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

Should you visit Belgrade or Gdansk?

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 Gdansk 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 Gdansk?

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.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $54. 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 Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $30
    Gdansk $27
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $60
    Gdansk $54
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Gdansk? 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 Gdansk


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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 Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.55
    Gdansk $8.53

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 Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Elblag: $15
  • Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Ostróda: $23
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to Gdynia Cruise Port: $28
  • Private Transfer from Gdynia Cruise Port to Gdansk Airport (GDN): $28
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdansk city: $33
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk city to Gdansk (GDN) Airport: $33
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
  • From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
  • Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
  • Gdansk Airport: Private Transfer to Gdansk, Sopot, or Gdynia: $37
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdynia City: $38
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk 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 $9.21
    Gdansk $20

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 Gdansk

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

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
  • 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
  • Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
  • Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
  • Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
  • Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
  • Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.48
    Gdansk $8.13

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 Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
  • Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
  • Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
  • Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
  • Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
  • Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
  • Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
  • Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
  • Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
  • Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
  • Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $21
    Gdansk $4.74

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 Gdansk

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

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
  • Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
  • Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30


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


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Gdansk?

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

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 Gdansk in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Gdansk.

Belgrade is a little warmer than Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gdansk. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Gdansk 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Gdansk in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Gdansk.

In the autumn, Belgrade is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Belgrade in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).

In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Gdansk. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Gdansk 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Gdansk in the Winter?

Both Gdansk and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Gdansk. It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. In January, Belgrade is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 2°C (35°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Gdansk -2°C (28°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Gdansk in the Spring?

Both Gdansk and Belgrade during the spring are popular places to visit.

Belgrade is much warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

In the spring, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Gdansk 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Gdansk and Belgrade

Belgrade Gdansk
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) -2°C (28°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) -2°C (28°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 8°C (46°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 2°C (36°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)