Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Tihany?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tihany or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tihany or Mostar? 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: Tihany or Mostar?
Tihany
Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.
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 Food and Culinary Tours in Hungary, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Hungary, 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 dayTihany $44Mostar $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Tihany is $44, while the average daily cost in Mostar is $70. 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 Tihany and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTihany $19Mostar $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTihany $38Mostar $72
Compare Hotels in Tihany and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Tihany 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: Tihany Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tihany $11Mostar $8.65
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)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $522
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $290
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $290
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $266
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $213
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $163
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Metkovic: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Jablanica to Mostar Airport (OMO): $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Tihany or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Tihany 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 dayTihany $18Mostar $26
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)$15
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: $56
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tihany $4.82Mostar $9.37
Tours and Activities in Tihany
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tihany.
- Erotic Renaissance Wax Museum Entrance Ticket: $5.43
- Lake Balaton: Paddle Board Tour of Tihany National Park: $43
- Lake Balaton: Sunset SUP Tour Tihany: $43
- The best of Keszthely walking tour: $98
- Romantic tour around Keszthely for couples: $98
- Special Magical Christmas Walking Tour in Keszthely: $217
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
- 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: $81
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $533
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $276
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $141
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $383
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $72
- Dubrovnik: Private Tour to Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls: $412
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTihany $6.58Mostar $3.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Tihany
Also in Tihany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Budapest: Wine Tasting At Balaton Full Day Private Tour: $1,209
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)$6.55
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
- Dubrovnik: Mostar & Kravica Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting: $59
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tihany and Mostar, we can see that Mostar is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Mostar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mostar than you might in Tihany.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tihany Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tihany or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Tihany 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 Tihany 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 Tihany or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Tihany during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Tihany is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tihany in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tihany. In the summer, Tihany often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Tihany gets 278 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Tihany usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Mostar. Tihany gets 51 mm (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 JulyTihany 21°C (70°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tihany or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tihany and Mostar.
In October, Tihany is generally cooler than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Tihany average around 12°C (53°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Tihany usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Tihany gets 152 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, Tihany usually receives less rain than Mostar. Tihany gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTihany 12°C (53°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tihany or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tihany as well as Mostar.
Tihany can get quite cold in the winter. Tihany is much colder than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Tihany averages around -1°C (31°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Tihany often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Tihany gets 61 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Tihany usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Tihany gets 34 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 JanuaryTihany -1°C (31°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Tihany or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Tihany are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Tihany is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tihany in April average around 12°C (53°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Tihany usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during spring. Tihany gets 178 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, Tihany usually receives less rain than Mostar. Tihany gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTihany 12°C (53°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Tihany
| Tihany | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 27 mm (1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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