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

Should you visit Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade?

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

Should I visit Timisoara / Temesvar 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: Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade?

Timisoara / Temesvar

A very cosmopolitan city, Timisoara has become the main social, economic, and cultural center in western Romania. It is sometimes called little Vienna due to its impressive architecture from the Austria Empire era and abundance of museums.

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 Adventure Tours to Romania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.


Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Timisoara / Temesvar?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Timisoara / Temesvar is $60, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $44. 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 Timisoara / Temesvar and Belgrade in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Timisoara / Temesvar $24
    Belgrade $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Timisoara / Temesvar $48
    Belgrade $60
Compare Hotels in Timisoara / Temesvar and Belgrade

Looking for a hotel in Timisoara / Temesvar 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 Timisoara / Temesvar


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: Timisoara / Temesvar Hotel Prices and Belgrade Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Timisoara / Temesvar $25
    Belgrade $5.55

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Timisoara / Temesvar

Also for Timisoara / Temesvar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Timisoara Airport transfer to the city: $22
  • Private Transfer from Timisoara Aurel Vlaicu Airport to Timisoara: $54

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $320
  • Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $238
  • Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $213
  • Private City Tour with Transfer Options.: $213
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $203
  • From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $192
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $174
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $144
  • Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $143
  • Belgrade to Timisoara transfer and walking city tour: $141
  • Private Transfer from Nikola Tesla Airport: $137
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $135

Is it cheaper to fly into Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade?

Prices for flights to both Belgrade and Timisoara / Temesvar 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
    Timisoara / Temesvar $21
    Belgrade $9.21

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Timisoara / Temesvar

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

  • Taste Romania - Timisoara's Food Tour : $130

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: $65
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Timisoara / Temesvar $8.87
    Belgrade $4.48

Tours and Activities in Timisoara / Temesvar

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Timisoara / Temesvar.

  • Ecumenical Tour of Timisoara: $11
  • Timisoara: Shared Guided Tour in English: $22
  • Timisoara Downtown Dream Tour: $22
  • City Tour Timisoara: $38
  • Timişoara: Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $42
  • The Classic Tour of Timisoara: $42
  • Private ATV Adventures in Petrovaselo: $43
  • Timisoara City Tour - A Day To Remember: $65
  • Timisoara Grand Tour : $81
  • The Jewish Heritage Tour of Timisoara: $103
  • Discover Timișoara like a Local on the Best Guided Intro Tour: $108
  • The Grand Tour of Communist Ages at Timisoara: $119

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $299
  • 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $86
  • Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
  • Ada Lake Tour: $33
  • Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $97
  • Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $133
  • Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
  • Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
  • Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
  • Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
  • Belgrade Bike Tour: $103
  • Belgrade Bike tour: $48

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Timisoara / Temesvar $8.25
    Belgrade $21

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

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

  • Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
  • Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
  • E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
  • Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
  • Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $92
  • Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106


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

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


Which is Bigger, Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Timisoara / Temesvar. When comparing the sizes of Timisoara / Temesvar 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.


When is the best time to visit Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade?

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 Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade in the Summer?

Both Belgrade and Timisoara / Temesvar during the summer are popular places to visit.

Timisoara / Temesvar is around the same temperature as Belgrade in the summer. The daily temperature in Timisoara / Temesvar averages around 22°C (71°F) in July, and Belgrade fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Timisoara / Temesvar. In the summer, Timisoara / Temesvar often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 301 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 285 hours of full sun.

Timisoara / Temesvar usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Timisoara / Temesvar 22°C (71°F) 
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Timisoara / Temesvar and Belgrade.

In the autumn, Timisoara / Temesvar is around the same temperature as Belgrade. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Timisoara / Temesvar in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Belgrade averages at about 14°C (57°F).

Timisoara / Temesvar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Belgrade during autumn. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 168 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Timisoara / Temesvar usually receives around the same amount of rain as Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Timisoara / Temesvar 13°C (55°F) 
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Timisoara / Temesvar as well as Belgrade.

It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. The weather in Timisoara / Temesvar can be very cold. In January, Timisoara / Temesvar is generally much colder than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Timisoara / Temesvar average around -1°C (31°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).

In the winter, Timisoara / Temesvar often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 71 hours of full sun.

Timisoara / Temesvar usually gets less rain in January than Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Timisoara / Temesvar -1°C (31°F) 
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F)

Should I visit Timisoara / Temesvar or Belgrade in the Spring?

Both Belgrade and Timisoara / Temesvar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Timisoara / Temesvar is cooler than Belgrade in the spring. The daily temperature in Timisoara / Temesvar averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).

Timisoara / Temesvar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Belgrade during spring. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Timisoara / Temesvar usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Timisoara / Temesvar gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Timisoara / Temesvar 12°C (54°F) 
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Belgrade and Timisoara / Temesvar

Timisoara / Temesvar Belgrade
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -1°C (31°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Feb 2°C (36°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Apr 12°C (54°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 20°C (68°F) 76 mm (3 in) 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Jul 22°C (71°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Aug 22°C (71°F) 50 mm (2 in) 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Oct 13°C (55°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Nov 7°C (44°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 2°C (35°F) 50 mm (2 in) 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)