Which place is cheaper, Utrecht or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Utrecht?
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 Utrecht 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 Utrecht?
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.
Utrecht
Utrecht is both a province and a city in the Netherlands. The city is a unique university city with a lively atmosphere. Imagine Amsterdam but smaller, and with fewer tourists. Utrecht has the same underlying historical/magical feel as Amsterdam, but is full of locals rather than crowds of tourists. It has a population of about 300,000 making it the fourth largest city in the Netherlands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Netherlands, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $56Utrecht $271
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $56, while the average daily cost in Utrecht is $271. 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 Utrecht in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $33Utrecht $125
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $66Utrecht $250
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Utrecht
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Utrecht? 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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Utrecht Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $6.11Utrecht $27
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Utrecht
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Utrecht:
- Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam: $17
- Private taxi transfer from Utrecht to Amsterdam: $111
- Private transfer from Utrecht to AMS Schiphol Airport: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Utrecht?
Prices for flights to both Utrecht 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
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Food Meals for one dayBelgrade $18Utrecht $117
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Utrecht
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Utrecht.
- Utrecht Food Tour on a Bicycle with local guide: $81
- Utrecht Food Tour with local guide: $83
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.92Utrecht $51
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 Utrecht
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Utrecht are as follows:
- Utrecht 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.58
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht's Charming City Centre: $5.99
- Discover Utrecht's Highlights: Your Self-Guided GPS Tour: $8.29
- Castles, Canals and Good Folk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht: $8.99
- Utrecht Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.53
- Utrecht Historic City: a Self-Guided Augmented Reality Tour: $12
- Pub Trail an adventure full of surprises: $13
- Pub Trail Utrecht An Adventure Full of Surprises: $13
- Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht: $16
- Utrecht Guided Highlights Walking Tour: $19
- Utrecht Walking Tour with a local comedian as guide: $23
- Escape Tours Utrecht; find the secret exit and win! : $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $23Utrecht $28
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 Utrecht, we can see that Utrecht 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 Utrecht would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Utrecht 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 Utrecht Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Utrecht?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Utrecht. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Utrecht, 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 Utrecht?
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 Utrecht in the Summer?
Both Utrecht and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Utrecht in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Belgrade is a little warmer than Utrecht. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Utrecht averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Utrecht during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Utrecht receives 194 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelgrade 23°C (73°F)Utrecht 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Utrecht in the Autumn?
Both Utrecht and Belgrade during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Utrecht for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Utrecht. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Utrecht fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Utrecht receives 100 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelgrade 14°C (57°F)Utrecht 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Utrecht in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Utrecht. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Utrecht because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Utrecht can be very cold. Belgrade can be very cold during winter. Belgrade is cooler than Utrecht in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Utrecht fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Utrecht during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Utrecht receives 38 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelgrade 2°C (35°F)Utrecht 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Utrecht in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Utrecht. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Utrecht this time of year.
In the spring, Belgrade is much warmer than Utrecht. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Utrecht averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Utrecht receives 156 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Utrecht. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelgrade 14°C (56°F)Utrecht 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Utrecht and Belgrade
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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