Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Dubrovnik?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil? 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 Guayaquil?
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.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubrovnik $177Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubrovnik is $177, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubrovnik $73Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubrovnik $146Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Dubrovnik and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Dubrovnik or Guayaquil? 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 Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubrovnik $24Guayaquil $15
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$1.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zagreb to VIP Transfer with Your Choice of Tours: $846
- Transfers to and from Ston area to and from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik airport: $178
- Transfer to from Slano up to 7 persons to or from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik APT: $115
- Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split: $229
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik city: $69
- Transfer Dubrovnik-Dubrovnik airport: $45
- Transfer Dubrovnik to Split with Sightseeing in Ston Town: $282
- Taxi transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar Bosnia and Herzegovina: $275
- Taxi transfer from Dubrovnik to Međugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina: $275
- Split: TO Dubrovnik Private Transfer with Stop in Ston: $467
- Return transfer to Dubrovnik airport: $26
- Private van Transfer Service in Dubrovnik: $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $246
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $223
- Private Transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil Airport(GYE): $223
- Private Transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil city hotels: $223
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil city hotels to Manta Cruise Port: $223
- Private Transfer Guayaquil Airport GYE to Guayaquil by Car or Van: $48
- Departure Private Transfer: Guayaquil City to Guayaquil Airport: $48
- Shared transfer from Hotel to Airport in Guayaquil: $43
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $20
- Guayaquil to Guayaquil Airport GYE Departure Private Transfer: $18
- Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubrovnik or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil 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 $84Guayaquil $50
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)$32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastro Dinner and Cruise around Dubrovnik Old Town: $89
- Old Town Dubrovnik Food Tour With 8 Authentic Croatian Tastings: $109
- Dubrovnik Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $113
- Sunset Dubrovnik & Dinner At St Jacob Beach: $115
- Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $125
- Richet Cooking Class Discover Dubrovnik Culinary Treasures: $137
- Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson: $155
- Dubrovnik Sunset Cruise with dinner on board: $157
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik - Dine 50m Above Ground: $160
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $160
- Ston & Peljesac: All-Inclusive 5-Course Dinner with Premium Wine: $166
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $198
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guayaquil Historical Tour Ecuadorian Cooking and Cacao Experience: $97
- Wagyu Cooking Class in Guayaquil: $135
- Cooking Class, Wine & Chocolate Experience: $174
- Half Day of Cooking and Chocolate at Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil: $175
- Stopover tour in Guayaquil with cooking class and accommodation: $175
- Gastronomic workshop tour, live cooking, Learn about the Ecuadorian culinary art: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubrovnik $17Guayaquil $21
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)$15
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$60
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$51
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $81
- 2 Hours Private Dubrovnik City Walls Walking Tour: $158
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $126
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $86
- Adults Only Sunset Cruise in Dubrovnik on a 16th-Century Karaka: $58
- Adventure Dalmatia - Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik: $52
- Ancient Old City– Finest tour of Dubrovnik: $29
- Ancient Ston Walls & Exquisite Oysters: A Half-Day Adventure: $204
- Best Dubrovnik Tour for Cruise Passengers: $74
- Best of Dubrovnik Panorama Private Tour: Mount Srdj & Bridge: $69
- Best of Montenegro PRIVATE Tour by CRUISER TAXI DUBROVNIK: $263
- Blue & Green Cave Tour with Elaphite Island Stop from Dubrovnik: $46
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Astonishing Mangroves & Dry forest /Chocolate experience trip: $280
- Churute Mangroves and Birdwatching Tour Guayaquil: $245
- Cocoa and Tropical Fruits Farm with Fine Chocolate Experience: $144
- Cultural Tour of the Museums of Guayaquil: $35
- Dolphin Watching Experience in Puerto El Morro from Guayaquil: $165
- Excursion Day Zhagal Thermal Baths Tour from Guayaquil: $175
- From Cloud Forest/Waterfalls Private Tour & Lunch: $189
- Full Day Churute Howler Monkeys and Chocolate Tour: $276
- Full Day Dolphins Mangroves and Birdwatching Tour from Guayaquil: $231
- Full Day Private Churute Mangroves Reserve and Cocoa Farm Tour: $255
- Full Day Tour Mangroves Dolphins and Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil: $225
- Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubrovnik $19Guayaquil $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Dubrovnik Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting: $40
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $69
- Private Scenic Sunset Tour & Premium Wine Tasting Above Dubrovnik: $74
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $79
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $79
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $91
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik -Train Ride &Wine Tasting: $91
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $101
- Konavle Valley Tour, Train Ride and Wine Tasting from Kolocep: $102
- Sunset wine tasting in vineyard: $103
- Peljesac Peninsula Day Trip from Wine Tasting and Ston Village Tour: $132
- Peljesac peninsula private wine tour from Dubrovnik: $137
Sample the Local Flavors in Guayaquil
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
- Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu: $65
- Premium Wine Tasting and 3-Course Pairing Menu in Guayaquil.: $86
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting: $428
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubrovnik and Guayaquil, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubrovnik is in Europe and Guayaquil is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dubrovnik Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubrovnik or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Dubrovnik and Guayaquil, 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 Guayaquil?
Dubrovnik has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubrovnik and Guayaquil. Many travelers come to Dubrovnik for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Dubrovnik is around the same temperature as Guayaquil in the summer. The daily temperature in Dubrovnik averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Dubrovnik usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Dubrovnik gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubrovnik 25°C (77°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dubrovnik as well as Guayaquil. Many visitors come to Dubrovnik in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the autumn, Dubrovnik is cooler than Guayaquil. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dubrovnik in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Dubrovnik usually gets more rain in October than Guayaquil. Dubrovnik gets 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubrovnik 18°C (64°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil in the Winter?
Both Guayaquil and Dubrovnik are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Dubrovnik is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Dubrovnik average around 9°C (48°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. In January, Dubrovnik usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Dubrovnik gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubrovnik 9°C (48°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dubrovnik or Guayaquil in the Spring?
Both Guayaquil and Dubrovnik during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the beaches and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Dubrovnik is much colder than Guayaquil in the spring. The daily temperature in Dubrovnik averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Dubrovnik gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubrovnik 14°C (57°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Dubrovnik
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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