Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Nairobi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Nairobi or Dubrovnik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nairobi and Dubrovnik 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: Nairobi or Dubrovnik?
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.
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 Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, 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 dayNairobi $67Dubrovnik $180
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $67, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $180. 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 Nairobi and Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Dubrovnik $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Dubrovnik $148
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Dubrovnik $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:
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Taxi from Airport$9.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nairobi to Maasai Mara Reserve: $215
- Private Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli national park: $197
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or City to Mara by road: $160
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or city To Maasai Mara By Road: $135
- Private Arrival Transfer in Nairobi: $115
- Private Jomo Kenyatta International Airport JKIA Transfers to Nairobi Hotels: $95
- Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive and Transfer: $95
- Airport Transfer (one Way): $80
- Private Transfer from Nairobi to Naivasha: $70
- Nairobi Airport Transfers: $69
- Airport transfers in Nairobi: $60
- Private Airport transfer in Nairobi to Hotels: $54
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$1.62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zagreb to VIP Transfer with Your Choice of Tours: $846
- Transfers up to 3 persons to or from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik: $61
- Transfer to from Slano up to 7 persons to or from Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik APT: $115
- Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split: $229
- Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik city: $69
- Transfer Dubrovnik-Dubrovnik airport: $45
- Transfer Dubrovnik to Split with Sightseeing in Ston Town: $282
- Transfer Dubrovnik > Bosnia: Sarajevo / Mostar / Jajce / Trebinje / Pocitelj etc: $50
- Taxi transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar Bosnia and Herzegovina: $275
- Split: TO Dubrovnik Private Transfer with Stop in Ston: $467
- Return transfer to Dubrovnik airport: $26
- Private transfer to Mostar from Dubrovnik: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik and Nairobi 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 dayNairobi $13Dubrovnik $85
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner for Two$5.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi: $21
- Kenyan Cooking Class & Authentic Dining Experience with a Local: $40
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour: $55
- Popular Kenyan Food Cooking Class and Local Market Experience: $60
- Carnivore restaurant Dinner or lunch from Nairobi: $65
- Private Interactive Cooking Class and Market Tour in Kinoo: $65
- Carnivore Resturant Dinner Experience: $68
- Dinner Experience with Cat Show at Safari Park Hotel: $90
- Safari Park Dinner with Safari Cats Dance Show: $97
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class in Nairobi with a Local: $98
- Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner: $100
- Traditional Kikuyu Cooking Class In My Village: $100
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)$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastro Dinner and Cruise around Dubrovnik Old Town: $89
- Dubrovnik Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $113
- Sunset Dubrovnik & Dinner At St Jacob Beach: $115
- Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $125
- Old Town Dubrovnik Food Tour With 8 Authentic Croatian Tastings: $136
- Richet Cooking Class Discover Dubrovnik Culinary Treasures: $137
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik - Dine 50m Above Ground: $149
- Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson: $155
- Dubrovnik Sunset Cruise with dinner on board: $157
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $160
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $198
- Blue Cave, Elaphiti Islands, Wine Tasting and Cooking Experience: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Dubrovnik $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Village Visit$15
Tours and Activities in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha: $139
- 1 Day Hiking Adventure At Mt Longonot From Nairobi(minimum 2 Pax): $225
- 1 Day Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate National Park Tour: $150
- 1 Day Tour to Amboseli National Park: $200
- 1 Day tour of Lake Nakuru National Park: $250
- 2-Hour Private Kibera Slum Guided Tour: $90
- 3 Day Maasai Mara Group Safari Big Five Adventure from Nairobi: $300
- 3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Tour with 4x4 Jeep: $195
- 3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara Safari Witness the Jungle Experience: $270
- 3 Days 8th Wonder Of The World with Maasai Mara Great Tour: $242
- 3 Days Amboseli Private Safari Tour: $52
- 3 Days Maasai Mara Camping Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser Jeep: $285
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)$15
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$60
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$51
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $81
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $160
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $126
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $86
- 4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- ATV Dubrovnik Safari Tour: Mt Srd & Traditional Villages: $120
- Adults Only Sunset Cruise in Dubrovnik on a 16th-Century Karaka: $47
- Adventure Dalmatia - Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik: $52
- Adventure Park Cadmos Village from Dubrovnik: $206
- Ancient Old City– Finest tour of Dubrovnik: $29
- Ancient Ston Walls & Exquisite Oysters: A Half-Day Adventure: $204
- Best Dubrovnik Tour for Cruise Passengers: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Dubrovnik $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:
- Food and Wine Tasting Experience at Five Senses Restaurant: $155
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Dubrovnik Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting: $40
- Panoramic Dubrovnik Tour Golden Hour Sunset and Wine Tasting: $44
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $69
- Private Scenic Sunset Tour & Premium Wine Tasting Above Dubrovnik: $74
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $79
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $79
- Dubrovnik Private Sunset Tour: Mt Srd & Wine Tasting: $83
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik -Train Ride &Wine Tasting: $92
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $92
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $101
- Konavle Valley Tour, Train Ride and Wine Tasting from Kolocep: $102
- Half-Day Tour from Dubrovnik to Konavle with Wine Tasting: $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nairobi is in Africa and Dubrovnik is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Dubrovnik?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi 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.
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.