Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ankara or Zagreb?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Zagreb. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Zagreb?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Ankara Prices
Turkey PricesZagreb Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $98Zagreb $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $98, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is $103. 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 Ankara and Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $40Zagreb $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $80Zagreb $112
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Zagreb? 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $26Zagreb $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers: $56
- Ankara Airport Transfer: Ankara by Private Luxury Vehicle: $63
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $110
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $110
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $52
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $41
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $52
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Airport Zagreb Transfer and Shuttle: $104
- Budapest: Private transfer to Zagreb or Zagreb to Budapest: $553
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Zagreb Airport ZAG /Zagreb City: $72
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Zagreb City to Zagreb Train/Bus Station: $51
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Zagreb Train/Bus Station to Zagreb City: $51
- Croatia Private Airport Transfer: $93
- From Sarajevo: 1-Way Transfer to Zagreb or opposite: $408
- From Split: Transfer to Zagreb with Stop at Plitvice Lakes: $162
- From Plitvice Lakes Round-Trip Comfort Bus Transfer: $16
- From Private Transfer to Ljubljana and Lake Bled: $1,050
- From Transfer to Split & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour: $162
- Guided transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes stop: $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $39Zagreb $33
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Baklava Cooking Class: $61
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $70
- Sustainable Home Cooking Class in Ankara: $85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $83
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $92
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac Market Visit: $156
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $24Zagreb $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.17
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Secrets of Ankara Exploration Game Tour: $23
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $34
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $35
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Ankara Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $39
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $185
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $232
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $300
- Full Day Cappadocia Private Tour: $300
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Crobites - Zagreb's first free gastro tour: $3.50
- Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket: $8.17
- Cravaticum - Museum of The Cravat Entry Ticket: $11
- Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships: $11
- TOP Zagreb : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $12
- Travel Experience Museum Ticket in Zagreb: $13
- Travel Experience Museum Entry Ticket: $13
- Experience old town Zagreb: $14
- Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $14
- Experience Museum of Hangovers in Zagreb: $16
- VR 3D Immersive Film Experience - Voucher: $16
- Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $10Zagreb $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $109
- WINE TASTING near Zagreb - drink and eat as much as you can!: $139
- Japetić Viewpoint Hike & Plešivica Wine Tasting: $151
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $175
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $193
- Plesivica Region Wine Tasting Half-day Tour: $259
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $267
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $290
- From Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $292
When comparing the travel costs between Ankara and Zagreb, we can see that Zagreb is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Zagreb?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Zagreb. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Zagreb, 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.
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.