Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Antwerp?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Antwerp can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Belgrade or Antwerp?
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $44Antwerp $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $132. 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 Belgrade and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Antwerp $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Antwerp $154
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Antwerp? 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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.55Antwerp $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $39
- BELGRADE TRANSIT TOUR - private layover tour with return airport transfer: $130
- Belgrade Airport transfer - Business Class: $51
- Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $214
- Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) to Belgrade - Round-Trip Transfer: $70
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $144
- Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $239
- Belgrade airport transfer: $46
- Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $88
- Belgrade to Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) - Departure Transfer: $35
- Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $251
- Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $3.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
- Transfer from Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Luxury Car or Van: $73
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $141
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $163
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $274
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Belgrade 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 dayBelgrade $9.21Antwerp $42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
- The 10 Tastings of Belgrade Private Food Tour : $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.48Antwerp $8.80
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.09
- Capture Belgrade:Audio Walking Tour in the Heart of the City: $3.19
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.27
- Belgrade City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided City Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.42
- Sightseeing by open top bus: $14
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Yugoslavia Communist tour: $16
- Saint Sava Temple guided tour: $16
- Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
- Fortress Underground Tour w/Wine Along the River: $16
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historical Walking Tour in the Old City: $3.20
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.09
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audioguide App: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
- Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $16
- Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Antwerp $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Belgrade Reserved Pub Crawl: $49
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $55
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $55
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $71
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $65
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belgrade Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Antwerp?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Antwerp, 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 Belgrade or Antwerp?
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 Belgrade or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Antwerp. Also, most visitors come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antwerp this time of the year. In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of rain as Antwerp. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelgrade 23°C (73°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Antwerp in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Antwerp. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Belgrade is a little warmer than Antwerp in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Antwerp. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelgrade 14°C (57°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
It's quite cold in Antwerp in the winter. The weather in Belgrade can be very cold. In the winter, Belgrade is much colder than Antwerp. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Antwerp averages at about 3°C (38°F).
Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelgrade 2°C (35°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Antwerp in the Spring?
Both Antwerp and Belgrade during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Antwerp for the activities around the city.
In April, Belgrade is generally much warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the spring, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Antwerp. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelgrade 14°C (56°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Belgrade
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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