Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Urbino?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Urbino or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Urbino and Mostar can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Urbino or Mostar?
Urbino
Located in central Italy, Urbino is a remote and less-traveled walled town, tucked away in the hills of Le Marche. Under the ambitious and honorable rule of Duke Federico da Montefeltro in 1444 to 1482, Urbino thrived in culture because the Duke so deeply appreciated art and literature. Known as one of the original sites of Renaissance culture in the 15th century, Urbino experienced a large influx of scholars and artists. Today, Urbino is still known as the pinnacle of Renaissance art and architecture.
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 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy, 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 dayUrbino €118Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Urbino is €118, 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 Urbino and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUrbino €53Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUrbino €106Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Urbino and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Urbino 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: Urbino Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Urbino €44Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Urbino
Also for Urbino, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Borgo Maggiore to Rimini (RMI) Airport: $108
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 Urbino or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Urbino 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 dayUrbino €39Mostar €24
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.Urbino €15Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Urbino
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Urbino.
- San Marino: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Entrance Ticket - Titanus Museum: Multimedia Experience: $8.68
- San Marino Scavenger Hunt and Sightseeing Tour: $8.97
- Private Guided Tour with Aperitif in Winebar in San Marino: $92
- Guided group tour of Ducal Palace and National Gallery: $94
- E-BIKE Tour San Marino for couples: $114
- Private tour with Welcome KIT in San Marino: $136
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour with certified guide: $139
- Private Walking Tour with Ducal Palace Ticket: $150
- San Marino’s Starlit Stroll: A Christmas Walking Tour: $153
- Private Tour of San Marino: UNESCO World Heritage Site: $172
- Guided Tour of San Marino at Sunset with aperitif included: $184
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 dayUrbino €14Mostar €3.47
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 Urbino and Mostar, we can see that Urbino 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 Urbino would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Urbino 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 Urbino Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Urbino or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Urbino. When comparing the sizes of Urbino 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 Urbino 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 Urbino or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Urbino during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Urbino in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Urbino is cooler than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Urbino averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Urbino usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Urbino gets 75 mm (3 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 JulyUrbino 23°C (73°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Urbino or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Urbino and Mostar. Most visitors come to Urbino for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Urbino is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Urbino in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Urbino usually receives less rain than Mostar. Urbino gets 77 mm (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 OctoberUrbino 15°C (59°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Urbino or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Urbino as well as Mostar. The winter months attract visitors to Urbino because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Urbino can be very cold. In January, Urbino is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Urbino average around 3°C (37°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Urbino usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Urbino 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 JanuaryUrbino 3°C (37°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Urbino or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Urbino are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Urbino this time of year.
Urbino is cooler than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Urbino averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Urbino usually receives less rain than Mostar. Urbino gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUrbino 12°C (54°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Urbino
| Urbino | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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.