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

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Should you visit Belgrade or Ljubljana?

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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana?

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.

Ljubljana

Most people don't travel to Ljubljana to see specific sights, as there aren't many famous attractions around town. Instead, this is a city that is about atmosphere. It's a city that you explore and immerse yourself in completely. You meet the people, you go to the clubs, you find the interesting restaurants. That is the best way to learn about Ljubljana.

Which city is cheaper, Ljubljana or Belgrade?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $36, while the average daily cost in Ljubljana is $75. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Belgrade and Ljubljana in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $25
    Ljubljana $47
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $50
    Ljubljana $94
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Ljubljana

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Ljubljana? 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 Ljubljana


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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 Ljubljana Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $4.52
    Ljubljana $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Private Transfer from Belgrade to Split with 2 Sightseeing Stops: $520
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $483
  • Belgrade - Budapest Transfer: $349
  • Private transfer tour to Pristina with sightseeing: $311
  • Private transfer tour to Sarajevo via Visegrad with sightseeing: $311
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade to Zagreb with 2h of Sightseeing: $278
  • Private transfer tour to Sarajevo via Sirmium with sightseeing: $276
  • Belgrade to Timisoara transfer and walking city tour: $261
  • Belgrade to Kopaonik taxi transfer: $258
  • Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $218
  • Private transfer tour to Timisoara with sightseeing: $197
  • Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $185

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ljubljana

Also for Ljubljana, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Airport Transfer: from Ljubljana to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU): $23
  • Private Transfer from Brnik Airport to Ljubljana Centre: $25
  • Ljubljana Airport authorized transfer. Price per car.: $34
  • Ljubljana Airport Arrival Private Car Transfer: $39
  • Airport Transfer: $44
  • Arrival Private Transfer Ljubljana LJU Airport to Ljubljana City by Business Car: $47
  • Private transfer Ljubljana Airport from & to Bled: $54
  • Private transfer from airport Ljubljana to Ljubljana: $59
  • Private Transfer from Ljubljana City to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $62
  • Private transfer. Ljubljana Airport- Lake Bled. Price per car.: $66
  • Departure Private Transfer: Ljubljana City to Ljubljana Airport by Luxury Van: $68
  • Private transfer from Ljubljana city to Kranj: $70

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Ljubljana?

Prices for flights to both Ljubljana 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 $7.49
    Ljubljana $14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

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

  • VISIT SERBIA: Private Cooking Lesson in Belgrade: $70
  • 5-Hour Small Group Food Tour with Local Guide: $85
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $191

Typical Food prices in Ljubljana

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ljubljana:


  • Horsemeat Hot Dog
    $2.17

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ljubljana

For Ljubljana, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Lunch or Dinner trip to a typical Slovenian restaurant: $40
  • Traditional Slovenian Dinner and Performance: $48
  • Bitemojo Self Guided Food Tour Ljubljana Tale of the River: $53
  • Dinner in the Dark: $75
  • Šmarna Gora: Hiking and Food Tour from Ljubljana: $79
  • Food Tour Ljubljana: $81
  • Ljubljana 4-Hour Food Tour: $86
  • Flavour of Slovenia: Very Small Group Food Tour in Ljubljana: $86
  • Cooking Class Ljubljana: $111
  • Slovenian Dinner Experience: $131
  • Food Tour - Honey, Cheese and Sausages Culinary Adventure from Ljubljana: $132
  • Ljubljana city tour and Traditional Slovenian Cooking class: $222

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $3.64
    Ljubljana $13

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • 3-Hour Belgrade Zemun Neighborhood Tour: $50
  • Avala & Rakia tour: $49
  • Avala&Kosmaj Bike Tour: $73
  • BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $56
  • Belgrade 3 hour Tuktuk sightseeing tour (price per vehicle): $149
  • Belgrade 4 hour walking tour: $382
  • Belgrade 6 Bridges of Sava River Kayak Tour: $41
  • Belgrade 90 minute Tuktuk sightseeing tour (price per vehicle): $81
  • Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $62
  • Belgrade City Highlights Half-Day Panoramic Sightseeing Tour: $33
  • Belgrade City Tour: $38
  • Belgrade City Tour and Avala Mountain: $50

Typical Entertainment prices in Ljubljana

For Ljubljana, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Castle Tower Entrance (for 2)
    $8.70

Tours and Activities in Ljubljana

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ljubljana.

