Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Strasbourg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Strasbourg or Mostar?
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 Strasbourg and Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Mostar?
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStrasbourg €138Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is €138, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Strasbourg and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStrasbourg €67Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStrasbourg €134Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg or Mostar? 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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Strasbourg €44Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $64
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $251
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Strasbourg or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Strasbourg 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 dayStrasbourg €44Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Strasbourg €24Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- Self-Guided Photo Tour with Photobook: $0.86
- Strasbourg : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Self-Guided Tour of Strasbourg’s Grand Île: $6.39
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Strasbourg сity tour: audioguide in your smartphone: $7.49
- Self Guided City Audio Tour in Strasbourg: $7.65
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt City Tour: $8.02
- Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $9.84
- Strasbourg Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStrasbourg €19Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
- Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $38
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $150
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $545
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and Mostar, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Strasbourg Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Strasbourg or Mostar?
Strasbourg has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Strasbourg and Mostar, 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.
When is the best time to visit Strasbourg or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Strasbourg or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Strasbourg during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Strasbourg is generally cooler than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 20°C (68°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Strasbourg. In the summer, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Strasbourg usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStrasbourg 20°C (68°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Mostar. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.
Strasbourg is cooler than Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Strasbourg usually receives less rain than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStrasbourg 12°C (53°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Mostar. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Strasbourg. In the winter, Strasbourg is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Strasbourg in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Strasbourg usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStrasbourg 2°C (35°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Strasbourg in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Strasbourg is generally cooler than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 11°C (51°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during spring. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Strasbourg usually receives less rain than Mostar. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStrasbourg 11°C (51°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Strasbourg
| Strasbourg | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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