Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Lugo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lugo or Zagreb?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lugo or Zagreb, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lugo or Zagreb?
Lugo
Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLugo €98Zagreb €77
The average daily cost (per person) in Lugo is €98, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is €77. 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 Lugo and Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLugo €50Zagreb €48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLugo €100Zagreb €96
Compare Hotels in Lugo and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Lugo or Zagreb? 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: Lugo Hotel Prices and Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lugo €20Zagreb €9.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Airport Zagreb Transfer and Shuttle : $98
- Arrival Private Transfer from Zagreb Airport ZAG to Zagreb City by Business Car: $47
- Departure Private Transfer from Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport ZAG by Minivan: $66
- Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Zagreb-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- From Sarajevo: One-Way Transfer to Zagreb & Plitvice Lakes: $428
- From Split: Transfer to Zagreb with Stop at Plitvice Lakes: $149
- From Plitvice Lakes Round-Trip Comfort Bus Transfer: $16
- From Transfer to Split & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour: $159
- Guided transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes stop: $152
- Luxury Private Transfer Zagreb - Zagreb Airport: $40
- Luxury Private Transfer Zagreb Airport to Hotels and Vice Versa: $87
- One-Way Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Lugo or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb and Lugo 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 dayLugo €34Zagreb €16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $952
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lugo €13Zagreb €12
Tours and Activities in Lugo
Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cathedral of Santa Maria Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $6.42
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $80
- ¡¡NEW!! Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $80
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket: $4.28
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships: $7.49
- Zagreb Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $9.62
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Zagreb's Old Town: Walking In-App Audio Tour(ENG): $11
- Small-Group Walking Highlights Tour: $16
- City Walking Tour w/ Funicular Ride and WW2 Tunnels: $19
- City Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & WW2 Tunnels: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLugo €16Zagreb €8.90
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lugo and Zagreb, we can see that Lugo is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Lugo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lugo than you might in Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lugo Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lugo or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Lugo. When comparing the sizes of Lugo and Zagreb, 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 Lugo or Zagreb?
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 Lugo or Zagreb in the Summer?
Both Zagreb and Lugo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Zagreb in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Lugo is cooler than Zagreb in the summer. The daily temperature in Lugo averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Zagreb fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Zagreb. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lugo. Lugo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Zagreb during summer. Lugo gets 248 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 266 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lugo usually receives less rain than Zagreb. Lugo gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLugo 19°C (66°F)Zagreb 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Lugo or Zagreb in the Autumn?
Both Zagreb and Lugo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Lugo is a little warmer than Zagreb. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lugo in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Zagreb averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the autumn, Lugo often gets more sunshine than Zagreb. Lugo gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 133 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lugo. Lugo usually gets more rain in October than Zagreb. Lugo gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLugo 16°C (61°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Lugo or Zagreb in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lugo and Zagreb. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Zagreb can be very cold. In January, Lugo is generally much warmer than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Lugo average around 11°C (51°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 1°C (35°F).
Lugo usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during winter. Lugo gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 54 hours of full sun in the winter.
Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Lugo usually receives more rain than Zagreb. Lugo gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLugo 11°C (51°F)Zagreb 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Lugo or Zagreb in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lugo as well as Zagreb. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
Lugo is around the same temperature as Zagreb in the spring. The daily temperature in Lugo averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Lugo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Zagreb. Lugo gets 167 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 163 hours of full sun.
Lugo usually gets more rain in April than Zagreb. Lugo gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLugo 13°C (55°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Zagreb and Lugo
| Lugo | Zagreb | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 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.