A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tbilisi vs. Belgrade for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tbilisi or Belgrade?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Tbilisi or Belgrade? 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: Tbilisi or Belgrade?

Tbilisi

Tbilisi is the capital of the country of Georgia. Its cobblestoned old town reflects a long, complicated history, with periods under Persian and Russian rule. Its diverse architecture encompasses Eastern Orthodox churches, ornate art nouveau buildings and Soviet Modernist structures. Looming over it all are Narikala, a reconstructed 4th-century fortress, and Kartlis Deda, an iconic statue of the "Mother of Georgia." Tbilisi’s eternal charms of a dramatic setting in the deep valley of the swift Mtkvari River, picturesque architecture, an ever-lively arts and cultural scene, and the welcoming Georgian lifestyle have been added a whole new 21st-century dimension of inviting cafes and restaurants serving ever better food, up-to-date lodgings from backpacker hostels to international five-stars, interesting bars and clubs, spruced-up museums, galleries, parks, plazas and whole streets, modernized transport and a sprinkling of eye-catching contemporary architecture. The mix of modern and ancient elements makes Tbilisi the beating heart of the South Caucasus and it is well worth a visit.

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.

Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Tbilisi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Tbilisi is $29, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $45. 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 Tbilisi and Belgrade in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tbilisi $13
    Belgrade $31
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tbilisi $26
    Belgrade $62
Compare Hotels in Tbilisi and Belgrade

Looking for a hotel in Tbilisi or Belgrade? 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.

Hotels in Tbilisi


Hotels in Belgrade


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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: Belgrade Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tbilisi $6.25
    Belgrade $5.64

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tbilisi

Also for Tbilisi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to Tbilisi: $10
  • Transfer from Tbilisi City to Tbilisi Airport: $10
  • Airport Shuttle and Transfer Service: $14
  • 24/7 Taxi Airport Shuttle and Transfer Private Service: $14
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to Tbilisi Hotels: $14
  • Airport transfer by Visit-geo: $16
  • Batumi airport: Bus Transfer to/from Tbilisi: $16
  • Tbilisi Private Airport Transfer: $17
  • Tbilisi Airport Shuttle And Transfer Service: $18
  • Private airport - city transfer Tbilisi: $18
  • Tbilisi Airport Arrival Private Transfer To Accommodation & Hotel: $19
  • Tbilisi Private Arrival Airport Transfer: $19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • VAN Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $78
  • Transfer service to Kopaonik from Belgrade Airport or hotel: $174
  • Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $250
  • Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $327
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Timisoara with sightseeing: $89
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad with sightseeing: $112
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $146
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Pristina with sightseeing: $125
  • Private transfer from Belgrade or Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad: $172
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $55
  • Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $129
  • Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $119

Is it cheaper to fly into Tbilisi or Belgrade?

Prices for flights to both Belgrade and Tbilisi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tbilisi $8.09
    Belgrade $9.36

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tbilisi

For Tbilisi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Natural Wine Degustation and Tasting with Georgian Dinner Option: $20
  • Small-Group Khinkali and Khachapuri Cooking Class in Tbilisi: $24
  • Georgian Cooking Class with Khinkali and Khachapuri: $25
  • Georgian traditional bread "Khachapuri" master cooking class!! : $34
  • Georgian traditional dumplings "Khinkali" cooking master class!!: $34
  • Traveling Spoon Georgian Dumplings Private Online Cooking Class: $40
  • Adjarian Khachapuri Making Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
  • Middle East Evening with Live Singers and Dinner in Tbilisi: $40
  • Tbilisi Food Tour in a Local Family: $49
  • Tbilisi Food Tour in a Local Family: $49
  • Tbilisi Street Food Tour: $70
  • Authentic Georgian Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Mother-Daughter Duo in Tbilisi: $71

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $67
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $72
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $76
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $78
  • The 10 Tastings of Belgrade Private Food Tour : $138
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $171

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tbilisi $15
    Belgrade $4.55

Tours and Activities in Tbilisi

For Tbilisi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • An audio tour of New Tiflis: From flea markets to grand theatres: $5.20
  • Rustaveli Avenue: Roam down Tbilisi's historic main street on an audio tour: $5.20
  • Skip the Line: Experimentorium Ticket: $5.45
  • Tbilisi City Private Walking Tour, Ride by Cable Car to Narikala Fortress : $9.24
  • Old Town Walking Tour: $9.50
  • Virtual tour to Georgia: $10
  • Afternoon Walking tour of Old Town: $10
  • Kakheti One Day Tour with meal: $11
  • From Kazbegi Highlights Guided Day tour: $11
  • Walking Tour in Old Tbilisi - Group Tour: $12
  • From Tbilisi to Kazbegi, Gudauri, and Ananuri: Group Tour: $12
  • Highlands Tour: Kazbegi, Ananuri, Gudauri, and Zhinvali: $12

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Magic Christmas tour in Novi Sad: $203
  • The best of Novi Sad walking tour: $148
  • 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $88
  • 3 Hour Private Walking Tour in Novi Sad City: $55
  • Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $44
  • Ada Lake Tour: $33
  • Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $99
  • Avala Mountain Private Tour: $79
  • BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115
  • Belgrade 20th century tour: $44
  • Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure: $290
  • Belgrade Beneath Belgrade Private Walking Tour: $168

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tbilisi $18
    Belgrade $21

Sample the Local Flavors in Tbilisi

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tbilisi:

  • Tbilisi Walking Tour Including Wine Tasting Cable Car and Bakery: $14
  • Tbilisi Walking Tour with Cable Cars, Wine Tasting and Traditional Bakery: $15
  • Full Day Wine Tour Bodbe , Sighnaghi , Telavi: $16
  • Wine Tasting Feel the Difference of Qvevri or Classical Wine: $16
  • Tbilisi.First impression of Tbilisi-evening walking,wine tasting: $19
  • Kakheti Wine Tour, Кахетия -Винный Тур: $19
  • Kakheti Day Group Tour: Free Wine Tasting: $20
  • Full Day Bodbe Sighnaghi and Telavi Wine Tasting Tour: $20
  • Whole day Wine Tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi: $20
  • Kakheti: Sighnaghi city of love, Bodbe, Telavi, Free wine tasting: $21
  • City Pub Crawl with welcome shots in game format: $24
  • From Kakheti Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $24

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
  • Columbo Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
  • Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $49
  • Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $50
  • Belgrade Reserved Pub Crawl: $50
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $50
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $53
  • E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $54
  • Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $55
  • Belgrade Bar Crawl: $55
  • Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $55
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $61


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tbilisi and Belgrade, we can see that Belgrade is more expensive. And not only is Tbilisi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tbilisi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tbilisi 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 Belgrade would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Belgrade than you might in Tbilisi.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tbilisi Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Tbilisi or Belgrade?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 21% larger than the population of Tbilisi. When comparing the sizes of Tbilisi and Belgrade, 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.