Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Amsterdam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amsterdam or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Podgorica, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Amsterdam or Podgorica?
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. Amsterdam is most famous for its canals that cross and weave around the city, but it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The historical architecture, scenic bridges, and energetic cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
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 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmsterdam €175Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €175, 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 Amsterdam and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmsterdam €102Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmsterdam €204Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam 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: Amsterdam Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amsterdam €20Podgorica €20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram€3.20
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Renting a Bike€15
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One Hour Canal Cruise€10
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Single Day Transit Pass€2.60
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport€3.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- Train transfer From/To Zaandijk Zaanse Schans: $5.25
- Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Amsterdam: $6.59
- Airport Express Bus Transfer to/from City Center: $7.26
- 1-Way Train Transfer to/from Haarlem: $7.70
- Train Transfer From/To Zandvoort in Amsterdam: $8.37
- Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Utrecht: $12
- Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Leiden: $14
- Madurodam: Train + tram transferring to/from Amsterdam: $17
- Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Rotterdam: $17
- Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days With Airport Transfer: $20
- Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Rotterdam: $22
- Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Eindhoven: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Airport Transfer Podgorica to Budva or Sveti Stefan: $205
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $123
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $212
- Podgorica Airport to Herceg Novi: Private Transfer: $195
- Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $49
- Private Transfer to Budva: $40
- Private transfer to Kotor: $56
- Private transfer to Tivat: $56
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Dubrovnik: $223
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $60
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Podgorica Downtown: $23
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sarajevo: $283
Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Amsterdam 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 dayAmsterdam €43Podgorica €41
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea€6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Food Tour Amsterdam (Tip Based): $5.69
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Jordaan Neighbourhood: $14
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood: $14
- Pizza Cruise with Drinks: $26
- Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Evening Canal Cruise with Pizza and Drinks: $33
- A'DAM Lookout Entry Ticket and Dinner Voucher: $40
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket with A GOLD MENU Hard Rock Dinner: $45
- Food Tour Amsterdam's Jordaan District Self-Guided: $54
- 3 Course Dinner in the Dark: $58
- 3-course dinner party at a secret pop-up restaurant: $63
- Dutch Street Food Tour on Amsterdam Market: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amsterdam €37Podgorica €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum€6.00
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House€17
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Golden Age Canals Walking Tour: $1.12
- Free walking tour of haunted Amsterdam: $1.12
- Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam: $3.35
- Best of Amsterdam City Tour: $3.35
- The Amsterdam Walking Tour 2 hours: $3.40
- Two-hour walking tour of Amsterdam: $3.40
- Amsterdam Spanish Tour 2 Hours: $3.40
- Self Guided Tours Amsterdam With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.40
- Amsterdam 2H Dark History of the City Walking Tour: $3.41
- Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam (CYHIT): $3.41
- Self Guided City Tour in Amsterdam - Amsterdam Tulip: $4.55
- Amsterdam Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.55
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Kayak Rental Adventure through Lake Skadar from Virpazar: $5.68
- Skip the Line Tickets: National Park Biogradska Gora: $7.96
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.53
- Skadar Lake Official - Kayak Tour: $14
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $17
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $17
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $25
- Skadar Lake National Park Boat Tour with Visit in Kom Monastery: $28
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $28
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $28
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $34
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmsterdam €24Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ludwig's Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $0.89
- Amsterdam Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $23
- Breugem Meeting Point: Brewery tour and beer tasting: $23
- City Centre Bar Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $25
- Bar Crawl with Shots and Beer Maid Guide: $26
- Ludwig's Queer Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $26
- Original Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entrance: $26
- Red Light District Pub Crawl with Unlimited Shots: $27
- City Center Bar Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $27
- Amsterdam Private Pub Crawl in the City Center: $29
- Urban Wine Tasting with Optional Bites: $33
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in Urban Winery: $39
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Skadar Lake Private Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $51
- Book Your Wine Tour: $81
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $101
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $111
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $134
- Full Day Private Tour - NP Skadar Lake with Wine Tasting: $182
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $210
- SOUL HEALING Wine Tour Montenegro - BEST PRIVATE TOUR : $222
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Podgorica, we can see that Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Podgorica?
Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amsterdam and Podgorica. The summer months attract visitors to Amsterdam because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Amsterdam is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 17°C (62°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 Amsterdam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amsterdam usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Amsterdam gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amsterdam usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 75 mm (3 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 JulyAmsterdam 17°C (62°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amsterdam as well as Podgorica. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Amsterdam this time of year.
Amsterdam is much colder than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amsterdam averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In the autumn, Amsterdam often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Amsterdam usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 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 OctoberAmsterdam 11°C (51°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Amsterdam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Amsterdam for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Amsterdam. In the winter, Amsterdam is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amsterdam in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Amsterdam usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Amsterdam gets 46 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, Amsterdam usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 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 JanuaryAmsterdam 2°C (36°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Amsterdam during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Amsterdam in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Amsterdam is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 8°C (46°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Amsterdam often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 166 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. Amsterdam usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Amsterdam gets 52 mm (2 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 AprilAmsterdam 8°C (46°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Amsterdam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.