Which place is cheaper, Rijeka or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Rijeka can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best Adventure Tours to Croatia, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $71, while the average daily cost in Rijeka is $101. 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 Rijeka in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
Prices for flights to both Rijeka 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.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rijeka are as follows:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sibiu:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Rijeka, we can see that Rijeka 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 Rijeka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rijeka 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 Rijeka Expensive?.
Sibiu has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Rijeka. When comparing the sizes of Sibiu and Rijeka, 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.