Should you visit Sibiu or Varna?
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 Varna 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.
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
Which city is cheaper, Varna or Sibiu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $64, while the average daily cost in Varna is $58. 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 Varna in more detail.
Accommodation
Sibiu's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $60. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $30.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Varna is $62. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
While meal prices in Sibiu can vary, the average travelers spends about $21 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Sibiu should cost around $8.40 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.
Varna food costs typically run travelers around $21 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Sibiu $21
Varna $21
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
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $25 per day to get around in Sibiu.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $8.32 per day to get around in Varna.
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 Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
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Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City:
$25
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Private Transfer from Varna City to Varna (VAR) Airport:
$25
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VARNA One-Way Private Airport Transfer:
$27
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Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena:
$29
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Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Golden Sands:
$40
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Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Varna (VAR) Airport:
$40
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Private One-way Transfer Varna Airport to Hotel or vice versa:
$42
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Private Transfer from Varna to Golden Sands:
$45
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Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Albena:
$47
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Private Minibus Transfer from Varna to Golden Sands:
$50
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Private Arrival Transfer: Varna Airport to Sunny Beach:
$57
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Private Transfer from Varna to Nessebar, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver:
$61
Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Varna?
Prices for flights to both Varna 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 $5.65 per person, per day in Sibiu. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $7.63 per person, per day in Varna. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
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 Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Self-guided Retro Museum Varna Tour:
$8.96
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Self-guided tour in Varna Archaeological Museum + ticket:
$9.70
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Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences:
$17
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Pokémon GO Varna Private Tour:
$19
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Private Virtual Tour in Varna with a Local Guide:
$24
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The Ultimate Private Communist Tour of Varna:
$61
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Bulgaria Day Bike Tours - countryside & seaside:
$82
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Unique Boat Trip Experience from Varna:
$86
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Varna - Aladza Monastery - Balchik - Kaliakra Cape Tour:
$187
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna:
$223
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna:
$235
Alcohol
The average person spends about $7.02 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 Varna may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.59 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
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Vineyards tour & wine tasting near Varna:
$5.31
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Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting:
$40
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Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour:
$49
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The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour:
$61
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Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting:
$61
When comparing the travel costs between Sibiu and Varna, we can see that Sibiu is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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