Which place is cheaper, Budva or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Budva?
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 Budva 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 Budva?
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.
Budva
A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $44Budva $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Budva is $98. 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 Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Budva $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Budva $80
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Budva? 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 Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.55Budva $22
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: $129
- Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $213
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $144
- Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $238
- Belgrade airport transfer: $46
- Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $88
- Belgrade to Timisoara transfer and walking city tour: $141
- Bus transfer between Airport and Slavija Square: $3.63
- Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $52
- Nikola Tesla BEG airport-private airport transfer: $75
- Private Airport Transfer: $84
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:
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Daily Car Rental$70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $38
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $58
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $58
- Private Transfer from Sveti Stefan to Tivat airport: $71
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $81
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $87
- Private Transfer from Bar to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $97
- Private transfer from Budva to Dubrovnik City: $98
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $113
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Kotor: $139
- Herceg Novi to Budva one way transfer: $144
- Private Transfer from Budva or Becici to Dubrovnik airport: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva 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 $9.21Budva $33
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Budva
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Budva.
- Cooking Class with dinner/lunch in Ulcinj Montenegro : $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.48Budva $24
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: $3.20
- Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.26
- Belgrade City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.39
- Self-Guided City Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.39
- Belgrade Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.52
- Sightseeing by open top bus: $14
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Saint Sava Temple guided tour: $16
- Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
- Walking Tour in Belgrade: $16
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Skip The Line Tickets: Budva Citadela Fortress : $6.52
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $15
- From Day Cruise to Boka Bay: $42
- Great Cruise From Budva to Boka Bay in a Day: $42
- Night Lights Kayak and SUP Adventure: $43
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $43
- Budva Bay SUP & Kayaking Tours to Coastal Caves: $43
- Night Lights Kayak Adventure : $43
- Soul of Montenegro: Kotor, Lovcen and Cetinje Day Tour: $61
- Private Boat Tour Adventure In Budva - Sightseeing & Snorkeling : $65
- Great tour of coastal monasteries in Budva - Walking on the path of history!: $65
- Budva 1 hour Private walking tour: $66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Budva $15
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
- 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: $54
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- 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: $92
- Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106
Sample the Local Flavors in Budva
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Budva:
- Full Day Private Skadar Lake Wine Tour Experience from Budva: $177
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Budva, we can see that Budva 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 Budva would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Budva 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 Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Budva?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Budva, 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.