Which place is cheaper, Bled or Dubrovnik?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubrovnik or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Bled? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Dubrovnik or Bled?
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubrovnik $103Bled $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubrovnik is $103, while the average daily cost in Bled is $113. 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 Dubrovnik and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubrovnik $53Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubrovnik $106Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Dubrovnik and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Dubrovnik or Bled? 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: Dubrovnik Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubrovnik $13Bled $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town$1.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers up to 3 persons to or from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik: $49
- Transfers to and from Ston area to and from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik airport: $152
- Transfers from Dubrovnik : $65
- Transfer to from Slano up to 7 persons to or from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik APT: $109
- Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split with 2 hours stop in Ston Town: $86
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik city: $65
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik: $22
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport or Dubrovnik to Sun Gardens, Trsteno or Brsečine: $81
- Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to Dubrovnik: $65
- Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to Dubrovnik: $52
- Transfer Dubrovnik-Dubrovnik airport: $41
- Transfer Dubrovnik Airport to Kotor Old town : $196
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to airport Ljubljana: $209
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $205
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $164
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $136
- Bled- Ljubljana Airport. Private transfer. Price per car.: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubrovnik or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Dubrovnik 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 dayDubrovnik $35Bled $30
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $80
- Gastro Cruise | Dinner and Boat ride around Dubrovnik Old Town: $81
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $178
- 3 Hour Sites and Bites Food Tour in Dubrovnik: $192
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $197
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $201
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $208
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $213
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bled
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour Bled - Explore Slovenia Through Its Tastes: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubrovnik $20Bled $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)$14
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$56
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$48
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- MONTENEGRO TOUR from Dubrovnik: $103
- Montenegro Bay Cruise with Lunch on the Boat from Koločep: $111
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $58
- 1 Hour Shared Dubrovnik Guided Walking Tour : $26
- 1 Hour Sightseeing Tour in Dubrovnik : $104
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $20
- 2 Hours Private Dubrovnik City Walls Walking Tour : $150
- 2 hrs Guided Tour to CAVTAT a Small Place for Great Art: $27
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $136
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $22
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $108
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $44
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting$100
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $152
- 4 hours Fratarica Canyoning Adventure: $114
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $166
- Alpine Adventure in Triglav National Park: $244
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $108
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $91
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $288
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubrovnik $15Bled $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $54
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $84
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik with Train Ride and Wine Tasting: $84
- Interactive Wine Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in Dubrovnik Old Town : $89
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne$19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $42
- Wine Tasting Bled: $62
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $63
- Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $64
When comparing the travel costs between Dubrovnik and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubrovnik Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubrovnik or Bled?
Dubrovnik has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Dubrovnik and Bled, 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 Dubrovnik or Bled?
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 Dubrovnik or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubrovnik and Bled. Many visitors come to Dubrovnik in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Dubrovnik is around the same temperature as Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubrovnik in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Bled averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In July, Dubrovnik usually receives less rain than Bled. Dubrovnik gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubrovnik 25°C (77°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dubrovnik as well as Bled. Most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Dubrovnik is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Dubrovnik average around 18°C (64°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Dubrovnik usually gets more rain in October than Bled. Dubrovnik gets 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubrovnik 18°C (64°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Dubrovnik are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Dubrovnik is much warmer than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubrovnik averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. In January, Dubrovnik usually receives more rain than Bled. Dubrovnik gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubrovnik 9°C (48°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Dubrovnik during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Dubrovnik this time of year.
In the spring, Dubrovnik is around the same temperature as Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubrovnik in April average around 14°C (57°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik usually gets more rain in April than Bled. Dubrovnik gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubrovnik 14°C (57°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Dubrovnik
| Dubrovnik | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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