  • Ljubljana Self Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Ljubljanica Sightseeing River Cruise: $11
  • Ljubljana Castle: Entrance Ticket: $12
  • Magical Ljubljana - live virtual guided tour: $15
  • Ljubljana Castle: Time Machine Guided Tour: $19
  • Discovery Walk in a green city adventure filled with history: $20
  • Best of Ljubljana, Classical walking tour of Capital city: $22
  • Experience Ljubljana Bike Tour: $25
  • Axe Throwing Experience in Ljubljana: $26
  • Ljubljana City Walk and Boat Cruise along the Ljubljanica: $27
  • Night Tour To Ljubljana Castle With Electric Harley Scooter: $29
  • Ljubljana Castle Quick Tour With Electric Harley Scooter: $29

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $17
    Ljubljana $9.49

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

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

  • BEERgrade Pub Crawl Tour: $24
  • Belgrade Pub Crawl (by Belgrade Nightlife Tours): $37
  • Belgrade Unique Local Wine Tasting Tour (By Belgrade Nightlife Tours): $37
  • Belgrade Wine Tasting: $42
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $52
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $68
  • From Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar: $75
  • Oplenac Royal Complex and Wine Tasting Full Day Tour from Belgrade: $93
  • Day trip from Serbian Wine Story - Wine Tasting in Sumadija Region: $131
  • Private Day Trip from Avala and Royal Town Topola with Wine Tasting: $137
  • Private Day Trip from Viminacium & Smederevo Fort with Wine Tasting: $149
  • Private Wine Tour in Royal Region: $157

Typical Alcohol prices in Ljubljana

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ljubljana are as follows:


  • Drinks at a Sidewalk Cafe (for 2)
    $6.52

Sample the Local Flavors in Ljubljana

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ljubljana:

  • Pub Crawl Ljubljana: $20
  • Wine Tasting, Slovenian Wine Story: $49
  • Wine Tasting Ljubljana: $56
  • Wine tasting: $56
  • Ljubljana Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience: $58
  • Ljubljana Wine tour: $81
  • Vipava Valley wine tasting experience: $98
  • Wine Tour: Half-Day Tour: $139
  • Medieval Ptuj and Maribor Private Day Trip with Wine Tasting from Ljubljana or Bled: $145
  • Vipava valley wine tour TuamV: $158
  • Wine Tours in Slovenia: $174
  • Maribor Exclusive Wine Tour: $175

About these numbers

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


When is the best time to visit Belgrade or Ljubljana?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Belgrade or Ljubljana in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Ljubljana. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Ljubljana because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Belgrade is around the same temperature as Ljubljana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July are around 23°C (73°F), and Ljubljana is about 22°C (72°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Belgrade this time of the year. In the summer, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 260 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Ljubljana. Belgrade usually gets less rain in July than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Ljubljana 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Ljubljana in the Autumn?

Both Ljubljana and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Ljubljana this time of year.

In October, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as Ljubljana. Temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Ljubljana stays around 13°C (56°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Ljubljana during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Ljubljana 13°C (56°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Ljubljana in the Winter?

Both Ljubljana and Belgrade during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Ljubljana for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Ljubljana. It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. Belgrade is a little warmer than Ljubljana in the winter. The temperature in Belgrade is usually 2°C (35°F) in January, and Ljubljana stays around 1°C (34°F).

In the winter, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 47 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in January than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Ljubljana 1°C (34°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Ljubljana in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Ljubljana. Also, many visitors come to Ljubljana in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Belgrade is a little warmer than Ljubljana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April are around 14°C (56°F), and Ljubljana is about 12°C (54°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Ljubljana during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.

Ljubljana receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Ljubljana. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Ljubljana 12°C (54°F)

Typical Weather for Ljubljana and Belgrade

Belgrade Ljubljana
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 1°C (34°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.2 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 98 mm (3.8 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 12°C (54°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 22°C (71°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 18°C (65°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (56°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)


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