Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Cinque Terre?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cinque Terre or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cinque Terre or Podgorica, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cinque Terre or Podgorica?
Cinque Terre
Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.
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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in 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 dayCinque Terre €140Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Cinque Terre is €140, 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 Cinque Terre and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCinque Terre €72Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCinque Terre €144Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Cinque Terre and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Cinque Terre 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: Cinque Terre Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cinque Terre €16Podgorica €20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
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Ferry Day Pass€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre
Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to La Spezia by car or van: $142
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Cinque Terre or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Cinque Terre 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 dayCinque Terre €41Podgorica €41
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza€9.50
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Panini€3.75
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€52
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Fresh Focaccia€2.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $195
- Cinque Terre Food Tour (half day): $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cinque Terre €13Podgorica €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)€10
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella€16
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)€5.00
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Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)€12
Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore: $49
- Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre : $59
- Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $73
- From La Spezia: Cinque Terre Tour by Train with Limoncino: $89
- La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $95
- Cinque Terre Kayak Adventure from Riomaggiore: $98
- Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $98
- Half Day Guided Tour of the Cinque Terre from the Sea: $104
- 2-Hour Boat Tour at sunset in the Cinque Terre with Pesto tasting and focaccia: $104
- Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour: $109
- The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Sunset Cruise with Aperitif: $131
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCinque Terre €6.71Podgorica €20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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Glass of Local Wine€2.90
Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Tour with Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $60
- Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $74
- Eco Hiking and Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre : $97
- Cinque Terre Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings: $169
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 Cinque Terre and Podgorica, we can see that Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cinque Terre or Podgorica?
Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre or Podgorica?
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 Cinque Terre or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cinque Terre as well as Podgorica. The summer months attract visitors to Cinque Terre because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cinque Terre is around the same temperature as Podgorica. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cinque Terre in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Podgorica averages at about 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cinque Terre this time of the year. In the summer, Cinque Terre often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 316 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Cinque Terre usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCinque Terre 24°C (75°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Cinque Terre are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year.
In October, Cinque Terre is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Cinque Terre average around 17°C (63°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. Cinque Terre usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Cinque Terre gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. It's quite rainy in Cinque Terre. In October, Cinque Terre usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCinque Terre 17°C (63°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Cinque Terre during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Cinque Terre for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Cinque Terre is a little warmer than Podgorica in the winter. The daily temperature in Cinque Terre averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Cinque Terre often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 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 Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCinque Terre 8°C (46°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cinque Terre and Podgorica. Many visitors come to Cinque Terre in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Cinque Terre is around the same temperature as Podgorica. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cinque Terre in April average around 14°C (57°F), and Podgorica averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Cinque Terre usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Cinque Terre gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Cinque Terre usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Cinque Terre gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCinque Terre 14°C (57°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Cinque Terre
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.