Should you visit Cannes or Zadar?
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 Cannes and Zadar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
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 Cannes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cannes is €110, while the average daily cost in Zadar is €72. 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 Cannes and Zadar in more detail.
Accommodation
Cannes's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €120. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €60.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €41. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Zadar the cost is €82 on average.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Cannes cost around €36 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €14.
On average, meal and food prices in Zadar cost around €23 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €9.20.
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Food
Meals for one day
Cannes €36
Zadar €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cannes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cannes.
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Summer Fireworks and Dinner Catamaran Cruise from Cannes:
$135
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From Evening Tour & Dinner in Monte Carlo:
$217
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Small-Group Evening Tour and Dinner in Monte Carlo from Cannes:
$223
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Unforgettable night photos of the French Riviera and dinner in Monaco:
$622
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zadar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zadar.
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Traditional Dalmatian dinner:
$61
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Zadar Market Tour and Cooking Class:
$75
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Zadar - Private Market Tour & Cooking Class:
$167
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From Taste Dalmatian Peka - Countryside Cooking Class:
$253
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Dalmatian dinner in rented holiday home:
$773
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €13 per day to get around in Cannes.
The average price of local transportation around Zadar is €7.64 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
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Ultra - Private Airport Transfer from Cannes City Centre to Nice Airport:
$9.41
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Private airport transfer Mandelieu to Cannes:
$53
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Private Departure Transfer from Cannes to Nice Airport:
$55
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Nice Airport Private Departure Transfer from Cannes, Monaco or Eze:
$55
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Private Airport Transfer: Cannes to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE):
$59
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Saint Tropez Round-Trip Boat Transfer from Cannes:
$70
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Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to St Tropez from Cannes:
$80
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Private transfer from Cannes to Nice City or Nice Airport:
$80
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Private Transfer: Cannes to Cannes - Mandelieu Airport (CEQ):
$89
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Private Transfer: Cannes - Mandelieu Airport (CEQ) to Cannes:
$89
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Nice to Saint Tropez 2,5 hours return transfer by boat:
$92
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Business Car:
$98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zadar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zadar:
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Private Departure Airport Transfer From Zadar City to Zadar Airport:
$23
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Zadar Airport Transfers:
$33
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Transfers from Zadar airport to Zadar city:
$33
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Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day Tour Transfer:
$37
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Krka Waterfalls National Park - Day Tour Transfer:
$37
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Private Transfer from Zadar Port to Zadar Airport (ZAD):
$42
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Private Transfer from Zadar City to Zadar Airport (ZAD):
$42
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Private Transfer from Borik Zadar to Zadar Airport (ZAD):
$42
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Zadar CITY to Zadar AIRPORT | Private transfer:
$60
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Private Transfer from Zadar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver:
$172
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Private Arrival Transfer to Novalja from Zadar Airport:
$174
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Vip Transfer Service:
$182
Is it cheaper to fly into Cannes or Zadar?
Prices for flights to both Zadar and Cannes 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.
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €24 per person, per day in Cannes. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Zadar's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €15 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
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Round-Trip Ferry Ticket: Cannes to Ste. Marguerite Island:
$19
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French Riviera: Aquasplash Entrance Ticket:
$31
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1-Hour Segway Tour:
$37
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Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Cruise to Corniche d'Or:
$44
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Photographic tour of Cannes with a Local:
$46
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Combo Ile Sainte-Marguerite Ferry & Corniche d'Or Cruise from Cannes:
$54
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Sunset cruise / Cannes Lerins Islands:
$55
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Cannes, Antibes & St Paul De Vence Tour from Nice:
$61
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Cannes 2 Hours Vespa Tour:
$61
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Cannes 2-Hour Segway Tour:
$62
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French Riviera Tour: Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul de Vence:
$62
Tours and Activities in Zadar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zadar are as follows:
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Zadar Walking Tour:
$18
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Zadar City Tour 90min Walk:
$20
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Rome vs. Venice - Zadar City Tour:
$20
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Walking tour of Zadar city:
$23
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Zadar City Tour 120min Walk:
$27
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Croatian Homeland War Walking Tour:
$30
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Zadar Walking Tour:
$32
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Guided Communist City Tour of Zadar:
$32
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Zadar Walking Tour with Virtual Reality Experience:
$34
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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour from Zadar - simple, comfortable and safe:
$37
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Plitvice lakes excursion , no guide ,no group , entrance ticket not included, simple and cheap:
$37
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Day Tour from Zadar - simple, comfortable and safe:
$37
Alcohol
The average person spends about €14 on alcoholic beverages in Cannes per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about €9.30 on alcoholic beverages in Zadar per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
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Half and Full-Day Provencal Wine Tours:
$74
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Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting:
$135
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Provence Wine Tour - Private Day Tour from Cannes:
$342
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Private Day Trip: Wine Tasting Tour Including Pinic Lunch From Cannes:
$559
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5-Hour Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze, Nice, Wine Tasting:
$658
Sample the Local Flavors in Zadar
Also in Zadar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cannes and Zadar, we can see that Cannes is more expensive. And not only is Zadar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zadar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zadar 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 Cannes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cannes than you might in Zadar.
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