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

Should you visit Belgrade or Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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.

Philadelphia

Philadelphia is the fourth largest urban area, and the fifth largest city in the United States. It's located in southeastern Pennsylvania and has a rich history, having once been the capital of the United States. The city has very impressive architecture, museums, universities, and entertainment venues. It's a cultural and artistic center for the country and it continues to climb as a top travel destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Serbia, The Best Cultural Tours in Serbia, The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage, and The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco.


Which place is cheaper, Philadelphia or Belgrade?

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

  • Belgrade Prices
    Serbia Prices
    Philadelphia Prices
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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Belgrade $51
    Philadelphia $224

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $51, while the average daily cost in Philadelphia is $224. 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 Philadelphia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $30
    Philadelphia $119
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $60
    Philadelphia $238
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Philadelphia

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Philadelphia? 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 Philadelphia


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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 Philadelphia Hotel Prices.

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • VAN Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $86
  • Transfer service to Kopaonik from Belgrade Airport or hotel: $172
  • Serbia: Belgrade Airport One-way Transfers: $45
  • Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $247
  • Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $322
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad with sightseeing: $111
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Pristina with sightseeing: $124
  • Private transfer from Belgrade or Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad: $171
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $55
  • Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $118
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $137
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Subotica: $245

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Philadelphia

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

  • Philadelphia int Airport Private Transfer to Philadelphia: $70
  • One Way Private Airport Transfer: $80
  • Private Transfer: Philadelphia Airport PHL to Philadelphia in Business Car: $95
  • Philadelphia City to Baltimore City - Private Car Transfer: $103
  • Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Philadelphia - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
  • Philadelphia City to Washington City - Private Car Transfer: $135
  • Philadelphia City to New York City - Private Car Transfer: $189
  • Philadelphia Airport (PHL): Private Transfer to Philadelphia: $354

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Philadelphia?

Prices for flights to both Philadelphia 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
    Philadelphia $84

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: $61
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $66
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $76
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $77
  • The 10 Tastings of Belgrade Private Food Tour : $139

Typical Food Prices in Philadelphia

For Philadelphia, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Casual Lunch (for 3)
    $27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Philadelphia

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

  • Locals' Favorites Food Tour: $52
  • Best of Philly Food Tour: $55
  • Italian Market Non-Touristy Walking Food Tour: $57
  • Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market : $59
  • 9th Street Italian Market Walking Food Tour: $61
  • Secret Food Tours Philadelphia w/ Private Tour Option: $65
  • Flavors of Philly Food Tour: $65
  • Philadelphia's Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $65
  • Chef-Led Italian Market Food Tour: $75
  • Secret Food Tour: $87
  • Spirit of Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise with Buffet: $95
  • Vintage Shopping and Food Tour: $98

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.50
    Philadelphia $28

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • Magic Christmas tour in Novi Sad: $202
  • The best of Novi Sad walking tour: $147
  • 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $161
  • 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $87
  • 2000 years of highlights tour across the old city: $31
  • 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $193
  • Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
  • Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $98
  • Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $134
  • Avala Mountain Private Tour: $79
  • Avala Mountain Tour: $89
  • BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115

Typical Entertainment Prices in Philadelphia

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Philadelphia's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Big Bus Tour (family of 3)
    $99

Tours and Activities in Philadelphia

For Philadelphia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Philadelphia's Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.40
  • Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals: $5.99
  • Philadelphia Quest Experience: Ben Franklin's Murder Mystery: $7.09
  • Solve the Case Quest Experience in Philadelphia: $7.09
  • Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Allentown: $10
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Philadelphia by Operation City Quest: $10
  • Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Allentown by Wacky Walks: $10
  • The Road to Revolution: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Philadelphia: $12
  • National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket: $12
  • Discover Fantastic Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Historic Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $15
  • Philadelphia 76ers Basketball Game Ticket: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $21
    Philadelphia $21

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
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
  • Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $55
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $72
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $76
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $94
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $98
  • Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $109
  • Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $188

Sample the Local Flavors in Philadelphia

Also in Philadelphia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Philly Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
  • Ghosts, Boos, and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
  • Liberty History Tour Pub Crawl: $45
  • Guided Tour with Pub Crawl: $45
  • Half-Day Philadelphia's Brewery Bike Tour with Tastings: $100
  • Philly Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
  • Guided Craft Brewery Tours with a Snack: $120


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Philadelphia, we can see that Philadelphia is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Belgrade is in Europe and Philadelphia is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Philadelphia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Philadelphia?

Philadelphia has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia in the Summer?

Both Philadelphia and Belgrade during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Philadelphia because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as Philadelphia. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Philadelphia fluctuates around 77°F (25°C).

In Philadelphia, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Belgrade. In the summer, Belgrade often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Philadelphia receives 273 hours of full sun.

Philadelphia gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Belgrade usually gets less rain in July than Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 3.9 inches (100 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Philadelphia 77°F (25°C)

Should I visit Belgrade or Philadelphia in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Philadelphia. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Philadelphia this time of year.

Belgrade is around the same temperature as Philadelphia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Philadelphia fluctuates around 56°F (14°C).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Philadelphia this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Philadelphia during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Philadelphia receives 202 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


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

Should I visit Belgrade or Philadelphia in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Philadelphia. Additionally, many travelers come to Philadelphia for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Philadelphia. It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. In the winter, Belgrade is much warmer than Philadelphia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Philadelphia averages at about 30°F (-1°C).

In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Philadelphia receives 152 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in January than Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Philadelphia 30°F (-1°C)

Should I visit Belgrade or Philadelphia in the Spring?

Both Philadelphia and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Philadelphia in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In April, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Philadelphia. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Philadelphia fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).

It's quite sunny in Philadelphia. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Philadelphia during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Philadelphia receives 216 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Philadelphia. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 2.8 inches (70 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Philadelphia 52°F (11°C)

Typical Weather for Philadelphia and Belgrade

Belgrade Philadelphia
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 inches (58 mm)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 33°F (1°C) 2.1 inches (54 mm)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 42°F (6°C) 2.7 inches (68 mm)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 52°F (11°C) 2.8 inches (70 mm)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 63°F (17°C) 2.8 inches (70 mm)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 72°F (22°C) 3 inches (76 mm)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 77°F (25°C) 3.9 inches (100 mm)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 76°F (24°C) 3 inches (75 mm)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 68°F (20°C) 2.8 inches (71 mm)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 56°F (14°C) 1.9 inches (48 mm)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 46°F (8°C) 2.5 inches (64 mm)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 36°F (2°C) 2.7 inches (69 mm)