Is Podgorica expensive to visit?
Podgorica is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $114. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Tromso and Tartu.
Podgorica, Montenegro
How expensive is Podgorica?
On average, visitors spend about $114 per day when visiting Podgorica (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $227 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Podgorica here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Podgorica?
A weekend trip to Podgorica costs about $341 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $682.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Podgorica?
Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Podgorica costs around $795 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,591.
Is it expensive to backpack in Podgorica?
Podgorica is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 4 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $13 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $7 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $17. (See hostel prices in Podgorica here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Podgorica.
- $14 for a dorm bed at Q Podgorica, beds, rooms and more
- $17 for a dorm bed at TravelBreak
Are hotels expensive in Podgorica?
Hotel prices in Podgorica are very affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $47 per night for a room on average. There are around 2 five star hotels in the city and they average $99 per night. Three star hotels average $44 a night and two star hotels average $15 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Podgorica
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 2 | $99 |
| 4 stars | 13 | $54 |
| 3 stars | 14 | $44 |
| 2 stars | 3 | $15 |
| 1 star | 1 | $33 |
| No rating | 1 | $27 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Podgorica?
Activities and things to do in Podgorica can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $22 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $17.
- Ostrog Monastery tour: $104
- Private Full-Day Tour - Skadar Lake National Park, Saint Stefan and Kotor Tour: $130
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Kolasin and Biogradska gora tour: $206
- Durmitor National Park, Northern Fairy Tail -private tour from Podgorica: $178
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $155
- Gastronomy and Sightseeing in Montenegro - Lake Skadar & Cetinje Private Tour: $257
- Private half day tour -Podgorica with its surroundinggs: $92
Is food expensive in Podgorica?
Food in Podgorica can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $44 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $39. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Hard Rock Cafe Podgorica with Set Lunch or Dinner: $17
Is transportation expensive in Podgorica?
Local transportation in Podgorica can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $22 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $17. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.
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