Which place is cheaper, Lisbon or Skopje?
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 Skopje or Lisbon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Skopje or Lisbon? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Skopje or Lisbon?
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to North Macedonia, The Best Budget Tours to North Macedonia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal.
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Skopje Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkopje $74Lisbon $195
The average daily cost (per person) in Skopje is $74, while the average daily cost in Lisbon is $195. 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 Skopje and Lisbon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkopje $54Lisbon $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkopje $108Lisbon $148
Compare Hotels in Skopje and Lisbon
Looking for a hotel in Skopje or Lisbon? 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: Skopje Hotel Prices and Lisbon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skopje $5.35Lisbon $29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride$7.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Private Transfer to Costa da Caparica | Almada | Aroeira: $43
- Airport Private Transfer to Ericeira | Torres Vedras | Campo Real: $50
- Airport Transfer - Lisbon: $65
- Airport Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Luxury Van: $103
- Airport transfer to Lisbon (metropolitan area).: $65
- Arrival Transfer by Sedan from Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon City: $48
- Arrival Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Business Car: $71
- Arrival Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Luxury Van: $102
- Costa da Caparica Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $36
- From Transfer to Porto with up to 3 City Stops: $266
- Horse Riding on the Beach with private transfer from Lisbon: $286
- Intercity Transfers In and Out from Lisbon: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Skopje or Lisbon?
Prices for flights to both Lisbon and Skopje 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 daySkopje $12Lisbon $85
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee$2.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Lisbon Premium Cruise with Sangria, Pizza & Music: $35
- Lisbon Premium Music Cruise with Portugal Wine & Pizza: $35
- Lisbon Night Cozy Boat Cruise with Open Bar & Pizza: $41
- Lisbon Luxury Cozy Cruise with Drinks & Pizza: $41
- Lisbon Luxury Cruise Experience with Sangria & Pizza: $41
- Lisbon Sunset Luxury Boat Vibes with Drinks & Pizza: $41
- Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks: $56
- Sexy Cabaret Show with Dinner in Lisbon: $77
- Show in Lisbon with Dinner: $77
- Award-Winning Guided Walking Food Tour with Local Drinks: $82
- Lisbon Dinner Cruise with Fado Show on the Tagus River: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skopje -Lisbon $28
Tours and Activities in Skopje
Here are a few actual costs in Skopje for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 days tour from Sofia to North Macedonia: $304
- From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour: $393
- Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia: $135
- Skopje Day Trip from Sofia – Small Group Tour: $141
Tours and Activities in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon: $0.70
- Bairro Alto + Downtown Walking Tour: $0.70
- Lisbon Walking Tour - Discover Belém and the Discoveries Age: $1.76
- Self-Guided Tours in Lisbon with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.54
- Discover Complete Walking Tour with Belém & Sintra: $3.54
- Lisbon Belém Walking Tour with Dog Lilly and Guide Annie: $3.54
- Lisbon Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.54
- Lisbon City Center Tour - The Unmissable Lisbon: $3.54
- Alfama Tour in Lisbon Old Town: $3.54
- Walk Lisbon Like a Local: Bairro Alto & Downtown Experience: $3.54
- Historical Walking Tour of Lisbon: $3.55
- Lisbon (Chiado-Baixa) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkopje -Lisbon $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Lisbon Pub Crawl Nightlife Experience Bars Games and Club Entry: $19
- Lisbon Port Wine Tasting at Taylors Shop and Tasting Room: $20
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots & VIP Club Entry: $24
- Lisbon Wild Pub Crawl: $24
- Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif at Portuguese Wine Bar: $28
- Halloween Haunts: Lisbon Pub Crawl Experience: $30
- Carcavelos Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting: $53
- Private Full-Day Wine Tour Lisbon | Setúbal Peninsula: $59
- Wine Tasting with a Perfumer: $65
- Wine Tasting and Culture: $75
- Lisbon Small-Group Portuguese Food and Wine Tour: $78
- Small-Group Évora & Monsaraz Tour with Wine Tasting from Lisbon: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skopje and Lisbon, we can see that Lisbon is more expensive. And not only is Skopje much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Skopje would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Skopje 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 Lisbon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisbon than you might in Skopje.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skopje Expensive? and Is Lisbon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skopje or Lisbon?
Lisbon has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Skopje. When comparing the sizes of Skopje and Lisbon, 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.