Which place is cheaper, Budva or Livorno?
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 Livorno or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Livorno or Budva, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Livorno or Budva?
Livorno
Livorno is a relatively large port city on the Tyrrhenian Sea on the western coast of Italy. It has a population of just over 160,000 and is well connected by ferry. Because of the many ferry connections, Livorno makes a convenient starting point for a tour of Tuscany. Pisa is accessible within half an hour and both Lucca and Florence can be reached in a little over an hour. Several of the hotels in town organize comprehensive and efficient tours of the area that might include Chianti, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Siena and Volterra all in one day. If you're arriving on a cruise ship and hoping to make it back before departure time, then these tours are not recommended.
Budva
A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Livorno Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLivorno €166Budva €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Livorno is €166, while the average daily cost in Budva is €113. 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 Livorno and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLivorno €75Budva €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLivorno €150Budva €74
Compare Hotels in Livorno and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Livorno or Budva? 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: Livorno Hotel Prices and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Livorno €24Budva €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Livorno
Also for Livorno, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca: $40
- Livorno Cruise Port to Pisa city hotels -Arrival Private Transfer: $144
- Livorno Port to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Arrival Private Transfer: $144
- Livorno Private Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Central Florence: $190
- Private Transfer from Livorno Cruise Port to Florence City Hotels: $203
- Private Transfer from Livorno Cruise Port to Pisa Airport (PSA): $114
- Private Transfer from Livorno Port to Florence Airport (FLR): $264
- Private Transfer from Livorno Port to Florence Hotels: $216
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:
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Daily Car Rental€65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Livorno or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Livorno 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 dayLivorno €73Budva €53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Livorno
For Livorno, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Livorno Street Food Tour: A Tasty Local Adventure: $60
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Livorno with Show Cooking: $102
- Livorno Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine: $115
- Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Livorno €26Budva €22
Tours and Activities in Livorno
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Livorno.
- Aquarium Entrance Ticket: $18
- 1 Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket Experience: $22
- From Livorno to Pisa on your own with optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $23
- City Sightseeing Livorno Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Livorno Photo Tour in English: $29
- Livorno Shore Excursion to Lucca & Pisa optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $40
- Florence Optional Walking Tour and Accademia Entry: $41
- Winery Tour & Tasting in Pisa Countryside: $42
- Shore Excursion to Pisa and Livorno Bus Tour: $42
- Day Tour in Livorno and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno: $43
- The classics - Guided tour with DOC Bolgheri tasting: $48
- Private Walking Tour of Livorno with Guide: $48
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Swimming and Boat Tour Trsteno Beach Budva: $179
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Adrenaline Speedboat Tours through the Bay of Kotor: $118
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Budva 1 hour Private walking tour: $85
- Budva Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Sightseeing: $76
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
- Budva old town private tour: $236
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- City Private Tour: $138
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLivorno €24Budva €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Livorno
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Livorno:
- Bolgheri: Classic Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $30
- Wine Tasting in Bolgheri: $42
- Winery Tour & Wine Tasting with Food near Livorno & Pisa: $46
- Wine Tour Experience at Agricola Tamburini: $54
- Bolgheri: Premium Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $66
- Livorno Seafront Promenade with Wine Tasting: $72
- Wine Tasting and Estate Tour in Bolgheri: $72
- Retrospettiva di Marchesale Wine Tasting and Tour in Bolgheri: $96
- Private Wine Tasting in Tuscany IN ANY LOCATION AT YOUR VILLA: $96
- Verticale Aldone Wine Tasting and Winery Tour in Bolgheri: $114
- From Livorno San Gimignano Volterra and Wine Tasting: $180
- PRIVATE EXCURSION: Florence & Chianti with Wine Tasting Experience from Livorno: $239
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Livorno and Budva, we can see that Livorno is more expensive. And not only is Budva much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budva would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budva 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 Livorno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Livorno than you might in Budva.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Livorno Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Livorno or Budva?
Livorno has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Livorno and Budva, 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.
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.