Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Messina?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Messina or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Messina and Mostar 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: Messina or Mostar?
Messina
Messina is a city in the northwest area of Sicily. There are only five kilometers across the Straits of Messina to the Calabria region of mainland Italy. You can reach Messina by boats which travel every hour from the town of Villa San Giovanni in mainland Italy. There are also a couple of hydrofoils that make the trip every day from Reggio di Calabria. During the summer season don't be surprised to see cruise ships arriving with crowds of tourists. They are usually docked right downtown and are therefore hard to miss. Messina is also connected to mainland Italy by train, which are transported across the Straits of Messina by ferry.
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 Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, 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 dayMessina €118Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Messina is €118, 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 Messina and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMessina €65Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMessina €130Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Messina and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Messina 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: Messina Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Messina €22Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Messina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Messina:
- From Private Air-Conditioned Transfer to Taormina: $99
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 Messina or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Messina 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 dayMessina €37Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Messina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Messina.
- Private Home Cooking Demo with a Four-Course Meal: $112
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Messina: $115
- Market Tour & Lunch/Dinner at a Cesarina's Home: $149
- Messina Private Home Cooking Class: $155
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Messina: $158
- Market Tour, Private Home Cooking Class and Dinner: $202
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.Messina €21Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Messina
Here are a few actual costs in Messina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alfotour 2/3 hour tour with swimming stop: $32
- 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour: $46
- Guided City Highlights Walking Tour: $47
- The Godfather Movie Tour from Messina: $84
- Messina Taormina: cultural heritage experience: $85
- Messina and Taormina City Tour from Messina - Private tour: $87
- Taormina Shore Excursion from Messina - Shared tour: $87
- Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina: $98
- 3-Hour Messina Segway PT Authorized Tour: $118
- Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion: $120
- Etna Alcantara tour: the majestic lava landscape : $126
- Taormina and Castelmola: Private tour: $149
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 dayMessina €18Mostar €3.47
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 Messina and Mostar, we can see that Messina 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 Messina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Messina 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 Messina Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Messina or Mostar?
Messina has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Messina 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 Messina 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 Messina or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Messina and Mostar. Many visitors come to Messina in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Messina is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Messina average around 27°C (80°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Messina, it's very sunny this time of the year. Messina usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during summer. Messina gets 332 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Messina usually receives less rain than Mostar. Messina gets 19 mm (0.8 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 JulyMessina 27°C (80°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Messina or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Messina as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Messina for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Messina is a little warmer than Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Messina averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Messina often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Messina gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Messina receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Messina usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Messina gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMessina 21°C (69°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Messina or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Messina are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Messina because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Messina is much warmer than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Messina in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Messina usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during winter. Messina gets 115 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. It's quite rainy in Messina. In January, Messina usually receives less rain than Mostar. Messina gets 113 mm (4.5 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 JanuaryMessina 13°C (55°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Messina or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Messina during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Messina this time of year.
In April, Messina is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Messina average around 16°C (60°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Messina. In the spring, Messina often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Messina gets 207 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. Messina usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Messina gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMessina 16°C (60°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Messina
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 113 mm (4.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 24 mm (1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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