Which place is cheaper, Bled or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zagreb and Bled. 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.
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.
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Bled is $112. 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 Bled in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Bled 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Bled, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Bled. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Zagreb is generally around the same temperature as Bled. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bled. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zagreb this time of the year. In the summer, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Bled. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in July than Bled. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Bled and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Zagreb is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Bled. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Bled and Zagreb during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
It's quite cold in Zagreb in the winter. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Bled. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Bled. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the activities around the city.
In April, Zagreb is generally around the same temperature as Bled. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Bled during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Bled. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Zagreb | Bled | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |