Which place is cheaper, Bucharest or Sighisoara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Sighisoara or Bucharest?
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 Sighisoara and Bucharest can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Bucharest?
Sighisoara
Located in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania, Sighisoara takes its roots from German craftsmen and merchants, called the Transylvanian Saxons, who were invited by the King of Hungary during the 12th century to settle and defend the area. Today it is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stands as a preserved example of a small fortified city from the medieval era.
Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.
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Sighisoara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySighisoara $79Bucharest $186
The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $79, while the average daily cost in Bucharest is $186. 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 Sighisoara and Bucharest in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSighisoara $29Bucharest $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSighisoara $58Bucharest $130
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Bucharest
Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Bucharest? 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: Sighisoara Hotel Prices and Bucharest Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sighisoara $18Bucharest $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bucharest
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:
- Private Transfer Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to/from Brasov: $292
- Private transfer Bucharest to Constanta Mamaia or back: $283
- Bucharest to Craiova - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $271
- Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Constanta private transfer: $270
- Bucharest to Ramnicu Valcea - Private Guided Transfer with Driver and Car: $265
- Private Transfer: Bucharest to Bran Castle of Dracula: $259
- Private transfer Bucharest Hotels to Port Giurgiu AmaW. + Scenic: $259
- Transfer from Bucharest to Brasov - Hotel Pick-up: $259
- Bucharest to Braila - Private Guided Transfer - Driver and Car: $259
- Private transfer from Bucharest Otopeni Airport OTP to Chisinau KIV: $250
- Bucharest to Cernavoda - Car and Driver - Private Transfer: $236
- Private transfer to Brasov from Bucharest: $236
Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Bucharest?
Prices for flights to both Bucharest and Sighisoara 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 daySighisoara $39Bucharest $104
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bucharest
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.
- Dinner at the Museum of Communism & tour after closing: $58
- Wine Tasting and Dinner with Certified Sommelier: $105
- Bucharest Historical Food Tour in Old Center: $106
- Discover Private Highlights and Traditional Food Tour: $140
- Bucharest Home Dinner;Authentic Romanian Food with a Local Family: $171
- Private Bucharest Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $212
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sighisoara $8.17Bucharest $15
Tours and Activities in Sighisoara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.
- Sighisoara Fortress Quest: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.88
- Guilds Towers and Dracula Self Guided Tour of Sighisoara: $7.19
- Sighișoara the Saxon Citadel GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $8.24
- Sighișoara Vlad Dracula Medieval Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $10
- City Tour Sighisoara Legends & Landmarks A Walk Through Time: $46
- Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $105
- The Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania, Sighisoara - Tickets: $252
Tours and Activities in Bucharest
Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day 4x4 Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $188
- 1 Day ATV Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $224
- 1 Day Castles Tour - Sinaia and Bran: $148
- 2 Hour Photoshoot Experience Near Bucharest Architectural Charms: $142
- 2-Hours Private Bucharest City Tour: $153
- 2h Bucharest Private Tour by Car: $124
- 2h Bucharest Private Walking Tour: $77
- 4h Bucharest Private Tour (2h by Car and 2h Walking in Old Town): $123
- 4h Executive Private Tour Bucharest City - Fabulos Experience: $189
- 4hrs Premium Bucharest Sightseeing Tour, Private: $165
- 4x4 Nature Tour in Land of Dracula - 1 day: $214
- 5 to 6 Hours - Private Bucharest City Tour about Ceausescu and Communism: $236
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySighisoara $6.66Bucharest $9.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Bucharest
Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $26
- Bar Crawling: $47
- Wine Tasting in Bucharest: $59
- Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide: $68
- Mud Volcanoes and Dealu Mare Wine Tasting Late Start 1 Day Trip: $84
- Salt Mine Exploration and Wine Tasting: PREMIUM TOUR small group: $129
- Traditions in Village Museum and Wine Tasting Tour: $159
- Wine tasting in Bucharest Old town - bonus cheese platter: $163
- Antique ruins, Mamaia Beach and Wine tasting from Bucharest to Constanta: $178
- Salt Mine, the Muddy Volcanoes and Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Bucharest!: $189
- Wine tasting - 1 Day Tour: $200
- Prahova Salt Mine & Wine Tasting - Private day tour from Bucharest: $200
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sighisoara and Bucharest, we can see that Bucharest is more expensive. And not only is Sighisoara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sighisoara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sighisoara 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest than you might in Sighisoara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sighisoara Expensive? and Is Bucharest Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Bucharest?
Bucharest has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Bucharest, 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.