Should you visit Sibiu or Kotor?
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 Kotor 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.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
Which city is cheaper, Kotor or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $57, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $81. 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 Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
Sibiu's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $52. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $26.
Kotor's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $78. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $39.
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $22 per day to get around in Sibiu.
The cost of a taxi ride in Kotor is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $7.81 per person, per day, on local transportation in Kotor.
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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Private Guided Transfer from Sibiu to Bucharest:
$218
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Private Transfer to Bucharest from Sibiu:
$236
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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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Tivat airport:
$25
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Tivat Airport (TIV):
$77
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Kotor to Tirana Transfer:
$218
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Private Transfer from Kotor to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver:
$234
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Kotor - Mostar - one way private transfer:
$236
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Kotor - Dubrovnik: Private One-Way Transfer with Mercedes Vehicles:
$332
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One way private transfer Kotor-Mostar:
$336
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor 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
While meal prices in Sibiu can vary, the average travelers spends about $19 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Sibiu should cost around $7.60 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.
The average traveler spends about $36 per day in Kotor for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Sibiu $19
Kotor $36
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 Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $5.00 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 Kotor typically cost an average of $7.02 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 Sightseeing Tour:
$23
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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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Surrounding Villages Guided Tour:
$78
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From Day Tour to Brasov and Dracula's Castle:
$85
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Day Tour to Sighisoara from Sibiu:
$87
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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One-Hour Guided Kotor Old Town Walking Tour:
$12
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Kotor Walking - "Group Tour":
$12
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1.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour:
$14
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Semi Submarine: Kotor Panorama & Underwater Experience:
$15
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Sightseeing Kotor:
$15
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Kotor Walk Tour:
$15
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Kotor Boat Tour:
$19
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Kotor Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour:
$19
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Panorama and Semi-Submarine Underwater Experience:
$23
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Group Perast & Lady of the Rock tour:
$24
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Kotor - Lady Of The Rocks And Perast 2hr Group Tour:
$25
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Kotor Old Town Walking Tour:
$25
Alcohol
The average person spends about $6.21 on alcoholic beverages in Sibiu per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Kotor may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.18 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
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Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake):
$179
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Traditional and Modern Mixed Wine Tour:
$242
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Gastronomic and Wine Tasting Private Tour:
$721
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Kotor, we can see that Kotor 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 Kotor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kotor than you might in Sibiu.
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