A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Belgrade vs. Bratislava for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Belgrade or Bratislava?

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 Bratislava 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 Bratislava?

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.

Bratislava

The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Serbia, The Best Cultural Tours in Serbia, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Slovakia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Slovakia.


Which place is cheaper, Bratislava or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $51, while the average daily cost in Bratislava is $169. 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 Bratislava in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $30
    Bratislava $54
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $60
    Bratislava $108
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Bratislava

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Bratislava? 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.

Hotels in Belgrade


Hotels in Bratislava


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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 Bratislava Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.58
    Bratislava $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $4.73
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $35
  • Belgrade Airport to City Center Transfers: $38
  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $39
  • Serbia: Belgrade Airport One-way Transfers: $45
  • Belgrade airport transfer: $46
  • Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $46
  • Champs Limo Belgrade Serbia Private Transfers: $48
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $53
  • Airport Transfer: $54
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $55
  • Private Transfer : $66

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:

  • Airport to Hotel Private Transfer Service: $24
  • Private Transfer Bratislava Airport to Hotel in Bratislava or vice versa: $31
  • Bratislava Airport to Bojnice Resorts - Arrival Private Transfer: $66
  • Bratislava Airport to TurĨianske Teplice Arrival Private Transfer: $66
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City: $98
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport, 2 Hour Stop: $110
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna, 2h Stop in Schlosshof: $125
  • Vienna Airport VIE to Bojnice Resorts Round Trip Private Transfer: $131
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest, English-speaking driver: $137
  • One Way Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport: $152
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava Airport to Hotel: $161
  • Bratislava Airport BTS to Poprad - Arrival Private Transfer: $169

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Bratislava?

Prices for flights to both Bratislava 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Belgrade $16
    Bratislava $85

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • Serbian Evening-Entertainment Program and Traditional Dinner: $60
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $75
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $76
  • The 10 Tastings of Belgrade Private Food Tour : $138

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bratislava.

  • Dinner with Cruise on the Danube River: $62
  • Bratislava Christmas Market Food Tour: $76
  • Local Beer & Food Tour: $142
  • Bratislava Traditional Food Tour: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.50
    Bratislava $33

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.28
  • Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $7.50
  • Downtown Belgrade Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $14
  • Sightseeing by Open-top Bus: $14
  • Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $16
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $16
  • Guided Sightseeing Cruise, Danube and Sava rivers: $23
  • Red Star Football Club Stadium Tour Ticket: $27
  • Belgrade walking tour 11:00 or 17:30: $27
  • Belgrade Women's Histories Walking Tour: $27

Tours and Activities in Bratislava

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bratislava are as follows:

  • Top experience walking tour with bonus and castle: $4.36
  • City & Castle Tour - Introduction to Bratislava - Tip-Based Tour: $5.45
  • Guided City and Castle Tour from Bratislava: $5.46
  • Bratislava Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $6.97
  • Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $7.10
  • Bratislava Castle in 1 Day - Walking Tour Audioguide 7 languages: $7.27
  • Bratislava Castle Neighbourhood: Walking Tour - Audioguide: $8.04
  • Bratislava Center in 1 Day: Walking Tour - Audioguide: $8.04
  • Historic City Centre Guided Tour: $8.47
  • Bratislava Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.73
  • Bratislava Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $21
    Bratislava $20

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • Belgrade Chuggalong - A unique Pub Crawl experience!: $23
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $53
  • E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $54
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
  • Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $55
  • Belgrade Pub Crawl Bingo: $55
  • 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
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $93
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $97
  • Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $108

Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:

  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier in Bratislava: $14
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $15
  • Wine Tasting in city center: $16
  • Wine Tasting Experience in the Dark: $20
  • Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $21
  • Private Pub Crawl Tour with Local Guide in Bratislava: $30
  • Devin Castle Tour with Wine Tasting: $158
  • Bratislava City Wine Tasting Tour: $164
  • Little Carpathian Wine Tour: $201
  • Small Carpathian Wine Tasting and Red Stone Castle Tour: $213


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Bratislava, we can see that Bratislava 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 Bratislava would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bratislava 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 Bratislava Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Bratislava?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Bratislava. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Bratislava, 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 Bratislava?

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 Bratislava in the Summer?

Both Bratislava and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bratislava in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Belgrade is around the same temperature as Bratislava. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Bratislava averages at about 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Bratislava. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Bratislava during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Bratislava receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bratislava. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Bratislava receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Bratislava 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Bratislava in the Autumn?

Both Bratislava and Belgrade during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Bratislava for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Bratislava. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Bratislava fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Bratislava. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bratislava receives 140 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Bratislava. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bratislava receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Bratislava 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Bratislava in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Bratislava. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Bratislava because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Bratislava can be very cold. Belgrade can be very cold during winter. Belgrade is cooler than Bratislava in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Bratislava fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Bratislava during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Bratislava receives 65 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Bratislava. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bratislava receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Bratislava 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Bratislava in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Bratislava. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Bratislava this time of year.

In the spring, Belgrade is around the same temperature as Bratislava. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Bratislava averages at about 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bratislava. In the spring, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Bratislava. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bratislava receives 202 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Bratislava. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Bratislava receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Bratislava 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Bratislava and Belgrade

Belgrade Bratislava
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 2°C (36°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 4°C (38°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 20°C (69°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 3°C (37°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)