Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Porvoo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Porvoo or Mostar?
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 Porvoo and Mostar. 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: Porvoo or Mostar?
Porvoo
Porvoo is a city and a municipality situated on the southern coast of Finland approximately 50 kilometers east of Helsinki. Porvoo is one of the six medieval towns in Finland, first mentioned as a city in texts from 14th century. Even though Porvoo is not exactly a coastal town, it is connected to the Gulf of Finland via the Porvoo River. The river flows through the city, passing Porvoo's most well-known landmarks: the red shore houses. Historically, Porvoo has been an important center of trade. Founded nearly 800 years ago, Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland and evidence of its long history can still be seen and felt as you walk its charming streets. For centuries, the city has served as both a home and a source of inspiration for many Finnish artists.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, 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 dayPorvoo €132Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Porvoo is €132, 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 Porvoo and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorvoo €69Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorvoo €138Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Porvoo and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Porvoo 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: Porvoo Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porvoo €56Mostar €8.11
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:
- 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 Porvoo or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Porvoo 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 dayPorvoo €30Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Porvoo
For Porvoo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for 2€42
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.Porvoo €21Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Porvoo
For Porvoo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Tour: Porvoo Exclusive Journey: $604
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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPorvoo €9.93Mostar €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 Porvoo and Mostar, we can see that Porvoo 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 Porvoo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Porvoo 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 Porvoo Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Porvoo. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo 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 Porvoo 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 Porvoo or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Mostar.
In July, Porvoo is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 17°C (62°F), 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 Porvoo this time of the year. In the summer, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Porvoo usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPorvoo 17°C (62°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Porvoo is much colder than Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around 6°C (42°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Porvoo gets 90 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, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Mostar. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPorvoo 6°C (42°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Porvoo during the winter are popular places to visit.
Porvoo can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Porvoo is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Porvoo in January average around -6°C (21°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Porvoo gets 39 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. Porvoo usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPorvoo -6°C (21°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Mostar.
The weather in Porvoo can be very cold. In April, Porvoo is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 3°C (37°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Porvoo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during spring. Porvoo gets 183 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, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Mostar. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPorvoo 3°C (37°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Porvoo
| Porvoo | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (21°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 34 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (51°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (26°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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