Which place is cheaper, Levi or Sarajevo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sarajevo or Levi?
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 Levi. 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 Levi?
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.
Levi
Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.
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 Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySarajevo $70Levi $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Sarajevo is $70, while the average daily cost in Levi is $136. 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 Levi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSarajevo $27Levi $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSarajevo $54Levi $132
Compare Hotels in Sarajevo and Levi
Looking for a hotel in Sarajevo or Levi? 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 and Levi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sarajevo $7.02Levi $52
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 Levi?
Prices for flights to both Levi 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 $31Levi $36
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 $12Levi $31
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 $7.34Levi $9.95
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 Levi, we can see that Levi 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 Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi 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 Levi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo or Levi?
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 Levi in the Summer?
Both Levi and Sarajevo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Sarajevo is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 26°C (78°F), and Levi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Levi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually receives more sunshine than Levi during summer. Sarajevo gets 323 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Sarajevo usually receives less rain than Levi. Sarajevo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySarajevo 26°C (78°F)Levi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Levi in the Autumn?
Both Levi and Sarajevo during the autumn are popular places to visit. The hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. Sarajevo is much warmer than Levi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the autumn, Sarajevo often gets more sunshine than Levi. Sarajevo gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in October than Levi. Sarajevo gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSarajevo 17°C (62°F)Levi 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Levi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarajevo and Levi. Many travelers come to Sarajevo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Levi can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Sarajevo is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sarajevo in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Levi averages at about -15°C (5°F).
Sarajevo usually receives more sunshine than Levi during winter. Sarajevo gets 113 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Levi. Sarajevo gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySarajevo 6°C (42°F)Levi -15°C (5°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Levi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sarajevo as well as Levi. Many visitors come to Sarajevo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Levi can be very cold during spring. In April, Sarajevo is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 14°C (58°F), and Levi fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).
In the spring, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Levi. Sarajevo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in April than Levi. Sarajevo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSarajevo 14°C (58°F)Levi -1°C (30°F)
Typical Weather for Levi and Sarajevo
| Sarajevo | Levi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | -15°C (5°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | -13°C (8°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | -8°C (18°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | -8°C (19°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | -13°C (9°F) | 24 mm (1 in) |
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