Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alicante and Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Podgorica?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Alicante and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Podgorica? 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Alicante Airport(ALC) to Alicante City: Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Alicante to Alicante Airport (ALC)- Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer - Alicante Cruise Port to Alicante Airport (ALC): $39
- Private Transfer - Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante Cruise Port: $39
- Private Transfer: Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante: $47
- Roundtrip Transfer Airport-Hotel in Alicante cars of up to 8 passengers: $55
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Monforte del Cid: $55
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gran Alacant: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to San Vicente del Raspeig: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Arenales del Sol: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to El Plantio Golf Resort: $63
- Private Transfer from El Plantio Golf Resort to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72Podgorica €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Podgorica €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour of Alicante Bullring & Bullfighting Museum with Audioguide: $9.81
- Tour de historias y leyendas del Castillo de Santa Bárbara: $13
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour: $31
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- City. Discover Alicante by E-Bike & walking tour: $32
- Calas and Beaches E-Bike Tour with Snorkeling: $32
- City and Beach Bike Tour: $32
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise: $34
- Highlights Bike Tour: $34
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Podgorica, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Podgorica?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Podgorica, 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 Alicante or Podgorica?
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 Alicante or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Podgorica. The beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In July, Alicante is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 25°C (77°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during summer. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Alicante usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Podgorica. Many travelers come to Alicante for the shopping scene.
Alicante is a little warmer than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In the autumn, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Alicante usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Alicante in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Alicante is much warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alicante in January average around 11°C (52°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In January, Alicante usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Alicante during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Alicante for the beaches during these months.
In April, Alicante is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 16°C (60°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the spring, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alicante usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Alicante
| Alicante | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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