Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Beaune?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beaune or Podgorica?
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 Beaune and Podgorica. 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: Beaune or Podgorica?
Beaune
The walled-town of Beaune is located at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Once the capital of the region and still surrounded by the Cote d’Or vineyards, the cobbled town is just a starting point for food and wine connoisseurs looking to taste their way through the greater countryside of Burgundy.
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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeaune €166Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Beaune is €166, 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 Beaune and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeaune €83Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeaune €166Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Beaune and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Beaune 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: Beaune Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beaune €41Podgorica €20
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 Beaune or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Beaune 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 dayBeaune €54Podgorica €41
Typical Food Prices in Beaune
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beaune:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)€9.00
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Cookie€1.00
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Coffee€2.80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beaune €33Podgorica €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Beaune
Here are a few typical costs in Beaune for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Winery Tour (for 2)€20
Tours and Activities in Beaune
Here are a few actual costs in Beaune for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beguiling Beaune Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.99
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burgundy’s Wine Capital: $5.99
- Skip the Line: Abbaye de Fontenay Admission Ticket: $13
- Small group guided tour - Beaune 2h: $22
- Meursault: Tour of the Vineyards on Motorbike with Sidecar: $59
- Private Guided Sidecar Tour in Burgundy from Meursault: $60
- Paris Private Walking Street Art Tour: $87
- Small group tour Morning in Côte de Beaune: $102
- Touristic highlights of Semur-en-Auxois a Private half day tour with a local: $118
- Private city tour - Beaune the essential - 2h: $187
- Private guided tour - Beaune 2h: $191
- Wine walking tour through the Burgundian vineyards - 2h: $191
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 dayBeaune €48Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Beaune
Also in Beaune, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 2 Hour Sparkling Wine Tasting and visit in Beaune: $11
- Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard: $21
- Maison Champy Guided Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $27
- Visit Domaine Bourgogne - Guided wine tasting: $44
- From Full-Day Bicycle and Wine Tour in Burgundy: $227
- Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune: $229
- Wine tour - Meursault, its prestigious whites: $240
- Wine tour - Aloxe-Corton, its great wines: $240
- From Burgundy Day Trip with 12 Wine Tastings: $262
- Côte de Nuits Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
- Côte de Beaune Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
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 Beaune and Podgorica, we can see that Beaune 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 Beaune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beaune 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 Beaune Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beaune or Podgorica?
Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Beaune. When comparing the sizes of Beaune 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 Beaune 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 Beaune or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beaune and Podgorica. Many visitors come to Beaune in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Beaune is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Beaune average around 21°C (70°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 Beaune, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beaune usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Beaune gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beaune usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Beaune gets 51 mm (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 JulyBeaune 21°C (70°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beaune as well as Podgorica. Most visitors come to Beaune for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere during these months.
Beaune is cooler than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beaune averages around 13°C (55°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, Beaune often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Beaune gets 121 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Beaune usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Beaune gets 58 mm (2.3 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 OctoberBeaune 13°C (55°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Beaune are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Beaune because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Beaune can be very cold. In the winter, Beaune is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beaune in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Beaune usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Beaune gets 53 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, Beaune usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Beaune gets 59 mm (2.3 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 JanuaryBeaune 3°C (38°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Beaune during the spring are popular places to visit. The small town charm are the main draw to Beaune this time of year.
In April, Beaune is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Beaune average around 11°C (53°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Beaune often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Beaune gets 178 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. Beaune usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Beaune 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 AprilBeaune 11°C (53°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Beaune
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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