Which place is cheaper, Brasov or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Sibiu or Brasov?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sibiu and Brasov can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sibiu or Brasov?
Sibiu
Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, Sibiu is a historic city with Germanic origins which are evident in its architecture at its old town center. There are many charming squares which showcase landmarks like Gothic churches, a Baroque palace, medieval watchtowers, and more.
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania.
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Sibiu Prices
Romania PricesBrasov Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySibiu $95Brasov $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $95, while the average daily cost in Brasov is $85. 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 Sibiu and Brasov in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSibiu $35Brasov $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSibiu $70Brasov $48
Compare Hotels in Sibiu and Brasov
Looking for a hotel in Sibiu or Brasov? 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: Sibiu Hotel Prices and Brasov Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sibiu $29Brasov $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
- Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $75
- Bucharest: Private Transfer to Sibiu: $183
- Sibiu - Timisoara transfer, Visit at Corvins Castle and City Tour in Timisoara: $184
- Transfer from Sibiu to Bucharest or Bucharest Airport: $435
- Transfer from Bucharest to Sibiu: $435
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
- Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City: $95
- Private Transfer from Bucharest to Brasov: $138
- Airport Transfer: Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP by Business Car: $165
- Bucharest Airport Transfer to Beach Please Festival: $173
- Transfer from Bucharest to Brasov: $206
- Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest or to Airport Bucharest: $252
- Premium Private Transfer : Bucharest Airport to/from Brasov: $266
- Brasov to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Brasov?
Prices for flights to both Brasov and Sibiu 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 daySibiu $44Brasov $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
- Small-Group organic home-made dinner in a Brasov village: $101
- Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $103
- Bran Castle: City Break with Halloween Party, dinner, hotel: $540
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sibiu $6.75Brasov $10
Tours and Activities in Sibiu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
- Luggage storage & Tourist centre in Sibiu: $3.56
- Sibiu Old Town Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour: $4.76
- Daily Sightseeing Guided Tour: $16
- Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $17
- Private Walking Tour of Sibiu: $24
- Sibiu panorama by evening, tour of Gusterita Hill: $27
- SB01 - City Tour Exploring the Heart of Transylvania: $29
- City Tour Sibiu in English: $30
- Discover The Magic of Sibiu Walking Private Experience: $31
- SB11 - A Taste of History –Gastronomical Walking Tour: $40
- Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $44
- Sibiu Walking Tour: $48
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
- Medieval Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour: $4.76
- Japanese Themed Escape Room Adventure: $23
- Bran Castle Entry Tickets : $26
- Bran Castle Skip the Line Ticket with Audio Guide: $26
- Brasov Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour: $30
- PRIVATE Brasov Old Town Walking Tour & PDF guide: $36
- Outdoors experience - Paintball in Transylvania : $39
- Candlelight Tour of Medieval Architecture: $40
- Bran Castle - Guided Tour: $46
- Small Group Walking Tour Of Brasov Old Town: $48
- BV01 - City Tour Brasov in English: Secrets of Kronstadt: $52
- BV01 - City Tour Brasov in English: Secrets of Kronstadt : $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySibiu $8.40Brasov $8.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Sibiu
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sibiu:
- Private Walking Tour of Alba Iulia Citadel with Wine Tasting: $113
- Sibiu, UNESCO & wine tasting tour (from Cluj): $144
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
- Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $145
When comparing the travel costs between Sibiu and Brasov, we can see that Sibiu 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 Sibiu Expensive? and Is Brasov Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sibiu or Brasov?
Brasov has a larger population, and is about 82% larger than the population of Sibiu. When comparing the sizes of Sibiu and Brasov, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.