Which place is cheaper, Asuncion or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagreb or Asuncion?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zagreb and Asuncion. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zagreb or Asuncion?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
Asuncion
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $82Asuncion $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Asuncion is $67. 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 Zagreb and Asuncion in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $51Asuncion $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $102Asuncion $44
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Asuncion
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Asuncion? 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices and Asuncion Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $9.69Asuncion $8.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,765
- Private Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & Transfers: $54
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $20
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $7.00
- Zagreb to Split Group Transfer with Plitvice Lakes guided Tour: $152
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $274
- Zagreb to Pula private one way transfer (or vice versa): $241
- Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes area - Private Transfer (or vice-versa): $164
- Zagreb to Franjo Tudman Airport(ZAG) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $537
- Zagreb city to Zagreb Airport private transfer: $88
- Zagreb Departure Private Transfers from Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport ZAG: $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion
Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- RoundTrip Private Transfer Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $52
- RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $59
- Transfer in Private Car from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $21
- Transfer in private car from Asuncion City - Asuncion Airport (ASU): $20
- Transfer in private minivan Asuncion City - Silvio Pettirosi Airport (ASU): $29
- Transfer in private minivan from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Asuncion?
Prices for flights to both Asuncion and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb $18Asuncion $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $137
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $958
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $13Asuncion $16
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private eclectic experience of Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes National Park: $164
- Zagreb History Walking Tour: $32
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Zagreb City with Guide (up to 10): $153
- 2-Hour Unveiling A Captivating History Tour: $108
- 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,465
- 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $115
- All-Inclusive Day Tour Zagreb-Rastoke-Plitvice Lakes-Split: $968
- Back to Yugoslavia Private City Tour in Old-Timer Yugo Car: $93
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $177
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $435
- Best of ISTRIA: Amphitheater PULA + ROVINJ + HUM or POREČ - fully Private Tour: $263
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $73
Tours and Activities in Asuncion
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Asuncion: $34
- Walking Tour with a Local in Asuncion "The Mother of Cities": $35
- Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
- Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $85
- Golden Triangle Tour: $110
- Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
- Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour from Asunción: $160
- Half-Day Yparacai Lake Tour from Asuncion with Pick Up: $185
- Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
- Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
- Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb $9.49Asuncion $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $103
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $179
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
- Castles & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $235
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
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Beer$1.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Asuncion, we can see that Zagreb is more expensive. And not only is Asuncion much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagreb is in Europe and Asuncion is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Asuncion would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asuncion 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 Zagreb would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zagreb than you might in Asuncion.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Asuncion Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Asuncion?
Asuncion has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Zagreb. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Asuncion, 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 Zagreb or Asuncion?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Asuncion is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Zagreb has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Zagreb or Asuncion in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Asuncion. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Zagreb is generally cooler than Asuncionin January. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°F), and Asuncion fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asuncion. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zagreb this time of the year. In the summer, Zagreb often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Asuncionin January. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asuncion receives 249 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Asuncion. Zagreb usually gets less rain in July than Asuncionin January. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryZagreb 22°C (72°F)Asuncion 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Asuncion in the Autumn?
Both Asuncion and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Zagreb is much colder than Asuncion in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Asuncion fluctuates around 24°C (75°F)in April.
Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Asuncion during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Asuncion receives 199 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Asuncion. In October, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Asuncionin April. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Asuncion 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Asuncion in the Winter?
Both Asuncion and Zagreb during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Zagreb can be very cold. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Asuncion. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Asuncion averages at about 19°C (66°F)in July.
In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Asuncionin July. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asuncion receives 191 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in January than Asuncionin July. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyZagreb 1°C (35°F)Asuncion 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Asuncion in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Asuncion. The activities around the city are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
In April, Zagreb is generally much colder than Asuncionin October. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Asuncion fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Asuncion this time of the year. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Asuncion during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Asuncion receives 206 hours of full sun in the spring.
Asuncion receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Asuncionin October. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Asuncion 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Asuncion and Zagreb
| Zagreb | Asuncion | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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