Should you visit Belgrade or Pecs?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Belgrade and Pecs can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
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.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
Which city is cheaper, Pecs or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $22, while the average daily cost in Pecs is $82. 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. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Belgrade and Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Belgrade is $19. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $78 for a double occupancy room in Pecs.
Food
While meal prices in Belgrade can vary, the average travelers spends about $8.38 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Belgrade should cost around $3.35 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Belgrade is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
While meal prices in Pecs can vary, the average travelers spends about $30 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Pecs should cost around $12 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Pecs is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Belgrade $8.38
Pecs $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
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VISIT SERBIA: Private Cooking Lesson in Belgrade:
$70
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Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner:
$191
Typical Food prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $5.05 per day to get around in Belgrade.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $18 per day to get around in Pecs.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
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Belgrade - Budapest Transfer:
$349
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Belgrade Airport Transfers (by Belgrade Nightlife Tours):
$44
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Belgrade Full Day Private Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport or Hotel Transfers:
$177
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Belgrade airport transfer service:
$33
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Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer:
$185
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Belgrade to Kopaonik taxi transfer:
$258
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Belgrade to Timisoara transfer and walking city tour:
$261
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Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car:
$218
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Belgrade-Novi sad airport transfers minivan 7 passangers:
$128
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Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport One Way Transfer:
$75
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Departure Private Transfer: Belgrade Hotels to Belgrade International Airport:
$42
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Feel Belgrade airport transfer:
$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
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Pécs - Budapest Transfer:
$167
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $4.07 per person, per day in Belgrade. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $18 per person, per day in Pecs. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
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Belgrade Nightclub Pass with Skip the Line:
$1.00
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VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Belgrade - Half Day Tour:
$7.07
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Sightseeing - Half Day Tour:
$7.07
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Hop-on Hop-off - Create Your Own Private Half Day Tour:
$7.96
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour:
$7.96
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VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Panoramic Belgrade Tour:
$7.96
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour:
$7.99
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City Center Walking Tour:
$9.46
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Hop-on Hop-off - Create Your Own Private Half Day Tour:
$12
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VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Belgrade - Half Day Tour:
$12
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Create Your Own Private Panoramic Belgrade Tour:
$12
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VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour - Create Your Own Private Tour:
$14
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Pecs Zoo & Aquarium - Terrarium Entrance Ticket:
$9.33
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Full-day tour Villany region - the gem of Pannon wines:
$411
Alcohol
The average person spends about $19 on alcoholic beverages in Belgrade per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Pecs may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $8.59 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
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BEERgrade Pub Crawl Tour:
$24
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Belgrade Pub Crawl (by Belgrade Nightlife Tours):
$37
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Belgrade Unique Local Wine Tasting Tour (By Belgrade Nightlife Tours):
$37
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Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting:
$52
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Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade:
$68
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From Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar:
$75
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Oplenac Royal Complex and Wine Tasting Full Day Tour from Belgrade:
$93
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Day trip from Serbian Wine Story - Wine Tasting in Sumadija Region:
$131
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Private Day Trip from Avala and Royal Town Topola with Wine Tasting:
$137
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Private Day Trip from Viminacium & Smederevo Fort with Wine Tasting:
$149
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Private Wine Tour in Royal Region:
$157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Pecs, we can see that Pecs 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 Pecs would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pecs than you might in Belgrade.
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