Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Avignon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Avignon or Mostar?
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 Avignon and Mostar. 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: Avignon or Mostar?
Avignon
Avignon is a beautiful medieval walled city southeast of Paris. Often referred to as the City of Popes due to the large number of popes who have resided there over the years, Avignon boasts a wonderful history of art and culture. Located on the leafy banks of the Rhone, it is probably best-known these days for the children's song - Sur le pont d'Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city's Unesco-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. And nearby Chateauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city's intact ramparts and pedestrianized center lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each summer, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d'Avignon. History surrounds you, sharing its secrets as you roam Avignon's quiet, shaded, cobblestone streets. Decorated with gorgeous fountains, avenues and squares, although Avignon is quite a big township, you'll see that this beautiful walled city still maintains its small town charm.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAvignon €700Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Avignon is €700, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Avignon and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAvignon €647Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAvignon €1,294Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Avignon and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Avignon or Mostar? 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: Avignon Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Avignon €21Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Avignon
Also for Avignon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Business Car: $91
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Business Car: $91
- Private Departure Transfer from Avignon to Marseille Airport MRS: $117
- Arrival Priate Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Van: $132
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Van: $132
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $164
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $164
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Avignon - Round-Trip Transfer: $233
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Transfert Avignon Marseille : $273
- Private transfer Marseille - Avignon: $428
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Avignon or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Avignon 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 dayAvignon €33Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Avignon
For Avignon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Avignon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $98
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $207
- Cooking lessons: $213
- Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local Chef: $403
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Avignon €15Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Avignon
For Avignon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Glanum Archaeological Site Entrance Ticket: $9.82
- Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
- Ticket for the Gourmet Journey at Maison Brotte: $17
- All About Avignon Tour: $21
- Around The Palace Tour: $31
- La Noctambule du Pape Night Tour: $37
- Chocolate and Wine Pairing Experience in Châteauneuf-du-Pape: $44
- A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex: $46
- Half-Day Tour from St Rémy-de-Provence by Electric Bike with Carrière de Lumiere: $49
- City Walking Tour with Popes Palace Entry: $74
- Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace: $75
- Lavender Beauty Small Group Half Day Tour from Avignon: $76
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAvignon €16Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Avignon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Avignon:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.26
- THE CUBE: Private Tour Of Semi-Gravity Cubist Cellar with Wine Tasting: $11
- Provence and Wine Tasting by E-Bike from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: $65
- E-bike tour and wine tasting from Vaison la Romaine: $65
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $87
- From Morning Wine Tour to Châteauneuf du Pape: $95
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $97
- From Afternoon Wine Tour Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $104
- Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon: $131
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape Prestige Wine Tour from Avignon: $152
- 8 Hours Private Wine Tour in Châteauneuf du Pape: $164
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Avignon and Mostar, we can see that Avignon is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Avignon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avignon than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Avignon Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Avignon or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 16% larger than the population of Avignon. When comparing the sizes of Avignon and Mostar, 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 Avignon or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Avignon or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Avignon as well as Mostar. Many travelers come to Avignon for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Avignon is around the same temperature as Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Avignon averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mostar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Avignon this time of the year. In the summer, Avignon often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Avignon gets 354 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Avignon usually gets less rain in July than Mostar. Avignon gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAvignon 24°C (75°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Avignon or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Avignon are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Avignon in the autumn for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
In the autumn, Avignon is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Avignon in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Avignon usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during autumn. Avignon gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. It's quite rainy in Avignon. In October, Avignon usually receives less rain than Mostar. Avignon gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAvignon 16°C (61°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Avignon or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Avignon during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Avignon for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Avignon is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Avignon average around 7°C (44°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Avignon often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Avignon gets 146 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Avignon usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Avignon gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAvignon 7°C (44°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Avignon or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Avignon and Mostar. The spring months attract visitors to Avignon because of the small town charm.
Avignon is around the same temperature as Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Avignon averages around 13°C (56°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In Avignon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Avignon usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during spring. Avignon gets 218 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Avignon usually receives less rain than Mostar. Avignon gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAvignon 13°C (56°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Avignon
| Avignon | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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