Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Dubrovnik?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubrovnik or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Costa Vicentina? 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 Costa Vicentina?
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.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubrovnik $103Costa Vicentina $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubrovnik is $103, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is $135. 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 Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubrovnik $53Costa Vicentina $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubrovnik $106Costa Vicentina $144
Compare Hotels in Dubrovnik and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Dubrovnik or Costa Vicentina? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubrovnik $13Costa Vicentina $43
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:
- AirPort Transfers Dubrovnik by CRUISER TAXI: $33
- Airport Transfer Dubrovnik Town to Herceg Novi / Portonovi: $249
- Airport Transfer Dubrovnik to Herceg Novi / Portonovi: $260
- Arrival Private Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport DBV to Dubrovnik City by Minivan: $56
- Arrival Private Transfers: Dubrovnik Airport DBV to Dubrovnik in Luxury Van: $53
- Bus transfer between Dubrovnik and Herceg Novi: $22
- Departure Private Transfer from Dubrovnik City to Dubrovnik Airport by Minivan: $55
- Departure Private Transfer: Dubrovnik City to Dubrovnik Airport by Business Car: $36
- Departure Private Transfers: Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik Airport DBV in Luxury Van: $53
- Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Dubrovnik - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Dubrovnik Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $56
- Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Dubrovnik Cruise Port Arrival Private Transfer: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubrovnik or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina 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 $35Costa Vicentina $37
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
- Food Tour: Taste Dubrovnik: $97
- Secrets of traditional Dalmatian cuisine with a cooking class: $127
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $146
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $166
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $179
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $197
- 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
- Dubrovnik Food Tour with Friendly Local Guide: $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubrovnik $20Costa Vicentina $18
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.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.19
- Selfguided tour of the old town of Dubrovnik: $5.32
- Self-guided tour of the old town of Dubrovnik: $5.46
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.37
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.38
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.38
- Dubrovnik Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.51
- Medieval Adventure City Game: $6.91
- Time Travel Adventure Outdoor Escape Game in Dubrovnik: $7.04
- Historic Center Self-Guided Audio Tour (ENG): $7.70
- Old Town Highlights Tour with Audio Guide: $8.51
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Dubrovnik Old Town: $8.74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubrovnik $15Costa Vicentina $9.44
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
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $69
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Korcula & Peljesac Wine Tasting Group Tour from Dubrovnik: $83
- 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
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $92
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubrovnik and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Costa Vicentina is more expensive. And not only is Dubrovnik much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dubrovnik would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dubrovnik 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 Costa Vicentina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Vicentina than you might in Dubrovnik.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubrovnik Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.