Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Holloko?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Holloko or Podgorica?
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 Holloko and Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Holloko or Podgorica?
Holloko
Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, The Best River Cruises in Hungary, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHolloko $46Podgorica $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Holloko is $46, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $114. 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 Holloko and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHolloko $22Podgorica $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHolloko $44Podgorica $100
Compare Hotels in Holloko and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Holloko 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: Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Holloko $12Podgorica $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Transfer Podgorica city center- Podgorica Airport: $22
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer: Podgorica Airport TGD to Podgorica in Sedan Car: $34
- Private Transfer to Budva: $38
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport in Business Car: $40
- Private Transfer From Podgorica Airport TGD To Kotor Cruise Port: $47
- Private Transfer from Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port: $47
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $56
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Holloko or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Holloko 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 dayHolloko $16Podgorica $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Podgorica
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Podgorica.
- Hard Rock Cafe Podgorica with Set Lunch or Dinner: $17
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Holloko $7.35Podgorica $22
Tours and Activities in Holloko
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Holloko are as follows:
- Hollókő: Village Tour and Folklore Programme: $234
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.15
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Lake Skadar Grmozur Fortress and Monastery Cruise: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Private Podgorica City Walking Tour: $38
- Skadar Lake Cruise with Onboard Lunch: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHolloko $9.25Podgorica $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $92
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $105
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $119
- 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 Holloko and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. And not only is Holloko much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Holloko would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Holloko 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica than you might in Holloko.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Holloko Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Holloko or Podgorica?
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 Holloko or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Holloko are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Holloko is cooler than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Holloko averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Holloko. Holloko usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Holloko gets 278 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Holloko usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Holloko gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHolloko 21°C (70°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Holloko or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Holloko during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Holloko is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Holloko in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Holloko often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Holloko gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Holloko usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Holloko gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHolloko 12°C (53°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Holloko or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Holloko and Podgorica.
Holloko can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Holloko is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Holloko average around -1°C (31°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Holloko usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Holloko gets 61 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Holloko usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Holloko gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHolloko -1°C (31°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Holloko or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Holloko as well as Podgorica.
Holloko is cooler than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Holloko averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Holloko often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Holloko gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Holloko usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Holloko gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHolloko 12°C (53°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Holloko
| Holloko | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 48 mm (1.9 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.