Which place is cheaper, Sibiu 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 Sibiu?
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 Sibiu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Sibiu?
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.
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.
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
Romania PricesSibiu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySighisoara $82Sibiu $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $82, while the average daily cost in Sibiu is $95. 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 Sibiu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSighisoara $30Sibiu $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSighisoara $60Sibiu $70
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Sibiu
Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Sibiu? 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 Sibiu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sighisoara $19Sibiu $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
- Transfer from Sibiu to Bucharest or Bucharest Airport: $435
- Transfer from Bucharest to Sibiu: $435
- Sibiu - Timisoara transfer, Visit at Corvins Castle and City Tour in Timisoara: $186
- Bucharest: Private Transfer to Sibiu: $183
- Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Sibiu?
Prices for flights to both Sibiu 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 $40Sibiu $44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sighisoara $8.48Sibiu $6.75
Tours and Activities in Sighisoara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.
- Sighisoara Fortress Quest: Self-Guided Defense Adventure: $4.79
- Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $44
- City Tour Sighisoara Legends & Landmarks A Walk Through Time: $45
- City Tour Sighisoara Legends & Landmarks A Walk Through Time: $47
- From Sibiu: Blue Line & City Tour Sighisoara - UNESCO: $81
- Saxon Secrets: The Malancrav & Biertan Experience: $98
- Saxon Secrets: The Malancrav & Biertan Experience: $102
- Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $107
- Sighisoara Heritage Tour-The place of birth of Vlad Dracula: $166
- From Cluj: Sighișoara and Church of Biertan Guided Tour: $171
- 3-Day Transylvanian Tour: Castles, Legends&Medieval Marvels: $767
- From Bucharest: Private 6-Day Dracula Tour in Transylvania: $1,489
Tours and Activities in Sibiu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
- Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $44
- City Tour Sibiu in English: $30
- Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $17
- Day Tour to Brasov and Bran: $102
- Day Tour: Exploring Dracula’s Castle and Medieval Brașov: $102
- Discover The Magic of Sibiu Walking Private Experience: $31
- Exclusive Tour on Transfagarasan, Balea Lake, Balea and Capra Waterfalls : $144
- Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $162
- Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $144
- Exclusive tour: Sighisoara, Medias and Biertan tour from Sibiu: $150
- From Day Tour to Brasov and Dracula's Castle: $98
- From Guided tour through the heart of Marginimea.: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySighisoara $6.92Sibiu $8.40
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: $114
- Sibiu, UNESCO & wine tasting tour (from Cluj): $144
When comparing the travel costs between Sighisoara and Sibiu, 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.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sighisoara Expensive? and Is Sibiu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Sibiu?
Sibiu has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Sibiu, 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.