A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Belgrade vs. Rouen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Belgrade or Rouen?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Rouen 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: Belgrade or Rouen?

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.

Rouen

Rouen is a city on the River Seine in the north of France. It is the capital of the region of Normandy. It was formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of Medieval Europe. The city has had a turbulent history. It was devastated by fire and plague several times during the Middle Ages, and was occupied by the English during the Hundred Years War. The young French heroine Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc) was tried for heresy and burned at the stake in the central square in 1431. And during WWII, Allied bombing raids laid waste to large parts of the city, especially south of the cathedral.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Rouen or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $56, while the average daily cost in Rouen is $158. 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 Belgrade and Rouen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $33
    Rouen $61
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $66
    Rouen $122
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Rouen

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Rouen? 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.

Hotels in Belgrade


Hotels in Rouen


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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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Rouen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $6.11
    Rouen $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $5.17
  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $42
  • Airport Transfer to a city location: $47
  • Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $50
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $51
  • Belgrade airport transfer (by car): $53
  • Serbia: From Belgrade Airport to Belgrade One-way Transfer: $54
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $60
  • Belgrade Airport Transfers to/from any Destination: $65
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $69
  • Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) to Belgrade - Round-Trip Transfer: $102
  • Private Airport Transfer: $104

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Rouen?

Prices for flights to both Rouen and Belgrade 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Belgrade $18
    Rouen $72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $82
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $83
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $83
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $113

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.92
    Rouen $21

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.19
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry Ticket: $7.04
  • Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $8.21
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $13
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry & Guided Tour: $14
  • Downtown Belgrade Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $15
  • Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Downtown Belgrade GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $15
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $18
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $18
  • Guided Walking Tour: $18
  • Communist Tour in Belgrade: $18

Tours and Activities in Rouen

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rouen are as follows:

  • Rouen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
  • Rouen audio guided tour: $11
  • Audio Guided City or Joan of Arc Tour: $18
  • Audio Guided City and Joan of Arc Tour: $18
  • Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience: $19
  • Rouen : Must-see Private Walking Tour: $22
  • Guided Tour of the Historic Center: $28
  • Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Rouen: $29
  • The Official 1-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen: $30
  • Treetop adventure course in the heart of Rouen: $31
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $53
  • Official English 2hrs Guided Tour of the Must-Sees of Rouen: $53

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $23
    Rouen $9.22

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • Guided Nightlife Pub Crawl: $26
  • Columbo Pub Crawl Belgrade: $48
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $57
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $71
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $77
  • Belgrade Buzzin Pub Crawl: $83
  • Novisad Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: $83
  • Golubac Fortress w/Iron Gate Speed Boat & Rakija Distillery tour: $89
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $94
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $101
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $106
  • Novi Sad and Fruska Gora with Wine Tasting in Sremski Karlovci: $113


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Rouen, we can see that Rouen is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Rouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rouen than you might in Belgrade.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belgrade Expensive? and Is Rouen Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Rouen?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Rouen. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Rouen, 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 Belgrade or Rouen?

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 Belgrade or Rouen in the Summer?

Both Rouen and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Rouen in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Rouen. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Rouen fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Rouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Rouen during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Rouen receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Rouen. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Rouen receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Rouen 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Rouen in the Autumn?

Both Rouen and Belgrade during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Rouen for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Belgrade is a little warmer than Rouen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Rouen fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Rouen. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rouen receives 127 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Rouen. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rouen receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Rouen 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Rouen in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Rouen. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Rouen because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Rouen can be very cold. Belgrade can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Belgrade is much colder than Rouen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Rouen averages at about 4°C (39°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Rouen during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Rouen receives 62 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Rouen. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Rouen receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Rouen 4°C (39°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Rouen in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Rouen. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Rouen this time of year.

In April, Belgrade is generally much warmer than Rouen. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Rouen fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).

In the spring, Belgrade often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rouen. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rouen receives 172 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Rouen. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Rouen receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Rouen 9°C (48°F)

Typical Weather for Rouen and Belgrade

Belgrade Rouen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 4°C (39°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 4°C (40°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 7°C (44°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 9°C (48°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 17°C (63°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 12°C (53°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 5°C (40°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)