Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Sibenik?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sibenik or Mostar?
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 Sibenik and Mostar. 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: Sibenik or Mostar?
Sibenik
Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySibenik $100Mostar $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibenik is $100, while the average daily cost in Mostar is $70. 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 Sibenik and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSibenik $58Mostar $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSibenik $116Mostar $72
Compare Hotels in Sibenik and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Sibenik or Mostar? 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: Sibenik Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sibenik $14Mostar $8.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibenik
Also for Sibenik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Sibenik to Split airport: $126
- Airport transfer from Split to Šibenik or vice versa: $164
- Private transfer from Sibenik to Split: $262
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibenik or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Sibenik 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 daySibenik $31Mostar $26
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sibenik $13Mostar $9.37
Tours and Activities in Sibenik
For Sibenik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Šibenik - Evening walking tour : $38
- Daily or night walking tour through Medieval Šibenik: $45
- Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour: $49
- Via Ferrata tour - Čikola Canyon: $74
- Krka Waterfalls National Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
- Kornati island National Park & Telascica Nature Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $76
- Šibenik Riviera boat tour: Zlarin + Prvić + Tijat: $120
- Kornati Experience small group (12 pax) boat tour: $137
- Sibenik Private Combined Food & Drink and Historical Tour: $152
- Full-Day Sailing Tour in Šibenik Archipelago: $164
- The Best of Sibenik Private Walking Tour: $164
- Private walking tour of Sibenik: $164
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySibenik $17Mostar $3.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Sibenik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sibenik:
- Vinoplod Winery - Wine Tasting Tour: $29
- Private Krka Waterfalls Tour with Wine Tasting from Sibenik: $213
- From Split or Trogir: Krka National Park & Wine Tasting Tour: $1,069
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)$6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibenik and Mostar, we can see that Sibenik is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Sibenik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sibenik than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibenik Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sibenik or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Sibenik. When comparing the sizes of Sibenik and Mostar, 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 Sibenik or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Sibenik or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sibenik as well as Mostar. Many travelers come to Sibenik for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Sibenik is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Sibenik average around 26°C (80°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mostar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sibenik this time of the year. In the summer, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Sibenik gets 345 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Sibenik usually gets less rain in July than Mostar. Sibenik gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySibenik 26°C (80°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Sibenik are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Sibenik in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Sibenik is around the same temperature as Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sibenik. Sibenik usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Sibenik gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In October, Sibenik usually receives less rain than Mostar. Sibenik gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSibenik 18°C (64°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Sibenik during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Sibenik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Sibenik is a little warmer than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sibenik in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Sibenik often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Sibenik gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sibenik usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Sibenik gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySibenik 8°C (47°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sibenik and Mostar. The spring months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In April, Sibenik is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Sibenik average around 15°C (59°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In Sibenik, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sibenik usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during spring. Sibenik gets 212 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Sibenik usually receives less rain than Mostar. Sibenik gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSibenik 15°C (59°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Sibenik
| Sibenik | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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