A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nantes vs. Mostar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nantes or Mostar?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nantes or Mostar, 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: Nantes or Mostar?

Nantes

Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.

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 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.


Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Nantes?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Nantes is €108, 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 Nantes and Mostar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nantes 60
    Mostar 34
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nantes 120
    Mostar 68
Compare Hotels in Nantes and Mostar

Looking for a hotel in Nantes 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.

Hotels in Nantes


Hotels in Mostar


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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: Nantes Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nantes 36
    Mostar 8.11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes

Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
  • Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
  • Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
  • Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
  • Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
  • Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
  • Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
  • Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
  • Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:


  • Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)
    20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:

  • Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
  • Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
  • Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
  • Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
  • Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
  • Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291

Is it cheaper to fly into Nantes or Mostar?

Prices for flights to both Mostar and Nantes 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nantes 27
    Mostar 24

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nantes

For Nantes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
  • All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145

Typical Food Prices in Mostar

Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:


  • 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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nantes 13
    Mostar 8.78

Tours and Activities in Nantes

For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
  • Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.42
  • Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
  • Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $50
  • Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
  • Welcome to Private Tour with a Local: $51
  • Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
  • Panoramic Tour by Electric Bike: $59
  • PANORAMA TOUR OF NANTES by electric bike: $60
  • Nantes : Must-see Attractions Walking Tour: $75

Tours and Activities in Mostar

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:

  • Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
  • 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
  • Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
  • All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
  • Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
  • Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
  • Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
  • Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
  • Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
  • Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
  • Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
  • Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nantes 6.43
    Mostar 3.47

Sample the Local Flavors in Nantes

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nantes:

  • Château du Bois-Huaut: Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class: $35

Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:


  • 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 Nantes and Mostar, we can see that Nantes 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 Nantes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nantes 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 Nantes Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nantes or Mostar?

Nantes has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Nantes 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 Nantes or Mostar?

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 Nantes or Mostar in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Nantes as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Nantes for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Nantes is cooler than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Nantes averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mostar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nantes this time of the year. In the summer, Nantes often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Nantes gets 267 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.

Nantes usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Mostar. Nantes gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Nantes 19°C (67°F) 
    Mostar 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Nantes or Mostar in the Autumn?

Both Mostar and Nantes are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Nantes because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Nantes is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nantes in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).

Nantes usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Nantes gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In October, Nantes usually receives less rain than Mostar. Nantes gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Nantes 13°C (56°F) 
    Mostar 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Nantes or Mostar in the Winter?

Both Mostar and Nantes during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Nantes this time of year.

In January, Nantes is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Nantes average around 6°C (42°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Nantes often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Nantes gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.

Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nantes usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Nantes gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Nantes 6°C (42°F) 
    Mostar 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Nantes or Mostar in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Nantes and Mostar. Many travelers come to Nantes for the natural beauty.

Nantes is cooler than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Nantes averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

Nantes usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during spring. Nantes gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.

Mostar receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Nantes usually receives less rain than Mostar. Nantes gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Nantes 11°C (51°F) 
    Mostar 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Mostar and Nantes

Nantes Mostar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (42°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) 6°C (42°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Feb 6°C (44°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Mar 8°C (47°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (51°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Apr 11°C (51°F) 50 mm (2 in) 14°C (58°F) 127 mm (5 in)
May 14°C (57°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 22°C (72°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 26°C (78°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 26°C (78°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 22°C (71°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 13°C (56°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 17°C (62°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Nov 9°C (48°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Dec 6°C (43°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)