Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Sarajevo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas. 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 Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySarajevo $70Playa de las Americas $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Sarajevo is $70, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is $209. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSarajevo $27Playa de las Americas $123
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSarajevo $54Playa de las Americas $246
Compare Hotels in Sarajevo and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas? 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 Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sarajevo $7.02Playa de las Americas $60
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:
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Split: $321
- Split Private Transfer Service: $299
- Dubrovnik Private Transfer Service: $299
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Belgrade: $288
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Lukavac: $271
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Doboj: $271
- Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $251
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Kotor - Budva : $245
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Travnik: $232
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Živinice grad: $232
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Dubrovnik: $229
- Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $203
Is it cheaper to fly into Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 $31Playa de las Americas $48
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 $12Playa de las Americas $32
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 $7.34Playa de las Americas $9.18
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 Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 230 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Sarajevo and Playa de las Americas, 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 Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarajevo and Playa de las Americas. Many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Sarajevo is around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas in the summer. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Sarajevo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sarajevo usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Sarajevo gets 323 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySarajevo 26°C (78°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sarajevo as well as Playa de las Americas. Many visitors come to Sarajevo in the autumn 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 cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sarajevo in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the autumn, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSarajevo 17°C (62°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
Both Playa de las Americas and Sarajevo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Sarajevo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Sarajevo is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 6°C (42°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Sarajevo usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Sarajevo gets 113 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. In January, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySarajevo 6°C (42°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
Both Playa de las Americas and Sarajevo during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Sarajevo is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the spring. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Sarajevo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSarajevo 14°C (58°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Sarajevo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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