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

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Should you visit Belgrade or Zadar?

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 Zadar 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 Zadar?

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.

Zadar

You'll find Zadar in northern Dalmatia, Croatia. It is located on the Adriatic Sea and is the center of Zadar County. It is both the historic center for the region and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Zadar. There are a handful of sights around town, most of which can be explored on foot.

The climate for the city is a mix between humid subtropical and a Mediterranean climate. The winters are usually mild and wet, and the summers are humid and warm. The hottest months are July and August when temperatures can exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Average yearly rainfall usually exceeds 917 mm. Fall months often remain warm and temperatures are often around 30 degrees Celsius as well. In general, the temperatures rarely drop below freezing, even during the coldest month of January. The rainiest months are October and November, although winter is considered the wet season. July is usually the driest month. Water temperatures are around 25 degrees Celsius in July and August and it may be possible to swim any time between May and October.

Which city is cheaper, Zadar 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 Zadar is $76. 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 Zadar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $25
    Zadar $44
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $50
    Zadar $88
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Zadar

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Zadar? 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 Zadar


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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 Zadar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $4.52
    Zadar $8.15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Railway Station - Private Transfer & Pick Up: $6.64
  • Private Airport Transfer: from Belgrade to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): $16
  • Private Arrival Transfer Belgrade Airport to Belgrade City: $17
  • Private Departure Transfer from Belgrade City to Belgrade Airport: $17
  • Belgrade airport transfer service: $33
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): $33
  • Private Airport Round-Trip Transfer: Belgrade Airport to Belgrade City: $35
  • Feel Belgrade airport transfer: $36
  • Private luxury airport transfer with black Mercedes E-class and free WiFi access: $40
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $40
  • Departure Private Transfer: Belgrade Hotels to Belgrade International Airport: $42
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Downtown to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zadar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zadar:

  • Private Departure Airport Transfer From Zadar City to Zadar Airport: $23
  • Zadar Airport Transfers: $33
  • Transfers from Zadar airport to Zadar city: $33
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day Tour Transfer: $37
  • Krka Waterfalls National Park - Day Tour Transfer: $37
  • Private Transfer from Zadar Port to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $42
  • Private Transfer from Zadar City to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $42
  • Private Transfer from Borik Zadar to Zadar Airport (ZAD): $42
  • Zadar CITY to Zadar AIRPORT | Private transfer: $60
  • Private Transfer from Zadar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $172
  • Private Arrival Transfer to Novalja from Zadar Airport: $174
  • Vip Transfer Service: $182

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Zadar?

Prices for flights to both Zadar 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
    Zadar $24

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zadar

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

  • Traditional Dalmatian dinner: $61
  • Zadar Market Tour and Cooking Class: $75
  • Zadar - Private Market Tour & Cooking Class: $167
  • From Taste Dalmatian Peka - Countryside Cooking Class: $253
  • Dalmatian dinner in rented holiday home: $773

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $3.64
    Zadar $16

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • Belgrade Nightclub Pass with Skip the Line: $1.00
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Sightseeing - Half Day Tour: $7.07
  • VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Belgrade - Half Day Tour: $7.07
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour: $7.96
  • VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Panoramic Belgrade Tour: $7.96
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Hop-on Hop-off - Create Your Own Private Half Day Tour: $7.96
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour: $7.99
  • Create Your Own Private Panoramic Belgrade Tour: $12
  • VISIT SERBIA: Create Your Own Belgrade - Half Day Tour: $12
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Hop-on Hop-off - Create Your Own Private Half Day Tour: $12
  • VISIT SERBIA: Belgrade Panoramic Sightseeing Tour - Create Your Own Private Tour: $14
  • Belgrade Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15

Tours and Activities in Zadar

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

  • Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $11
  • Zadar Walking Tour: $18
  • Rome vs. Venice - Zadar City Tour: $20
  • Zadar City Tour 90min Walk: $20
  • Walking tour of Zadar city: $23
  • Zadar City Tour 120min Walk: $27
  • Virtual Reality Walking Tour of Zadar's History: $29
  • Croatian Homeland War Walking Tour: $30
  • Zadar Walking Tour: $32
  • Guided Communist City Tour of Zadar: $32
  • Zadar Walking Tour with Virtual Reality Experience: $34
  • Plitvice lakes excursion , no guide ,no group , entrance ticket not included, simple and cheap: $37

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $17
    Zadar $9.94

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Zadar

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

  • Zadar Wine Tasting: $50

About these numbers

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


When is the best time to visit Belgrade or Zadar?

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 Zadar in the Summer?

Both Zadar and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In July, Belgrade is generally cooler than Zadar. Temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Zadar stays around 26°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Zadar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Zadar during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Zadar receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Zadar. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Zadar 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Zadar in the Autumn?

Both Zadar and Belgrade during the autumn are popular places to visit.

Belgrade is cooler than Zadar in the autumn. The temperature in Belgrade is usually 14°C (57°F) in October, and Zadar stays around 18°C (64°F).

In Zadar, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Zadar. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zadar receives 200 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Zadar. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Zadar 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Zadar in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Zadar.

Belgrade can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Belgrade is much colder than Zadar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January are around 2°C (35°F), and Zadar is about 8°C (47°F).

Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Zadar during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Zadar receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Zadar. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Zadar 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Zadar in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Zadar.

In April, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as Zadar. Temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Zadar stays around 15°C (59°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zadar. In the spring, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Zadar. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zadar receives 212 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in April than Zadar. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Zadar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Zadar 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Zadar and Belgrade

Belgrade Zadar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)


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