Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Catania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Catania or Mostar?
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 Catania and Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Mostar?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatania €120Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €120, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Catania and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Catania and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Catania or Mostar? 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: Catania Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- Sicily: Catania Airport Bus Transfer to Giardini Naxos: $5.99
- Catania International Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Syracuse: $6.63
- Catania International Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Taormina: $7.49
- Sicily: Catania Airport Bus Transfer to Licata: $9.84
- Private Transfer from Catania Airport (CTA) to Siracusa Port: $44
- Catania Airport: Private Transfer to Catania and Acireale: $52
- Mt Etna: Winter Trekking Tour with Optional Catania Transfer: $52
- Private Transfer from Catania Airport (CTA) to Messina Port: $61
- From Catania Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Catania: $63
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to TAORMINA (and VICEVERSA): $69
- Catania Private Transfer (Taormina, Siracusa, Noto, Messina, Naxos, Etna, etc): $71
- Taxi Catania Airport with transfer to Syracuse or Taormina: $76
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Catania 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 dayCatania €41Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $38
- Catania Street Food Tour: $52
- Cooking class & visit to the Catania Historical market: $59
- Patisserie Food tour: $60
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $63
- Food tour of Catania by night: $64
- Catania Street Food Tour: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $73
- Aci Trezza boat tour with dinner on board: $85
- Cooking Class Tiramisù: $95
- Cooking Class Arancini in Catania: $96
- Cooking class Pizza: $96
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catania €19Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- One-way tickets to travel between airport and city: $2.69
- Benedictine Monastery of Guided tour in English: $11
- Heart of the City Guided Walking Tour: $21
- The heart of the City - Guided tour in Italian: $21
- Underground Catania Tickets and Guided Tour: $21
- the heart of the City - Guided Walking Tour: $21
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $24
- City Highlights Tour with Guide: $27
- Food Tasting Tour in an ancient church: $35
- Tasting tour in the ancient church of Piazza Scammacca: $35
- Pozzo di Gaspare Farm Guided Tour with Tastings: $37
- 2 hours guided tour of Catania: $40
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995 Entrance Ticket: $5.94
- Walking tour in Old Town Mostar: $18
- Walking Tour in Old Town Mostar: $20
- Mostar city Tour: $22
- Mostar Walking Tour: Orient in the West: $22
- Mostar in War: Historical Walking Tour: $22
- Street Art Guided Tour in Mostar: $22
- Mostar Private Walking Tour - where East meets West: $32
- Mostar Shelters tour in Mostar: $37
- The Ottoman Experience Tour in Mostar: $37
- The Death of Yugoslavia Tour in Mostar: $38
- Private Half-Day Oriental Tour of Mostar with Food Tasting: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volcanic Wine Tasting in a Metropolitan Market: $48
- Wine Tasting in the South Slope of Etna: $50
- Etna: Urban Winery, Vineyards Walk & Wine Tasting at Sunset: $62
- Wine tour in Catania: $102
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $116
- Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania: $126
- From Mt.Etna picnic and wine tasting: $128
- Guided Tour of Etna with Wine Tasting & Appetizers: $139
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $147
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $158
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $265
- From Catania/Taormina: Mount Etna Private Wine Tasting Tour: $433
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Mostar, we can see that Catania is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Catania would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catania than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catania Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Catania or Mostar?
Catania has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Catania and Mostar, 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 Catania or Mostar?
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 Catania or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Catania are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Catania because of the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Catania is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Catania in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Mostar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Catania. Catania usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during summer. Catania gets 325 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Catania usually receives less rain than Mostar. Catania gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCatania 26°C (79°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Catania or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Catania during the autumn are popular places to visit. The hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Catania this time of year.
In October, Catania is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 19°C (67°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Catania often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Catania gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Catania. Catania usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Catania gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCatania 19°C (67°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Catania or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Catania and Mostar. Many travelers come to Catania for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Catania is much warmer than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Catania usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during winter. Catania gets 153 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Catania usually receives less rain than Mostar. Catania gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCatania 10°C (51°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Catania or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Catania as well as Mostar. Many visitors come to Catania in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Catania is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Catania in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Catania this time of the year. In the spring, Catania often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Catania gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Catania usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Catania gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCatania 15°C (58°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Catania
| Catania | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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