence permits, both cities are pretty comparable. Both Hungary and the Czech Republic are full EU members, and also part of the Schengen Area.
06:10 Language
The last aspect we are going to cover in this video is the language. While this might not be important for most visitors, if you want to live for a longer period in one of these cities, learning the language will broaden your opportunities greatly.
07:00 Overall Verdict
Are you considering moving to one of these cities? Leave your thoughts and comments below.
Are you considering moving and visiting Central Europe? Check this post below featuring our comparison between Prague and Budapest, two of the most iconic cities in Central Europe
Before we get to compare different aspects of both of these cities, let's do a quick overview about each one of these charming European capitals
00:41 Prague: Overview
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, now often referred as Czechia. Its metro area has just short of 2.7 million inhabitants. The Czech economy is one of the fastest growing European countries, and Prague is one of the most visited cities in Europe.
01:01 Budapest: Overview
Budapest is the capital of Hungary, and is slightly larger in its population than Prague. The current population of Budapest is about 3 million inhabitants. Budapest is also one of the most visited cities in Europe, but receives significantly less visitors than Prague.
01:29 Transportation
We will start our comparison analyzing the transportation options to and inside these cities. Considering that both are capital cities and have a somewhat similar size, they are extremely well served in terms of transportation options.
02:25 Cost of Living
Cost of living in one of the most important aspects for anyone considering moving to a new city. Despite the fact that both cities are in the same region of Europe and have similar elements in its economic history, the cost of difference between these two cities is quite significant.
03:28 Entertainment
Comparing both cities in terms of entertainment is really tough. The truth is that both Prague and Budapest are among the best cities in the world for all types of entertainment. May it be for its nightlife or for its restaurants, you will find that both cities are truly amazing.
04:23 Real Estate
Now, let's check how is the real estate market in both of these cities. Both cities are pretty interesting if you want to invest in real estate, but there is one thing you should definitely about the property market in Budapest and Prague.
The truth is, that the Prague real estate market is in much higher demand than the market in the Hungarian capital. These applies to those looking to buy, and also rent properties.
05:25 Visa and Residence Permits
In terms of visas and residence permits, both cities are pretty comparable. Both Hungary and the Czech Republic are full EU members, and also part of the Schengen Area.
06:10 Language
The last aspect we are going to cover in this video is the language. While this might not be important for most visitors, if you want to live for a longer period in one of these cities, learning the language will broaden your opportunities greatly.
07:00 Overall Verdict
Are you considering moving to one of these cities? Leave your thoughts and comments below.
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