Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sibiu or Novi Sad?
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 Novi Sad can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sibiu or Novi Sad?
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.
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySibiu $71Novi Sad $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $71, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is $20. 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 Novi Sad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSibiu $33Novi Sad $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSibiu $66Novi Sad $22
Compare Hotels in Sibiu and Novi Sad
Looking for a hotel in Sibiu or Novi Sad? 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 Novi Sad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sibiu $27Novi Sad -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
- Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $69
- Sibiu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471
- Bucharest to Sibiu - Private Transfer: $471
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Novi Sad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
- Belgrade airport transfers: $30
- Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107
- Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Novi Sad?
Prices for flights to both Novi Sad 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 $23Novi Sad $8.20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sibiu $6.27Novi Sad -
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: $3.25
- Daily Sightseeing Guided Tour: $9.64
- Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $9.78
- Private Walking Tour of Sibiu: $22
- City Sightseeing Tour: $27
- City Tour Sibiu in English: $27
- Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $40
- Sibiu Walking Tour: $43
- Half Day Tour In the Surroundings of Sibiu: $71
- Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $79
- Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $81
- Exclusive tour: Sighisoara, Medias and Biertan tour from Sibiu: $81
Tours and Activities in Novi Sad
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
- The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29
- Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
- Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
- Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $170
- Private Customized Tour with a car: $208
- Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $253
- From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $320
- City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $510
- Private Romantic Tour: $511
- 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $767
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySibiu $7.80Novi Sad -
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 Novi Sad
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
- From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
- From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $184
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Novi Sad, we can see that Sibiu is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibiu Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sibiu or Novi Sad?
Novi Sad has a larger population, and is about 42% larger than the population of Sibiu. When comparing the sizes of Sibiu and Novi Sad, 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.