Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sibiu or Dubrovnik?
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 Dubrovnik can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sibiu or Dubrovnik?
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.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySibiu $71Dubrovnik $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $71, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $103. 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 Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSibiu $33Dubrovnik $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSibiu $66Dubrovnik $106
Compare Hotels in Sibiu and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Sibiu or Dubrovnik? 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 Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sibiu $27Dubrovnik $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
- Bucharest to Sibiu - Private Transfer: $471
- Sibiu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471
- Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town$1.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Airport Transfer to/from City Center: $15
- Porter Service, Baggage Transfer, Baggage pick up & delivery.: $16
- Night Transfer from Dubrovnik Old Port to New Port by Karaka Boat: $22
- Private transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik city: $22
- Bus transfer between Dubrovnik and Herceg Novi: $22
- Private transfer from Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik airport: $24
- Return transfer to Dubrovnik airport: $24
- Dubrovnik Luxury Airport Transfers: $26
- Airport Private Transfer Dubrovnik: $27
- From Dubrovnik Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $28
- Dubrovnik Cruise Port to Dubrovnik Arrival Private Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik Port to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik 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 $23Dubrovnik $35
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $80
- Gastro Cruise | Dinner and Boat ride around Dubrovnik Old Town: $82
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $178
- 3 Hour Sites and Bites Food Tour in Dubrovnik: $192
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $197
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $201
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $208
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $213
- From Majkovi Village and Ston Private Food Tour: $474
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sibiu $6.27Dubrovnik $20
Tours and Activities in Sibiu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
- Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $40
- City Tour Sibiu in English: $27
- Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $9.76
- Day Tour to Biertan, Sighișoara and Mediaș: $130
- Day Tour to Bran Castle(Dracula's Castle) and Râșnov Fortress: $157
- Day Tour to Brasov and Bran: $92
- Day Tour to Corvin Castle, Deva Fortress and Alba Iulia: $155
- Day Tour to Transfăgărășan and Vidraru Dam: $195
- E-Bike Guided Tours: $98
- E-Bike Tour in the Surroundings of Sibiu: $119
- Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $79
- Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $81
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)$14
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$56
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$48
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.19
- Selfguided tour of the old town of Dubrovnik: $5.32
- Self-guided tour of the old town of Dubrovnik: $5.44
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.37
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.38
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.38
- Medieval Adventure City Game: $6.91
- Historic Center Self-Guided Audio Tour (ENG): $7.70
- Old Town Highlights Tour with Audio Guide: $8.51
- Dubrovnik's Old Town: An Audio Tour of the Walled City: $8.99
- Red History Museum Regular Ticket: $9.58
- Love Stories Museum Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket: $9.58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySibiu $7.80Dubrovnik $15
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: $49
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Korcula & Peljesac Wine Tasting Group Tour from Dubrovnik: $83
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $84
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik with Train Ride and Wine Tasting: $84
- Interactive Wine Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in Dubrovnik Old Town : $89
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Sibiu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sibiu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sibiu 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik than you might in Sibiu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibiu Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sibiu or Dubrovnik?
Sibiu has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Sibiu and Dubrovnik, 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.