A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Mostar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Mostar?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Evora and Mostar. 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.

Where Should I go: Evora or Mostar?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Mostar

Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.


Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Evora?

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 Evora is €142, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €83. 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 Evora and Mostar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Mostar 34
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Mostar 68
Compare Hotels in Evora and Mostar

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Mostar? 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 Evora


Hotels in Mostar


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Mostar 8.11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $59

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:


  • Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)
    20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:

  • Airport transfer: Capljina - Mostar - Tuzla - Mostar - Capljina: $59
  • Dubrovnik to Mostar Direct Transfer: $351
  • Dubrovnik to Mostar Transfer with Kravice, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $211
  • Private Transfer from Jablanica to Mostar Airport (OMO): $148
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $206
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $282
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $118
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Metkovic: $148
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Siroki brijeg: $149
  • Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $248
  • Private Transfer from Mostar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $179
  • Private transfer Dubrovnik and Mostar: $226

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Mostar?

Prices for flights to both Mostar and Evora 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
    Evora 77
    Mostar 42

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Evora

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

  • A Taste of the Alentejo: Wonderful 3-Course Dinner: $89

Typical Food Prices in Mostar

Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:


  • A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)
    14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar

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

  • Medieval 3 course Dinner with Drinks: $34
  • Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $76
  • Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar with Lunch and Drinks: $77
  • Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in a Medieval Restaurant: $88
  • Cooking Class of Mostar: $179
  • Sarajevo Old Town Tour With Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $262

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Mostar 8.78

Tours and Activities in Evora

Here are a few actual costs in Evora for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Museu Nacional Frei Manuel E-Ticket & Audio Tour: $22
  • Évora or Montemor: Guided Tour of the Escoural Caves: $29
  • Marble Tour in Vila Viçosa: $30
  • Walking Tour in Estremoz: $30
  • Walking Tour in Vila Viçosa: $36
  • Cork & Prickly Pear Tour - Private Tour to the Heritage of Pepe Aromas: $38
  • Évora: Small Group Tour with Chapel of Bones "Skip the Line": $46
  • Évora Unforgetable Sidecar Tour: $47
  • Megalithic & Medieval tour on a sidecar Évora: $47
  • Alentejo Food Walking Tour in Borba: $48
  • Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $51
  • Valentines Day A Blissful Walking Tour with Passion: $70

Tours and Activities in Mostar

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

  • Mostar city Tour: $23
  • War Photo Exhibition Tour in Mostar: $25
  • Mostar Street Art & Graffiti Tour : $30
  • Pocitelj City Tour: $30
  • City Tour: Mostar Medival Town: $31
  • Mostar Street Art & Graffiti Tour: $35
  • Drežnica Canyoning Adventure Tour in Mostar: $38
  • Mostar thru history -private tour: $40
  • The Death of Yugoslavia: Unique thematic Tour in Mostar: $41
  • Neretva City Rafting Tour: $41
  • Mostar Private Walking Tour: $45
  • Safari kayak adventure w BBQ & Beer: $46

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Mostar 3.47

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

Also in Evora, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Golden Era of Évora walking & the portuguese wine tasting.: $47
  • The Roman Tour & Wine tasting.: $58
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz with Alentejo Wine Tasting: $89
  • From Lisbon: Évora Day Trip with Optional Wine Tasting: $103
  • Évora: Megalithic Sites and Wine Tasting Tour: $117
  • Évora or Montemor: Beekeeping, Chocolate factory, Wine tasting: $164

Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:


  • A Few Drinks (for 2)
    6.14

Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar

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

  • Afternoon Guided Tour and Wine Tasting: $18
  • Wine Tasting: $18
  • Mostar Sunset Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $18
  • Grand City Tour with Old Bridge Wine Tasting and Hub of Fine Arts: $83
  • Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $119
  • One Day Mostar Wine Tasting Tour: $220


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

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


Which is Bigger, Evora or Mostar?

Mostar has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Evora. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Mostar, 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 Evora or Mostar?

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 Evora or Mostar in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Evora and Mostar.

In the summer, Evora is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Evora in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Evora, it's very sunny this time of the year. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during summer. Evora gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Evora usually receives less rain than Mostar. Evora gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Evora 25°C (78°F) 
    Mostar 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Evora or Mostar in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Evora as well as Mostar.

In October, Evora is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Evora average around 19°C (67°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Evora this time of the year. In the autumn, Evora often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Evora gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Mostar. Evora usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Evora gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Evora 19°C (67°F) 
    Mostar 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Evora or Mostar in the Winter?

Both Mostar and Evora are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Evora is much warmer than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

Evora usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during winter. Evora gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In January, Evora usually receives less rain than Mostar. Evora gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Evora 11°C (52°F) 
    Mostar 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Evora or Mostar in the Spring?

Both Mostar and Evora during the spring are popular places to visit.

In the spring, Evora is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Evora in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).

It's quite sunny in Evora. In the spring, Evora often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Evora gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.

Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Evora usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Evora gets 60 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Evora 15°C (60°F) 
    Mostar 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Mostar and Evora

Evora Mostar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 6°C (42°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.3 in) 14°C (58°F) 127 mm (5 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (78°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (78°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (62°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 76 mm (3 in) 11°C (52°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)