Which place is cheaper, Rome 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 Rome?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Skopje or Rome? 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 Rome?
Rome
Rome is the capital and largest city in Italy. It is also a common entry point for most visitors flying into the country. Rome has been a center of power, culture, and religion for the last millenium, making it one of the most famous and popular destinations in not only Europe, but the world. The influence of the Roman Empire can be seen across continents.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkopje $74Rome $241
The average daily cost (per person) in Skopje is $74, while the average daily cost in Rome is $241. 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 Rome in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkopje $54Rome $105
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkopje $108Rome $210
Compare Hotels in Skopje and Rome
Looking for a hotel in Skopje or Rome? 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 Rome Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skopje $5.35Rome $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rome
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rome:
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Metro Ride (for Two)$2.33
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Train to the Airport$17
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Taxi to Airport$52
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Bicycle Rental (Full Day)$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rome
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rome:
- “Skip the Taxi Line : Private FCO ↔ Rome Transfer with Pro Driver”: $53
- Airport Transfer: Ciampino Airport CIA to Rome by Business Car: $98
- Airport Transfer: Ciampino Airport CIA to Rome by Luxury Van: $105
- Airport Transfer: Rome to Fiumicino Airport FCO by Luxury Van: $129
- Airport to Rome Private Transfer: $249
- Ancient Ostia Private Guided Tour for Kids with Optional Transfer: $200
- Arrival Transfer: Fiumicino Airport FCO to Rome by Business Car: $118
- Arrival Transfer: Fiumicino Airport FCO to Rome by Luxury Car: $155
- Arrival Transfer: Fiumicino Airport FCO to Rome by Luxury Van: $129
- Ciampino Transfer: $44
- Ciampino to Rome transfer: $49
- Ciampino, Fiumicino Airport or Civitavecchia port Private Transfer to Rome: $148
Is it cheaper to fly into Skopje or Rome?
Prices for flights to both Rome 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 $12Rome $97
Typical Food Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rome:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$16
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4 Ice Cream Sandwiches$3.48
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Cafe e doce$4.65
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Pizza (Fast Food)$3.08
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)$37
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Cheese and bread$12
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Espresso$2.33
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Dinner$67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rome
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rome.
- Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture: $20
- Rome Food Tour for Breakfast Lovers: $41
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Guided Sightseeing: $45
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Prosecco in Rome: $46
- Rome Pizza Making Class for Families in Trastevere: $46
- Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine: $46
- Rome Early Morning Breakfast and Sightseeing Food Tour: $46
- Rome Street Food Tour: Eat Like a Local: $51
- Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center: $51
- Rome Street Food Tour Eat Like a Local: $52
- Rome Food Tour with Local Guide & City Highlights: $53
- Rome Street Food Tour With a Local Guide Including Pizza, Ice-Cream & Much More!: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skopje -Rome $42
Tours and Activities in Skopje
Here are a few actual costs in Skopje for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia: $135
- Skopje Day Trip from Sofia – Small Group Tour: $141
- 2 days tour from Sofia to North Macedonia: $304
- From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour: $393
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rome
Here are a few typical costs in Rome for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Rome Museum Vaticano (for 2)$80
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Coliseum Tickets (for Two)$38
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Roma Pass$35
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Hop on Hop Off Bus (All Day)$23
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Segway Tour$87
Tours and Activities in Rome
Here are a few actual costs in Rome for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Tours in Rome with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.54
- Colosseum and Roman Forum Sightseeing Area Night Walking Tour: $3.79
- Ancient City Walking Tour at Twilight: $4.14
- Piazza del Popolo and Historical Sights Walking Tour in Rome: $4.14
- Hidden Treasures — A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.72
- Experience Rome Trevi Fountain with Ticket: $4.73
- Ghosts Legends and Mysteries of Rome Walking Tour: $4.73
- Audio guided tour of the historic center of Rome: $4.73
- Tour of Rome to Visit the Most Iconic Monuments: $5.00
- Rome Pantheon Entry Ticket: $5.92
- Pantheon Rome Timed Entry Ticket and optional Minerva: $5.92
- Rome Pantheon Entry Experience With Audio: $5.92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkopje -Rome $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rome:
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Bottle of Wine$7.56
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Pint of Beer$7.38
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Beer$12
Sample the Local Flavors in Rome
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rome:
- Cabaret and Burlesque Show at Rome: $36
- Rome's Ultimate Party aka the Spanish Steps Pub Crawl: $40
- Winery Tour, Wine Tasting near Rome with Optional Lunch: $46
- Rome Premium Wine Tasting: 3, 4, 5 or 6 Wines with Expert Guide: $53
- Premium Wine Tasting Experience by the Vatican: $59
- Burlesque lessons with the best Italian stars: $59
- Frascati Old Town Wine Tasting Experience with Expert Sommelier: $62
- Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Food and Wine Tour: $62
- Rome Night Tipsy Tour & Bar Crawl with Forbidden History: $70
- Trionfale Farmers Market and Vatican Quarter Food and Wine Tour: $82
- The greatest wine tour of Rome: $83
- Devour Rome Food & Wine Tour of Trastevere: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skopje and Rome, we can see that Rome 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 Rome would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rome 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 Rome Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skopje or Rome?
Rome has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Skopje. When comparing the sizes of Skopje and Rome, 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.