Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Coimbra?
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 Coimbra or Zagreb?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Coimbra or Zagreb? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Coimbra or Zagreb?
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal, 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 dayCoimbra €138Zagreb €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Coimbra is €138, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is €89. 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 Coimbra and Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCoimbra €44Zagreb €48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCoimbra €88Zagreb €96
Compare Hotels in Coimbra and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Coimbra or Zagreb? 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: Coimbra Hotel Prices and Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Coimbra €11Zagreb €9.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $161
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova : $298
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Take Christ's Convent : $274
- Private transfer in Coimbra City : $95
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $159
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Private Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & Transfers: $211
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $70
- Private Transfer to Ljubljana with Optional Stops: $146
- Direct bus Transfer from/to Split: $26
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $14
- Zagreb to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Zagreb to Varazdin - Private transfer (or vice versa): $119
- Zagreb to Split: Personalized Transfer & Custom Day Trip!: $427
- Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes area - Private Transfer (or vice-versa): $179
- Zagreb city to Zagreb Airport private transfer: $119
- Zagreb airport to Zagreb city private one-way transfer: $95
- Zagreb Private Roundtrip Transfer by Luxury Vehicle: $111
Is it cheaper to fly into Coimbra or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb and Coimbra 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 dayCoimbra €83Zagreb €29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tomar Cooking Class & Garden-to-Table Meal with Lake Views: $142
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Food Tour with Tastings: $104
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $106
- Bite Back in Time: Zagreb's Food Tour Spiced with History : $131
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour: $155
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $161
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $184
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Coimbra €18Zagreb €12
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Tomar Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour: $5.96
- Coimbra Downtown Walking Tour with uptown insights : $5.96
- Coimbra Downhill Tour Highlights History and Student Traditions: $5.96
- Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Tour of Fado Traditions in Coimbra: $9.99
- Coimbra City Tour : $24
- Cycle to Ancient Dolmens in Azenha. History, Theory & Folklore Guided Tour: $36
- Coimbra Adventure Discovery and Learning with a Local: $42
- Tomar and the Templars Convent of Christ Tour: A Historical Tale: $48
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 Day Private Istria Tour from Explore & Enjoy: $1,662
- Archaeological Tour of Zagreb: $52
- Back to Socialism Bike Tour: $49
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $215
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb – Private Walking Tour: $1,251
- Best Of Zagreb Walking Tour: $65
- Best of SLOVENIA - Bled + Postojna + Ljubljana - Day Tour from Zagreb: $237
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $84
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $23
- Best of Zagreb! Walking Tour by Sit & Meet; Meet the Great Croats: $36
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $94
- Big Zagreb Private Walking Tour: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCoimbra €12Zagreb €8.92
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Port Wine Tasting in Coimbra: $72
- Self-drive Wine Tour in Bairrada Region: $251
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb Pub Crawl 1Hour of Unlimited Drinks Club Entry: $35
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $106
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $176
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $183
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $274
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor : $285
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $286
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Coimbra and Zagreb, we can see that Coimbra 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra 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 Coimbra Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Coimbra or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Coimbra and Zagreb, 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 Coimbra or Zagreb?
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.
Should I visit Coimbra or Zagreb in the Summer?
Both Zagreb and Coimbra during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Coimbra is generally around the same temperature as Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 23°C (73°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In Zagreb, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Coimbra. In the summer, Coimbra often gets more sunshine than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 266 hours of full sun.
Coimbra usually gets less rain in July than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCoimbra 23°C (73°F)Zagreb 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Zagreb in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Coimbra and Zagreb. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
Coimbra is a little warmer than Zagreb in the autumn. The daily temperature in Coimbra averages around 18°C (65°F) in October, and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Coimbra usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during autumn. Coimbra gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Coimbra usually receives more rain than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCoimbra 18°C (65°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Zagreb in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Coimbra as well as Zagreb. Also, many travelers come to Zagreb for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Zagreb. In the winter, Coimbra is much warmer than Zagreb. Typically, the winter temperatures in Coimbra in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Zagreb averages at about 1°C (35°F).
In the winter, Coimbra often gets more sunshine than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 54 hours of full sun.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the winter. Coimbra usually gets more rain in January than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCoimbra 11°C (51°F)Zagreb 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Zagreb in the Spring?
Both Zagreb and Coimbra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Zagreb in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Coimbra is generally a little warmer than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 15°C (59°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. Coimbra usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during spring. Coimbra gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Coimbra usually receives more rain than Zagreb. Coimbra gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCoimbra 15°C (59°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Zagreb and Coimbra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.