Should you visit Rhodes or Bari?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Rhodes and Bari. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city. Despite this, Bari is on the list of Southern Italy's best off the beaten path locations, and is a must-see for everyone - even though it doesn't get as many visitors as Italy's more popular destinations.
Which city is cheaper, Bari or Rhodes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €108, while the average daily cost in Bari is €91. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Rhodes and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €92 for a double occupancy room in Rhodes.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Bari, €118 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Bari, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is €59, such as in a hostel.
Food
While meal prices in Rhodes can vary, the average travelers spends about €38 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Rhodes should cost around €15 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Rhodes is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
Food in Bari costs travelers about €26 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
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Food
Meals for one day
Rhodes €38
Bari €26
Typical Food prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee
€1.95
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Dinner for Two
€23
Typical Food prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Private Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw:
$70
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Bari Rickshaw and Street Food Tour:
$70
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Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour:
$76
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Traditional Italian pasta Hands-on cooking class:
$86
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Hands on home made Panzerotti cooking class in Bari:
$97
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Dining experience at a Cesarina's home in Bari with show cooking:
$106
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Small-group Street food tour in Bari:
$111
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Private Cooking class in a Local Apulian Masseria:
$135
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Private Tour: Pane and Pomodoro Beach Excursion plus Cooking Class with Lunch:
$160
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Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Bari:
$162
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Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
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Private cooking class at a local's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Rhodes is €39 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Bari's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €9.18 per person, per day on transportation in Bari.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
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Rhodes Private Departure Transfer:
$28
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Diagoras Airport Private Hotel Transfer:
$25
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Rhodes Private Departure Transfer to Rhodes Airport:
$22
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Private Airport Transfer: from Rhodes to Rhodes Airport (RHO):
$19
Typical Local Transportation prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Bari Private Transfer: City to Cruise Port or central rail station:
$37
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Bari Private Transfer: Cruise Port or central rail station to Hotel:
$37
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Private Airport to Matera Transfer:
$68
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Departure Private Transfer Bari City to Bari BRI Airport by Business Car or Van:
$52
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Private Arrival Transfer: Bari Airport to Bari city Hotel:
$45
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel in Bari city to Bari Airport:
$45
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Private Transfer from Bari to Amalfi with 2 Sightseeing Stops:
$337
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Private Transfer from Bari to Brindisi (BDS) Airport:
$282
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Private Transfer from Bari to Naples with 2 Sightseeing Stops:
$307
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Bari Area:
$56
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Brindisi Area:
$82
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Lecce Area:
$168
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and Rhodes 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.
Entertainment
Rhodes's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €15 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Bari can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €6.89 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Hike around Rhodes in a 8 day tour! (Walking holidays):
$1,369
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Private Tour: Lindos Acropolis and Village:
$683
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Private Tour: Lindos and Rhodes Old Town Day Trip:
$1,131
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Rhodes Family Adventure Week:
$1,630
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Rhodes Private Tours:
$995
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Private Lindos Tour:
$683
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Private Lindos and Rhodes Old Town Tour:
$1,131
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Rhodes City Tour:
$572
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
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Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
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Bari Walking City Tour:
$19
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BARI special city tour:
$25
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Bari Walking tour:
$28
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Bari Bike Tour:
$32
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Bari Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$38
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1 Hour Bari Electric Scooter Guided Tour:
$40
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Private Bari Shopping and Sightseeing Tour:
$41
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Bari Segway Tour:
$50
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Walking tour Bari with Focaccia tasting:
$50
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Secret Bar Breakfast Experience:
$50
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Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Experience:
$54
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Rhodes may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €9.71 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Bari, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €10.
Typical Alcohol prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
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Private guide Altamura with a visit to the wine museum and wine tasting:
$106
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Private Tour: Trulli of Alberobello plus Wine Tasting:
$253
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Trani, Wine Tasting, and Castel Del Monte tour from Bari or Ostuni:
$325
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Bari, we can see that Rhodes is more expensive. And not only is Bari much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bari would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bari 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes than you might in Bari.
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