Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Sighisoara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sighisoara or Zagreb?
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 Zagreb can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Zagreb?
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.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Croatia, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySighisoara $61Zagreb $83
The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $61, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is $83. 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 Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSighisoara $28Zagreb $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSighisoara $56Zagreb $104
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Zagreb? 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 Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sighisoara $18Zagreb $9.78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sighisoara
Also for Sighisoara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bucharest to Sighisoara - Private Transfer: $438
- Sighisoara to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $482
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,785
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Vienna: $947
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Budapest: $947
- Transfer Zagreb - Split or Split - Zagreb: $860
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Split: $771
- Private Transfer from Split or Trogir to Zagreb: $762
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb with stop at Plitvice: $707
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice & Rastoke: $653
- Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $614
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Zadar: $587
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Split or Split to Zagreb: $577
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $543
Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb 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 $22Zagreb $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $77
- Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour: $139
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $199
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $969
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sighisoara $8.01Zagreb $13
Tours and Activities in Sighisoara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.
- Defend the Fortress Quest Experience: $7.06
- Sighisoara Defend the Fortress Quest Experience: $7.20
- Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $30
- Sighisoara candlelight tour at Dracula's birth town -Outdoor experience: $39
- 2-Hour City Tour: $42
- City Tour Sighisoara in English: $43
- City Walking Tour and Dracula House Visit: $57
- Sighisoara private tour, citadel visit, museum entrance free: $65
- From Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan: $86
- Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan from Sighisoara: $88
- Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $99
- From Bucharest: Transylvania's Treasures In a 3-Day Tour: $767
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private eclectic experience of Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes National Park: $166
- (120min) Zagreb All Around Tour-all of the Lower town/Upper town: $85
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Zagreb: $53
- 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,493
- 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $116
- Archaeological Tour of Zagreb: $49
- Artistic Heritage in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $169
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $175
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $440
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $69
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $17
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySighisoara $6.53Zagreb $9.58
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Craft Distillery Pairing Spirits with Local Craft Chocolate: $17
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $33
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $104
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $202
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $205
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $222
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor : $222
- Walking Pub Crawl with Welcome Shots: $1,087
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sighisoara and Zagreb, we can see that Zagreb 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 Zagreb would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zagreb 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 Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Zagreb, 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.