Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Lodz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lodz or Dubrovnik?
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 Lodz and Dubrovnik can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lodz or Dubrovnik?
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLodz $32Dubrovnik $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Lodz is $32, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $103. 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 Lodz and Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLodz $14Dubrovnik $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLodz $28Dubrovnik $106
Compare Hotels in Lodz and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Lodz or Dubrovnik? 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: Lodz Hotel Prices and Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lodz $6.80Dubrovnik $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
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:
- Transfers from Dubrovnik : $66
- Transfer to from Slano up to 7 persons to or from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik APT: $109
- Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split with 2 hours stop in Ston Town: $86
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik city: $66
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik: $22
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport or Dubrovnik to Sun Gardens, Trsteno or Brsečine: $82
- Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to Dubrovnik: $65
- Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to Dubrovnik: $52
- Transfer Zagreb - Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik - Zagreb: $1,030
- Transfer Dubrovnik-Dubrovnik airport: $41
- Transfer Dubrovnik Airport to Kotor Old town : $197
- Transfer Dubrovnik Airport (Croatia) to Kotor (Montenegro): $198
Is it cheaper to fly into Lodz or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik and Lodz 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 dayLodz $11Dubrovnik $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
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
- Secrets of traditional Dalmatian cuisine with a cooking class: $128
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $179
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $198
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $202
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $209
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $214
- Dubrovnik Food Tour with Friendly Local Guide: $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lodz $5.79Dubrovnik $20
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Krakow and Auschwitz Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $289
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
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.
- MONTENEGRO TOUR from Dubrovnik: $104
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $58
- 1 Hour Shared Dubrovnik Guided Walking Tour : $26
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $20
- 2 Hours Dubrovnik City Walls Group Walking Tour: $49
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $137
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $22
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $108
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $44
- 4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik: $85
- 4 Hours Speed Boat Group Tour of Blue Cave, Lopud, and Kolocep : $85
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $8.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLodz $5.71Dubrovnik $15
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: $49
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $70
- 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
- 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: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lodz and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lodz Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lodz or Dubrovnik?
Lodz has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Lodz and Dubrovnik, 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 Lodz or Dubrovnik?
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 Lodz or Dubrovnik in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lodz and Dubrovnik. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Lodz is cooler than Dubrovnik. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lodz in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In July, Lodz usually receives more rain than Dubrovnik. Lodz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLodz 19°C (65°F)Dubrovnik 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Dubrovnik in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lodz as well as Dubrovnik. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Dubrovnik this time of year.
In October, Lodz is generally much colder than Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Lodz average around 9°C (49°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. Lodz usually gets less rain in October than Dubrovnik. Lodz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLodz 9°C (49°F)Dubrovnik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Dubrovnik in the Winter?
Both Dubrovnik and Lodz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Dubrovnik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Lodz in the winter. Lodz is much colder than Dubrovnik in the winter. The daily temperature in Lodz averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dubrovnik. In January, Lodz usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Lodz gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLodz -3°C (27°F)Dubrovnik 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Dubrovnik in the Spring?
Both Dubrovnik and Lodz during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Dubrovnik in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Lodz is much colder than Dubrovnik. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lodz in April average around 9°C (47°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Dubrovnik gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lodz usually gets less rain in April than Dubrovnik. Lodz gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLodz 9°C (47°F)Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Dubrovnik and Lodz
| Lodz | Dubrovnik | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Dec | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
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