Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Bologna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bologna or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bologna and Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bologna or Podgorica?
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBologna €159Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Bologna is €159, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Bologna and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBologna €87Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBologna €174Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Bologna and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Bologna or Podgorica? 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.
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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: Bologna Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bologna €21Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Marconi Airport Bus Transfer to/from Calenzano City: $21
- Marconi Airport Bus Transfer to/from Florence City: $21
- Bologna Airport: Private Transfer: $43
- Bologna Airport transfer: $46
- Ravenna Port to Ravenna Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- Bologna to Bologna Airport (BLQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Arrival Transfer Bologna Airport BLQ to Bologna City by Sedan: $56
- Private Transfer from Bologna City Hotels to Ancona Cruise Port: $76
- Bologna to Florence - Departure Private Transfer: $83
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $86
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) to Bologna - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
- Ravenna port to Ravenna hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Bologna or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Bologna 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
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Food Meals for one dayBologna €39Podgorica €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Virtual Cooking Class: Ravioli variations with classic tomato sauce: $35
- Bologna Food Tour including Tagliatelle, Mortadella, Wine: $57
- Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $73
- Exclusive Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $74
- Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $75
- Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal: $80
- Traditional Recipes Cooking Class with Local Wines: $82
- Hands on Home Cooking Class: $84
- Walking Food Tour with a Local Guide: $84
- Tastes and Traditions Food Tour with Market Visit: $84
- Tastes & Traditions of Food Tour with Market Visit: $86
- Bologna traditional food tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bologna €38Podgorica €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)€31
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€115
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)€67
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)€12
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)€12
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide: $4.36
- From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.81
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Porta Galliera to Le Tre Frecce: $5.99
- Self-Guided Historical Audio Tour: $5.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.42
- Bologna Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Digital Guide made by a Local for your walking tour: $7.49
- Bologna's Ancient and Recent History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Ancient and Recent History Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBologna €28Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $38
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $53
- Monte San Pietro: Montevecchio Isolani Tour & Wine Tasting: $53
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $69
- Wine Tasting Tour in One of the Oldest Inns: $70
- Bologna Wine Tasting in One of the Oldest Inns: $71
- Small-Group Half-Day Wine Tour with Tasting in Dozza Village: $102
- Taste the real Bologna Food and Wine tour: $107
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Local Guide: $118
- Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting: $131
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with a local guide : $138
- Italian Wine Tasting on the Panoramic Terrace in Bologna: $163
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bologna and Podgorica, we can see that Bologna is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bologna Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bologna or Podgorica?
Bologna has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Bologna and Podgorica, 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 Bologna or Podgorica?
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 Bologna or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Bologna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bologna this time of year.
In the summer, Bologna is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bologna in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Podgorica averages at about 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bologna. Bologna usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Bologna gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bologna usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Bologna gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBologna 24°C (75°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Bologna during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Bologna for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Bologna is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Bologna average around 16°C (61°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Bologna often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Bologna gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bologna. Bologna usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Bologna gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBologna 16°C (61°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bologna and Podgorica. Many visitors come to Bologna in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Bologna can get quite cold in the winter. Bologna is much colder than Podgorica in the winter. The daily temperature in Bologna averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Bologna usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Bologna gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Bologna usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Bologna gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBologna 2°C (36°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bologna as well as Podgorica. Most visitors come to Bologna for the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Bologna is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bologna in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Podgorica averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Bologna often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Bologna gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Bologna usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Bologna gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBologna 13°C (55°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Bologna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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