Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Sarajevo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sarajevo or Costa de Prata?
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 Sarajevo and Costa de Prata. 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: Sarajevo or Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySarajevo $70Costa de Prata $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Sarajevo is $70, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is $162. 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 Sarajevo and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSarajevo $27Costa de Prata $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSarajevo $54Costa de Prata $166
Compare Hotels in Sarajevo and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Sarajevo or Costa de Prata? 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: Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sarajevo $7.02Costa de Prata $57
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)$1.64
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 Sarajevo or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and Sarajevo 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 daySarajevo $31Costa de Prata $47
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)$12
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.Sarajevo $12Costa de Prata $14
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)$7.64
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 daySarajevo $7.34Costa de Prata $8.71
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 Sarajevo and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata 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 Sarajevo Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo or Costa de Prata?
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 Sarajevo or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
Both Costa de Prata and Sarajevo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
Sarajevo is a little warmer than Costa de Prata in the summer. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa de Prata. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during summer. Sarajevo gets 323 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySarajevo 26°C (78°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
Both Costa de Prata and Sarajevo during the autumn are popular places to visit. 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 the autumn, Sarajevo is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sarajevo in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Sarajevo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
Costa de Prata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in October than Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSarajevo 17°C (62°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarajevo and Costa de Prata. Many visitors come to Sarajevo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Sarajevo is generally much colder than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 6°C (42°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Sarajevo usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Sarajevo gets 113 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Costa de Prata receives a lot of rain in the winter. Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Sarajevo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySarajevo 6°C (42°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sarajevo as well as Costa de Prata. Most visitors come to Sarajevo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Sarajevo is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the spring. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In the spring, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in April than Costa de Prata. Sarajevo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSarajevo 14°C (58°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Sarajevo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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