Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Gothenburg?
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 Gothenburg or Sarajevo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gothenburg or Sarajevo? 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: Gothenburg or Sarajevo?
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, The Best Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGothenburg $145Sarajevo $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $145, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $102. 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 Gothenburg and Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGothenburg $46Sarajevo $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGothenburg $92Sarajevo $60
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg or Sarajevo? 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: Gothenburg Hotel Prices and Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gothenburg $21Sarajevo $7.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $71
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $17
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $216
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $274
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Kotor+Herzegovina tour: $138
- Tunnel of Hope Tour, Transfers & Optional Trebevic: $26
- Private Airport Transfer SJJ: $71
- Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $222
- Sarajevo to/from Dubrovnik Transfer Tour via Mostar & Herzegovina: $179
- Sarajevo to/from Belgrade UNESCO Transfer Day Tour (Fees Incl.): $173
- Sarajevo to Dubrovnik: Transfer With Herzegovina Tour: $179
- Sarajevo to Belgrade: Transfer With East Bosnia Tour: $155
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfers (from/to): $47
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfer: $35
- Reliable Sarajevo Airport Transfer: Hassle-Free Service (to/from): $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo and Gothenburg 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 dayGothenburg $76Sarajevo $59
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ethnic Village Food Tour With Optional Mountain Hiking: $55
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $95
- Experience Bosnian Cooking Class: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gothenburg $18Sarajevo $13
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $48
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $66
- City Kayak Tour: $53
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $37
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $48
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $70
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $131
- Gothenburg - Private guided tour: $586
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
- Gothenburg : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $123
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$8.41
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Srebrenica Genocide Tour from Sarajevo: $119
- 1984 Sarajevo Olympics Adventure - Half Day Tour: $101
- 7-Day Balkans Small-Group Tour: Sarajevo, Mostar & Dubrovnik: $1,062
- Bentbaša: Guided Walking Tour: $23
- Best of Sarajevo - Ultimate Full-Day Experience: $83
- Bijambare Cave Tour : $48
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $149
- Bosnian Kingdom Capitals: Travnik & Jajce Tour from Sarajevo: $154
- Bunker: Tito's Secret & Boracko Lake Tour from Sarajevo: $214
- CENTRAL BOSNIA | A medieval tour (Jajce + Travnik + Pliva lakes): $89
- Climb Via Ferrata Experience: $85
- Cycling & Adventure One day tour 59 euro : $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGothenburg $24Sarajevo $8.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Gothenburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gothenburg:
- Guided Brewery Tour on Bicycle: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gothenburg and Sarajevo, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Sarajevo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sarajevo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sarajevo 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Sarajevo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gothenburg Expensive? and Is Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 38% larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg and Sarajevo, 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 Gothenburg or Sarajevo?
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 Gothenburg or Sarajevo in the Summer?
Both Sarajevo and Gothenburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Gothenburg is generally much colder than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 16°C (61°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Sarajevo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during summer. Gothenburg gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGothenburg 16°C (61°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
Both Sarajevo and Gothenburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
Gothenburg is much colder than Sarajevo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around 9°C (47°F) in October, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Gothenburg often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Gothenburg usually gets less rain in October than Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGothenburg 9°C (47°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Sarajevo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Gothenburg and Sarajevo. Also, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. In the winter, Gothenburg is much colder than Sarajevo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Gothenburg in January average around -2°C (29°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Sarajevo during winter. Gothenburg gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Gothenburg usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGothenburg -2°C (29°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Sarajevo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Gothenburg as well as Sarajevo. Also, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Gothenburg is generally much colder than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 5°C (41°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Gothenburg often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. Gothenburg usually gets less rain in April than Sarajevo. Gothenburg gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGothenburg 5°C (41°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Gothenburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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