Should you visit Moscow or Kotor?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Moscow and Kotor. 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. So, let's dig into it.
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.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
Which city is cheaper, Kotor or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $65, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $81. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Moscow and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
For a normal double-occupancy room in Moscow, $82 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Moscow, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is $41, such as in a hostel.
Kotor's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $78. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $39.
Local Transportation
To get around in Moscow, the average visitor spends $6.35 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
The cost of a taxi ride in Kotor is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $7.81 per person, per day, on local transportation in Kotor.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Arrival Private Transfer Moscow Domodedovo DME to Moscow City by Luxury Car:
$124
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Arrival Private Transfer Moscow Domodedovo DME to Moscow by Luxury Van:
$53
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Arrival Private Transfer Moscow Train Station to Moscow City by Luxury Van:
$87
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Arrival Private Transfer Moscow Vnukovo Airport VKO to Moscow City by Luxury Van:
$54
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Arrival Private Transfer Moscow Vnukovo VKO Airport to Moscow by Luxury Car:
$109
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow Domodedovo DME by Luxury Car:
$123
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow Domodedovo DME by Luxury Van:
$59
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow SVO Airport by Luxury Van:
$54
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow Train Station by Business Car:
$38
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow Train Station by Luxury Car:
$87
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow City to Moscow Train Station by Luxury Van:
$87
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Departure Private Transfer Moscow SVO Airport to Moscow City by Luxury Car:
$110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Tivat airport:
$25
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Tivat Airport (TIV):
$77
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver:
$234
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One way private transfer Kotor-Mostar:
$336
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Kotor to Tirana Transfer:
$218
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Kotor - Mostar - one way private transfer:
$236
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Kotor - Dubrovnik: Private One-Way Transfer with Mercedes Vehicles:
$332
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor 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
On average, meal and food prices in Moscow cost around $15 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $6.00.
The average traveler spends about $36 per day in Kotor for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Moscow $15
Kotor $36
Typical Food prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Virtual Home Cooking with Russian Family:
$22
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Moscow Food Tour:
$67
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An evening at the monastery with dinner:
$80
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An Evening at the Monastery with Dinner:
$85
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Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local:
$91
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Private Market Tour and Traditional Russian Cooking Class in Moscow:
$101
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Food Tour:
$102
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Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in a Local Home in Moscow:
$117
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Traditional French-Russian Dinner in a Local's Home:
$118
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Moscow Metro and Russian Dinner Private tour:
$127
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Moscow River Cruise with Dinner and Lively Firework with a Private Guide:
$133
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Private food tour: Russian culinary culture:
$144
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
Entertainment
In Moscow, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $16 per person, per day.
Entertainment and activities in Kotor typically cost an average of $7.02 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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
$16
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Kremlin Entry (2)
$14
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Moscow classical tour:
$6.38
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Admission ticket to Kolomenskoye Historical and Architectural Museum and Reserve:
$7.02
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Tsaritsyno Museum entrance ticket:
$8.14
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Admission ticket to the The Museum of Cosmonautics:
$11
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The Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center Admission Ticket:
$12
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Admission ticket to the State Museum of GULAG's History, Moscow:
$13
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The Museum of Victory Admission Ticket:
$13
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Guided Metro Tour by Night:
$14
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Admission ticket to the Tochka-G Museum of Erotic Art, Moscow:
$14
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Admission ticket to Gallery of the European and American XIX-XX centuries art:
$14
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Tretyakov Gallery Admission Ticket:
$16
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Admission ticket to the New Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow:
$17
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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3 Hours Speed Boat tour to the Blue Cave:
$37
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4-Hour Private Kotor Bay Boat Tour with Lunch and Wine Taste:
$423
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ATV Tour Žabljak Crnojevića:
$277
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Adriatic Jewels Tour: Budva – Saint Stefan – Tivat:
$242
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Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum:
$220
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All inclusive - Lovcen tour:
$83
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Ancient Budva & Unique St.Stephen Shore Tour:
$62
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Aphrodisiac Boat Tour:
$306
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Bay of Kotor Private Speed Boat Tour & Visit to Kotor and Perast:
$231
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Bay of 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour:
$40
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Bike & hike tour:
$83
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Blue Adriatic Cruising Tour:
$319
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Moscow spend on average $8.15 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Kotor may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.18 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Moscow
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Moscow:
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Pub Crawl by Soviet Van:
$76
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Pub Crawl Moscow Guided Tour in Classic Soviet Van:
$79
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Private Wine Tour in Moscow with History, Architecture and Friendly Local Guide:
$121
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
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Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake):
$179
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Traditional and Modern Mixed Wine Tour:
$242
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Gastronomic and Wine Tasting Private Tour:
$721
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Kotor, we can see that Kotor 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 Kotor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kotor than you might in Moscow.
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