Which place is cheaper, Bologna or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Bologna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Moscow and Bologna. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Moscow or Bologna?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Italy, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Bologna $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Bologna is $170. 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 Moscow and Bologna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Bologna $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Bologna $186
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Bologna
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Bologna? 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: Bologna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Bologna $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sidomulyo Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kedungsari: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Delima: $43
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Harjosari: $43
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Cinta Raja: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Tour Ferrari, Lambo, Parmesan, Vinegar, Wine with Transfer: $503
- Siena: Private Round-Trip Transfer from/to Bologna Airport: $690
- Ravenna/Cruise Port to Torcello (water taxi) - Arrival Transfer: $178
- Ravenna port to Ravenna hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Venice,Piazzale Roma Roundtrip Transfer: $240
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Venice + water taxi - Arrival Transfer: $159
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Murano + water taxi -RoundTrip Transfer: $300
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Burano + water taxi - Arrival Transfer: $163
- Ravenna city or Cruise Port to Bologna Airport(BLQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $113
- Ravenna Port to Ravenna Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- Ravenna Cruise Port to Venice + water taxi- Round Trip Transfer: $290
- Ravenna Cruise Port to Rome Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $288
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Bologna?
Prices for flights to both Bologna and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Bologna $42
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Virtual Cooking Class: Ravioli variations with classic tomato sauce: $35
- Bologna Food Tour including Tagliatelle, Mortadella, Wine: $57
- Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $73
- Exclusive Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $74
- Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $75
- Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal: $80
- Traditional Recipes Cooking Class with Local Wines: $82
- Hands on Home Cooking Class: $84
- Walking Food Tour with a Local Guide: $84
- Tastes and Traditions Food Tour with Market Visit: $84
- Tastes & Traditions of Food Tour with Market Visit: $86
- Bologna traditional food tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Bologna $41
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)$34
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$123
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)$72
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)$13
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)$13
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- the red medieval pearl and its delicious food (private tour): $284
- 2 Hours Bologna Guided Private Tour for Kids and Families : $179
- 2-Hour Bike Tour to Discover Bologna's Squares and Monuments: $147
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Discovering the "Musical" Side of Bologna: $71
- 2.5-hour Bologna City and University Walking Tour: $131
- 3 hours walking tour with tastings: Bologna "La Grassa": $185
- Art and taste tour: from Magnani Rocca to Parma ham: $210
- BOLOGNA FOOD WALKING TOUR (morning or evening PRIVATE tour): $207
- Best of Private & Personalised Walking Experience: $81
- Best walking tour of Bologna: $158
- Bike Tour Bologna: $142
- Bologna - Old Town Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Bologna $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $38
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $53
- Monte San Pietro: Montevecchio Isolani Tour & Wine Tasting: $53
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $69
- Wine Tasting Tour in One of the Oldest Inns: $70
- Bologna Wine Tasting in One of the Oldest Inns: $71
- Small-Group Half-Day Wine Tour with Tasting in Dozza Village: $102
- Taste the real Bologna Food and Wine tour: $107
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Local Guide: $118
- Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting: $131
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with a local guide : $138
- Italian Wine Tasting on the Panoramic Terrace in Bologna: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Bologna, we can see that Bologna is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Bologna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Bologna?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bologna. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Bologna, 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 Moscow or Bologna?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Moscow or Bologna in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Bologna. Also, many visitors come to Bologna in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Moscow is generally cooler than Bologna. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 19°C (67°F), and Bologna fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in July than Bologna. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Bologna 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bologna in the Autumn?
Both Bologna and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Bologna for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Moscow is much colder than Bologna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Bologna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bologna. In October, Moscow usually receives less rain than Bologna. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Bologna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bologna in the Winter?
Both Bologna and Moscow during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Bologna because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Bologna can be very cold. Moscow can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Moscow is much colder than Bologna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Moscow in January average around -8°C (17°F), and Bologna averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in January than Bologna. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Bologna 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bologna in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Bologna. Furthermore, the natural beauty are the main draw to Bologna this time of year.
In April, Moscow is generally much colder than Bologna. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 7°C (45°F), and Bologna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In April, Moscow usually receives less rain than Bologna. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Bologna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Bologna and Moscow
| Moscow | Bologna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
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