Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Hvar?
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 Hvar or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hvar and Cordoba can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hvar or Cordoba?
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
Cordoba
Cordoba is the capital of the Cordoba province and the second largest city in all of Argentina. The city is in a beautiful setting surrounded by valleys and hills. Within the city you will find many colonial buildings and beautiful architecture. Cordoba also has many universities and scientific institutes, giving it the nickname "La Docta." Because of the large number of students, Cordoba's population is young and active, which keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Hvar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHvar €131Cordoba €58
The average daily cost (per person) in Hvar is €131, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €58. 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 Hvar and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHvar €38Cordoba €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHvar €76Cordoba €92
Compare Hotels in Hvar and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Hvar or Cordoba? 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: Hvar Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hvar €47Cordoba €2.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik with Korčula Stopover: $3,394
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $585
Is it cheaper to fly into Hvar or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Hvar 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 dayHvar €66Cordoba €6.26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Traditional Hvar Cooking Classes, Dinners & 'Poje' Field Tour!: $167
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $205
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $208
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $256
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $298
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hvar €7.51Cordoba €16
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $113
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $24
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $32
- 50 Shades of Blue: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Boat Tour from Hvar: $12
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $94
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $154
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $1,004
- Beautiful Sites of Hvar -Private Walking Tour : $243
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $250
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $119
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $132
- Blue Cave, Blue Lagoon, Pakleni Islands Group boat tour from Hvar: $118
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHvar €9.21Cordoba €6.58
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $93
- Hvar Island E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting and Starters: $115
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $117
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $129
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $173
- Private Best Beaches Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $1,001
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hvar and Cordoba, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hvar is in Europe and Cordoba 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 Cordoba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cordoba 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar than you might in Cordoba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hvar Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hvar or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 390 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Hvar and Cordoba, 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 Hvar or Cordoba?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Cordoba is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Hvar has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Hvar or Cordoba in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hvar as well as Cordoba. Most visitors come to Hvar for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Hvar is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Hvar average around 26°C (80°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In the summer, Hvar often gets more sunshine than Cordobain January. Hvar gets 345 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
Hvar usually gets less rain in July than Cordobain January. Hvar gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHvar 26°C (80°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Hvar or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Hvar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Hvar because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Hvar is a little warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hvar averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hvar. Hvar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during autumn. Hvar gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Hvar usually receives more rain than Cordobain April. Hvar gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHvar 18°C (64°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Hvar or Cordoba in the Winter?
Both Cordoba and Hvar during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
In the winter, Hvar is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hvar in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.
In the winter, Hvar often gets less sunshine than Cordobain July. Hvar gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Hvar usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Hvar gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHvar 8°C (47°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hvar or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hvar and Cordoba. Many travelers come to Hvar for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Hvar is generally cooler than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Hvar average around 15°C (59°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hvar usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Hvar gets 212 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hvar usually receives more rain than Cordobain October. Hvar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHvar 15°C (59°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Hvar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 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.