Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Sighisoara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sighisoara or Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySighisoara $60Sarajevo $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $60, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $70. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSighisoara $28Sarajevo $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSighisoara $56Sarajevo $54
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sighisoara $18Sarajevo $7.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sighisoara
Also for Sighisoara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sighisoara to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471
- Bucharest to Sighisoara - Private Transfer: $428
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Split: $319
- Split Private Transfer Service: $298
- Dubrovnik Private Transfer Service: $298
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Mostar: $290
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Belgrade: $286
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Lukavac: $270
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Tuzla: $260
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Kotor - Budva : $244
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Travnik: $231
- Private Transfer from Travnik to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $231
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Živinice grad: $231
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Belgrade: $186
Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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 $22Sarajevo $31
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Cooking class: Traditional Bosnian Pie: $60
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $79
- Sarajevo Food Tour off the beaten path: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sighisoara $7.87Sarajevo $12
Tours and Activities in Sighisoara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.
- 3 Days Private Guided Tour in Romania: $856
- City Tour Sighisoara in English: $42
- From Bucharest: Private 6-Day Dracula Tour in Transylvania: $1,391
- From Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan: $84
- Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan from Sighisoara: $86
- Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $97
- Sighisoara private tour, citadel visit, museum entrance free: $64
- 2-Hour City Tour: $42
- Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $30
- City Walking Tour and Dracula House Visit: $55
- Transylvania Castles & Fortified Churches 4-Day Private Tour: $925
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.64
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Beautiful National Park Sutjeska - Full day Tour: $65
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour in Sarajevo and Mostar: $163
- 4-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour with Food Tastings and Craft Experience: $43
- 8 to 9 Hours Daily Tour To Travnik and Jajce From Sarajevo: $103
- Assassination Tour: $27
- BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology): $64
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Half-Day Tour from Sarajevo: $80
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Tour from Sarajevo: $79
- Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour: $45
- Bosnia's Treasures: 7-Day Private Tour: $1,304
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $149
- Bosnian Kingdom Capitals: Travnik & Jajce Tour from Sarajevo: $137
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySighisoara $6.42Sarajevo $7.34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sighisoara and Sarajevo, we can see that Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Sarajevo, 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.