Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Tbilisi?
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 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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTbilisi $35Belgrade $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Tbilisi is $35, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $56. 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
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTbilisi $13Belgrade $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTbilisi $26Belgrade $66
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.
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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
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tbilisi $6.20Belgrade $6.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tbilisi
Also for Tbilisi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tbilisi City to Tbilisi Airport: $10
- Batumi airport: Bus Transfer to/from Tbilisi: $19
- Tbilisi Airport to City Private Arrival Transfer: $23
- Tbilisi Airport Private Arrival Transfer with Meet & Greet: $24
- Private Transfer to Tbilisi Airport (TBS) – Safe & On-Time: $24
- Private Airport Transfer | Tbilisi: $25
- Transfer & Guided Tour to The Georgian Stonehenge: $27
- TBILISI-KUTAISI Shared Transfer: $31
- Navigate Tbilisi with Exclusive Airport Transfers: $33
- Tbilisi Airport Transfer: $33
- Transfer from airport to any place in Tbilisi: $33
- A shared transfer to Gudauri from Tbilisi: $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- VAN Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $92
- Serbia：Private Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik: $303
- Serbia: Shared Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik（Chinese）: $232
- Serbia: Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $128
- Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $59
- Private Transfer: Belgrade to Novi Sad and back: $164
- Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $156
- Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $210
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Valjevo: $243
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Smederevo: $206
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Šabac: $191
- Private Transfer Belgrade Airport Novi Sad Up to 3 People: $117
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
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Food Meals for one dayTbilisi $14Belgrade $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tbilisi
For Tbilisi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Georgian Cooking Class with Khinkali and Khachapuri: $29
- Small-Group Khinkali and Khachapuri Cooking Class in Tbilisi: $31
- Georgian traditional bread "Khachapuri" master cooking class!!: $34
- Georgian traditional dumplings "Khinkali" cooking master class!!: $34
- Left Bank Alternative Street Food Tour with Drinks: $37
- Georgian Dinner & Dance Show – Social Night: $39
- Georgian Wine and Kachapuri & Pizza, with Tbilisi Tour bonus: $46
- Guided tour Discover Armenia Hagpati Sanahin,Akhtala,Local dinner: $47
- Cooking Class with a Local Family: $49
- Tbilisi Street Food Tour (All-inclusive): $54
- Khinkali Kitchens Tbilisi Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Georgian Feast with Wine and Cooking Class: $70
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: $82
- Belgrade Private Food Tour: Must try Culinary Adventure: $288
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tbilisi $15Belgrade $4.88
Tours and Activities in Tbilisi
For Tbilisi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tbilisi:Evening Walking & Talking Tour with Wine & Boat Ride: $3.00
- Tbilisi Through the Ages Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Tbilisi Walking Tour with Guide & 8 Wine and Chacha Tasting: $7.10
- Tbilisi Walking Tour Including Cable Car and Traditional Bakery: $9.00
- Tbilisi Walking Tour with Guide at Sulphur Baths and Old Town: $9.00
- Chronicles of Georgia Guided Tour with Transportation: $10
- Gori Uplistsikhe Group Tour from Tbilisi: $10
- Magical Kazbegi Gudauri & Ananuri DayTrip GuidedTour from Tbilisi: $12
- Tbilisi to Kakheti Telavi Sighnaghi Bodbe Wine Day Tour: $12
- Kazbegi Gudauri Ananuri: Full Day Group Tour: $12
- Evening Walking Tour with Wine & Boat Ride Options: $12
- Tbilisi to Ananuri And Gudauri Winter Adventure in the Caucasus: $12
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $176
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $105
- 2000 years of walking tour across the Old City: $34
- 4-Hour Belgrade Private Grand City Walking Tour: $100
- 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $211
- Avala Mountain Private Tour: $79
- Avala Mountain Tour: $99
- BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $72
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $34
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $32
- Belgrade Above the Waters: History Walking Tour of the City: $76
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTbilisi $18Belgrade $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Tbilisi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tbilisi:
- Wine Tasting Experience: $7.20
- Kakheti Group Tour with Wine Tasting and Sighnaghi Visit: $10
- T'bilisi Wine Tasting Private Activity: $10
- From Tbilisi Kakheti Wine Tour to Bodbe Sighnaghi and Telavi: $14
- The Retro Soul of Tbilisi Vintage Bus and Wine Tour: $15
- Full-Day Wine Tour in Georgia's Kakheti Region: $15
- Kakheti Wine Region Tour + 10 Premium Wine Tastings & Sunset: $17
- Wine Tasting Tour from Tbilisi to Kakheti Signaghi: $17
- Kakheti Wine Tour Bodbe Sighnaghi and Telavi Experience: $17
- Afternoon Walking tour & wine tasting in Old Town: $18
- Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia: $18
- Uforgatable Kakheti Tour with wine tasting - in Georgia: $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Guided Nightlife Pub Crawl: $26
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $57
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $65
- Original Belgrade Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer: $65
- Belgrade Party Pub Crawl: $65
- Golubac Fortress w/Iron Gate Speed Boat & Rakija Distillery tour: $69
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $70
- Monasteries of Fruska Gora with Sremski Karlovci Wine Tasting: $70
- Novisad Serbian Food & Wine Tour: $88
- Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $88
- Wine Tasting Tour (by Belgrade Nightlife Tours): $100
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $100
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.
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.