Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Mostar?
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
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 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, 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 dayHamburg €117Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, 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 Hamburg and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Mostar €8.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg Airport(HAM): $38
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Hamburg Cruise Port: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $41
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM Departure : $41
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg City Hotels: $51
- Private Transfer from Hamburg City Hotels to Hamburg Cruise Port: $51
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Hotels to Bremerhaven Cruise Port: $65
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $76
- Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Port: $78
- Private Transfer from Hamburg City to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $78
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $83
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:
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Hamburg 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 dayHamburg €35Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
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.Hamburg €39Mostar €8.78
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Speicherstadt and HafenCity": $3.20
- Selfguided Audiotour "Old Town and City Center": $3.20
- Deutsche Hafen & St.Pauli Bezahl-Was-ihr-wollt Tour zu Fuß: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Harbor&St. Pauli Pay-What-You-Want 2-Hour Walking Tour: $3.21
- English Hamburg City Center Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- German Hamburg Historic City Center Pay-What-You-Want Tour: $3.21
- English Harbor&St.Pauli Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.26
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in St. Pauli: $4.60
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 dayHamburg €17Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
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 Hamburg and Mostar, we can see that Hamburg 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg 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 Hamburg Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Mostar?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Mostar. The summer months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Hamburg is much colder than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Hamburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Mostar. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 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 JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Mostar. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
In the autumn, Hamburg is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hamburg in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Hamburg usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hamburg. In January, Hamburg is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 0°C (33°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In January, Hamburg usually receives less rain than Mostar. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 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 JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Hamburg during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the spring for the natural beauty.
Hamburg is much colder than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hamburg usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Hamburg
| Hamburg | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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