Should you visit Sibiu or Brasov?
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.
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.
Which city is cheaper, Brasov or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $63, while the average daily cost in Brasov is $52. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Sibiu and Brasov in more detail.
Accommodation
Sibiu's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $58. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $29.
A hotel room in Brasov is about $40 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
While meal prices in Sibiu can vary, the average travelers spends about $20 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Sibiu should cost around $8.00 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Sibiu is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
While meal prices in Brasov can vary, the average travelers spends about $23 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Brasov should cost around $9.20 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Brasov is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Sibiu $20
Brasov $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sibiu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sibiu.
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Sheep cheese, cranberries & wild pear brandy - SIBIU WALKING FOOD TOUR:
$108
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Sibiu Food Tour:
$128
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
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Cooking Class with Mama Maradin:
$75
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Potatoes, Făgăraș onions and Burzenländer Baumstritzel-Brasov Walking Food Tour:
$75
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Good morning food tour in Brasov:
$78
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Traditional Romanian Cooking Class in Brasov:
$81
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Romanian Traditional Dinner Experience in the hearth of Brasov:
$87
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Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov:
$100
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $24 per day to get around in Sibiu.
The cost of a taxi ride in Brasov is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $16 per person, per day, on local transportation in Brasov.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
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Airport Transfer - from SBZ airport to any hotel in Sibiu:
$31
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Airport Transfer - from SBZ airport to any hotel in Sibiu (Mini-van):
$44
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Sibiu - Brasov | Private Airport Transfer:
$117
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Sibiu - Timisoara transfer, Visit at Corvins Castle and City Tour in Timisoara:
$149
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Private Guided Transfer from Sibiu to Bucharest:
$218
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Private Transfer to Bucharest from Sibiu:
$236
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
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DAILY TRANSFER FROM BRASOV to BRAN CASTLE & RASNOV CITADEL:
$40
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Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City:
$100
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Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer:
$116
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Brasov - Sibiu | Private Airport Transfer:
$117
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Brasov - Bucharest | Private Airport Transfer:
$133
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Brasov to Bucharest Airport - Private Transfer:
$137
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Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Business Car:
$142
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Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Luxury Van:
$157
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Private Guided Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest:
$174
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Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucarest (OTP) Airport:
$183
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Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest with Hotel Pick-up:
$199
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Private Transfer to Bucharest from Brasov:
$199
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.
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $5.49 per person, per day in Sibiu. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Entertainment and activities in Brasov typically cost an average of $8.44 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Sibiu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
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Medieval Sibiu Private Tour: Old Town Exploration Game:
$3.47
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Luggage storage & Tourist centre in Sibiu:
$3.72
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City Tour Sibiu in English:
$24
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Private Walking Tour of Sibiu:
$24
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Gastronomical Walking Tour Sibiu - The European Region of Gastronomy 2019:
$38
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Sibiu Walking Tour:
$50
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Half Day Tour to Balea Lake and Clay Castle in Fairy Valley:
$65
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Half Day Tour In the Surroundings of Sibiu:
$73
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Day Tour to Sighisoara from Sibiu:
$87
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Gastronomical Tour in the Surroundings of Sibiu:
$92
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Day Tour to Brasov and Bran:
$93
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Tour to Corvin Castle in Hunedoara & Alba Iulia:
$100
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
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Brasov Private Tour: Medieval Legends Exploration Game:
$2.97
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1 day cycling tour in Brasov:
$3.72
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Day Trip, Day Tour around Medieval city Brasov, Transylvania.:
$12
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Brasov Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour:
$12
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Private Walking Tour of Brasov Old Town with a Great View:
$17
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E-BIKE mtb renting (self guided tours):
$19
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Brasov Coffee Tour:
$25
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Electrified Tours with electric scooters:
$29
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Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit:
$31
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City Tour in Brasov in English:
$31
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Bran Castle Skip-The-Line Guided Tour:
$32
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Brasov Candlelight Tour:
$32
Alcohol
The average person spends about $6.83 on alcoholic beverages in Sibiu per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about $6.86 on alcoholic beverages in Brasov per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
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Pub Crawl in themed bars:
$25
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Romanian wine tasting, heart of old town:
$35
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Mountain bike tour & wine tasting:
$78
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Bran Castle, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery Day Trip From Brasov:
$83
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Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery:
$96
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DayTour to Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Wine tasting at Azuga cellar:
$106
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Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Brandy at Rasnov Distillery:
$118
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Private tour: Rhein Cellar(with wine tasting),Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery:
$123
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Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov:
$152
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Brasov, we can see that Sibiu is more expensive. And not only is Brasov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brasov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brasov 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 Sibiu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sibiu than you might in Brasov.
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