Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Wroclaw?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wroclaw or Novi Sad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Wroclaw and Novi Sad can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wroclaw or Novi Sad?
Wroclaw
Wroclaw still remains mostly undiscovered to travelers. It's the largest city and capital of Lower Silesian Voivodeship. It is also a historical capital of Silesia with a very rich history. The city's population is around 630,000 and there are over a million people in the metropolitan area. It's the fourth largest city in Poland and has an economy that is centered around manufacturing, banking, industry, tourism, and cultural events. The area has some unique architecture, beautiful rivers, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city has witnessed much turmoil, particularly during World War II and the years following. Today it has been beautifully restored and should be considered a highlight of a trip to Poland. Now is the time to visit, because as Poland gains ground within Europe, prices are sure to rise and the crowds will discover this city.
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, 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 dayWroclaw $33Novi Sad $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Wroclaw is $33, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is $20. 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 Wroclaw and Novi Sad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWroclaw $16Novi Sad $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWroclaw $32Novi Sad $22
Compare Hotels in Wroclaw and Novi Sad
Looking for a hotel in Wroclaw or Novi Sad? 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: Wroclaw Hotel Prices and Novi Sad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wroclaw $5.83Novi Sad -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Wroclaw city centre: $25
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw city centre to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Bielany Wroclawskie city: $32
- Private Airport Transfer To/From the City Center: $37
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Trzebnica city: $45
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Kąty Wrocławskie city: $50
- Archery Tag with Hotel Transfers: $58
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Kuraszków city: $60
- Wrocław: Wrocław Zoo Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer from Wroclav (WRO) Airport to Brzeg city: $88
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Lubin city: $88
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Rawicz city: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Novi Sad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
- Belgrade airport transfers: $30
- Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107
- Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $287
Is it cheaper to fly into Wroclaw or Novi Sad?
Prices for flights to both Novi Sad and Wroclaw 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 dayWroclaw $11Novi Sad $8.20
Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw
Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:
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Coffee & Sandwich$2.98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wroclaw
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Wroclaw.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wroclaw $5.68Novi Sad -
Tours and Activities in Wroclaw
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $6.95
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Wrocław: Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Legends of Old Town 1 Hour Walking Tour in Wroclaw: $11
- Old Town Sunset Cruise: $15
- Old Town Night Cruise with Ilumination: $15
- Old Town boat cruise: $15
- Old Town Wrocław Walking Tour: $16
- Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour (English): $17
- III Reich and WW2 in Wroclaw. Monday-Friday regular tour: $27
- Wroclaw, 2-Hour Group Tour by Electric Car: $27
Tours and Activities in Novi Sad
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
- The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29
- Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
- Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
- Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $171
- Private Customized Tour with a car: $209
- Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $254
- From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $321
- City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $512
- Private Romantic Tour: $513
- 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $770
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWroclaw $5.93Novi Sad -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Wroclaw
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Wroclaw:
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A Couple Beers$3.23
Sample the Local Flavors in Wroclaw
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Wroclaw:
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl : $22
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Novi Sad
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
- From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
- From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wroclaw and Novi Sad, we can see that Wroclaw is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Wroclaw would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wroclaw than you might in Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wroclaw Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Wroclaw or Novi Sad?
Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Novi Sad. When comparing the sizes of Wroclaw and Novi Sad, 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 Wroclaw or Novi Sad?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wroclaw or Novi Sad in the Summer?
Both Novi Sad and Wroclaw are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Wroclaw is cooler than Novi Sad in the summer. The daily temperature in Wroclaw averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Novi Sad. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Wroclaw. Wroclaw usually receives less sunshine than Novi Sad during summer. Wroclaw gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Wroclaw usually receives more rain than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWroclaw 19°C (65°F)Novi Sad 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Novi Sad in the Autumn?
Both Novi Sad and Wroclaw during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Wroclaw is cooler than Novi Sad. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wroclaw in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Novi Sad averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the autumn, Wroclaw often gets less sunshine than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 108 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 168 hours of full sun.
Wroclaw usually gets more rain in October than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWroclaw 10°C (50°F)Novi Sad 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Novi Sad in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wroclaw and Novi Sad.
The weather in Novi Sad can be very cold. Wroclaw can be very cold during winter. In January, Wroclaw is generally much colder than Novi Sad. Daily temperatures in Wroclaw average around -1°C (30°F), and Novi Sad fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Wroclaw usually receives less sunshine than Novi Sad during winter. Wroclaw gets 49 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 71 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Wroclaw usually receives less rain than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWroclaw -1°C (30°F)Novi Sad -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Wroclaw or Novi Sad in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Wroclaw as well as Novi Sad.
Wroclaw is cooler than Novi Sad in the spring. The daily temperature in Wroclaw averages around 9°C (48°F) in April, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the spring, Wroclaw often gets less sunshine than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 142 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 178 hours of full sun.
Wroclaw usually gets less rain in April than Novi Sad. Wroclaw gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWroclaw 9°C (48°F)Novi Sad 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Novi Sad and Wroclaw
| Wroclaw | Novi Sad | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (30°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 0°C (33°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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