Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Reims?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Reims or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Reims or Podgorica, 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: Reims or Podgorica?
Reims
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayReims €131Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Reims is €131, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Reims and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personReims €66Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomReims €132Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Reims and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Reims or Podgorica? 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: Reims Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Reims €39Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reims
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
- Private Transfer From Reims To Paris, 2 Hour Stop in Epernay: $227
- From Transfer and Drive Through the Champagne Region: $856
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Reims or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Reims 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 dayReims €40Podgorica €41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Reims €19Podgorica €21
Tours and Activities in Reims
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Reims Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.95
- Guided Tour of Cathedral of Notre Dame de Reims: $9.62
- Reims UNESCO site: Basilica of Saint-Remi Guided Tour: $9.62
- Reims Art Deco guided tour: $9.62
- Reims Cathedral of Notre Dame Guided Tour: $9.83
- Reims : city-center discovery tour and champagne tasting: $16
- Discovery tour (2 tastings): $20
- Entrance ticket to Pressoria in the heart of Champagne with Tasting: $20
- Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $27
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayReims €22Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Reims and Podgorica, we can see that Reims is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Reims Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Reims or Podgorica?
Reims has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Reims and Podgorica, 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 Reims or Podgorica?
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 Reims or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Reims and Podgorica. The summer months attract visitors to Reims because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Reims is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the summer temperatures in Reims in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Podgorica averages at about 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. In Reims, it's very sunny this time of the year. Reims usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Reims gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Reims usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyReims 19°C (65°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Reims or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Reims as well as Podgorica. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Reims this time of year.
In October, Reims is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Reims average around 12°C (53°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In the autumn, Reims often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Reims gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Reims usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberReims 12°C (53°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Reims or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Reims are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Reims for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Reims. Reims is much colder than Podgorica in the winter. The daily temperature in Reims averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Reims usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Reims gets 50 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In January, Reims usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Reims gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryReims 3°C (37°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Reims or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Reims during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Reims in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Reims is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the spring temperatures in Reims in April average around 9°C (49°F), and Podgorica averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Reims often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Reims gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Reims usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Reims gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilReims 9°C (49°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Reims
| Reims | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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