Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Sibenik?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sibenik or Podgorica?
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 Podgorica. 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
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 Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySibenik $100Podgorica $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibenik is $100, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $112. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSibenik $58Podgorica $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSibenik $116Podgorica $98
Compare Hotels in Sibenik and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Sibenik or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sibenik $14Podgorica $21
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibenik or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 $31Podgorica $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sibenik $13Podgorica $22
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySibenik $17Podgorica $21
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When comparing the travel costs between Sibenik and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibenik Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sibenik or Podgorica?
Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Sibenik. When comparing the sizes of Sibenik and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
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 Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sibenik as well as Podgorica. Many visitors come to Sibenik in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Sibenik is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 26°C (80°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. 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 Podgorica. Sibenik gets 345 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Sibenik usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Sibenik gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySibenik 26°C (80°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Sibenik are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Sibenik for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Sibenik is around the same temperature as Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sibenik in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sibenik. Sibenik usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during autumn. Sibenik gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In October, Sibenik usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Sibenik gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSibenik 18°C (64°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Sibenik during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Sibenik is generally a little warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Sibenik average around 8°C (47°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Sibenik gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sibenik usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Sibenik gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySibenik 8°C (47°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Sibenik or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sibenik and Podgorica. The beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sibenik this time of year.
Sibenik is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In Sibenik, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sibenik usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Sibenik gets 212 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Sibenik usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Sibenik gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSibenik 15°C (59°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Sibenik
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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) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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