Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Porvoo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Porvoo or Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo. 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 Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
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 Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPorvoo €132Sarajevo €66
The average daily cost (per person) in Porvoo is €132, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is €66. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorvoo €69Sarajevo €26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorvoo €138Sarajevo €52
Compare Hotels in Porvoo and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Porvoo or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porvoo €56Sarajevo €6.58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)€1.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer tour Sarajevo-Dubrovnik: $163
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Neum: $176
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Belgrade: $288
- Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $251
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Kotor+Herzegovina tour: $126
- Split Private Transfer Service: $299
- Private Transfer to and from Sarajevo Airport: $25
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Split: $321
- Dubrovnik Private Transfer Service: $299
- Airport transfers and all other transfers 4 people: $27
- Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $203
- Sarajevo to/from Zagreb Transfer Day Tour (North-central Bosnia): $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Porvoo or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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 €30Sarajevo €29
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 Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Porvoo €21Sarajevo €11
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)€7.16
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour in Sarajevo and Mostar: $163
- 4-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour with Food Tastings and Craft Experience: $44
- 8 to 9 Hours Daily Tour To Travnik and Jajce From Sarajevo: $104
- Amazing Prokoško jezero - Full day Tour: $82
- Assassination Tour: $27
- BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology): $64
- Best of Sarajevo - Full Day All Inclusive Tour: $76
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Half-Day Tour from Sarajevo: $81
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Tour from Sarajevo: $79
- Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour: $45
- Bosnia's Treasures: 7-Day Private Tour: $1,310
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $161
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPorvoo €9.93Sarajevo €6.88
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porvoo and Sarajevo, we can see that Porvoo is more expensive. And not only is Sarajevo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sarajevo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Porvoo Expensive? and Is Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Porvoo. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo and Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Porvoo or Sarajevo in the Summer?
Both Sarajevo and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
In the summer, Porvoo is much colder than Sarajevo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Porvoo in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Sarajevo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porvoo. Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during summer. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPorvoo 17°C (62°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
Both Sarajevo and Porvoo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Porvoo is generally much colder than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 6°C (42°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Porvoo usually gets less rain in October than Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPorvoo 6°C (42°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Sarajevo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Sarajevo. Also, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Porvoo. Porvoo is much colder than Sarajevo in the winter. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around -6°C (21°F) in January, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during winter. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPorvoo -6°C (21°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Sarajevo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Sarajevo. Also, most visitors come to Sarajevo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Porvoo can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Porvoo is much colder than Sarajevo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Porvoo in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Porvoo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. Porvoo usually gets less rain in April than Sarajevo. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPorvoo 3°C (37°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Porvoo
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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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