A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Minsk vs. Verona for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Minsk or Verona?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Verona, 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: Minsk or Verona?

Minsk

Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.

Verona

Verona, Italy is probably most famous as the setting for Shakespeare's famous play, Romeo and Juliet. It's in northeast Italy in the Veneto region, close to Venice. It's easy to make the trip by train from either Venice or Milan. Verona has many Roman ruins throughout town, most notably, the Arena. The Arena is a large amphitheater that dates back to the first century AD. You also can't visit Verona without stopping by Juliet's House on Via Cappello, just off the Piazza delle Erbe. The balcony is the supposed balcony that inspired the most famous love scene in the play. You can expect to find tourists gathered around with camera, perhaps detracting a little from what might have once been a romantic setting. Other sights in town worth visiting are the Castle Scaligeri, Castelvecchio, Lamberti Tower, Juliet's Tomb, and the small chapel San Giorgetta. If you have the time while you're in town, consider hoping on Bus 41 and heading out to S. Maria di Lourdes Sanctuary. From the edge of Verona's highest hill you can have a stunning view of the surrounding area. It's well worth the trip.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Verona or Minsk?

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 Minsk is $76, while the average daily cost in Verona is $243. 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 Minsk and Verona in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $31
    Verona $126
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $62
    Verona $252
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Verona

Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Verona? 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 Minsk


Hotels in Verona


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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: Verona Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $11
    Verona $8.07

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Verona

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Verona:


  • Bus From Airport
    $7.04

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Verona

Also for Verona, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Luxury Transfer from Verona airport to Verona city: $41
  • From Verona Airport: Bus Transfer to Passo del Tonale: $52
  • Verona Airport: Bus Transfer to Madonna di Campiglio: $53
  • Bus Transfer Between Verona Airport & Val di Fassa: $53
  • Verona Airport Private Transfer - to/from hotel: $63
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Sirmione ( or viceversa ): $80
  • Private Transfer to Verona: $96
  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Verona - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Lazise - Arrival Private Transfer: $109
  • Amarone Wine Tour with 2 Wineries Lunch and Private Transfer: $159
  • Private Transfer from Verona to Venice / Venice airport / Venice Cruise Terminal: $207
  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Lazise - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $217

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Verona?

Prices for flights to both Verona and Minsk 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
    Minsk $35
    Verona $110

Typical Food Prices in Verona

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Verona:


  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    $42
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $27
  • Cappucino
    $2.05

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Verona

For Verona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • 1.5 Hour Food Tour in Verona with Tastings & Sightseeing: $51
  • 1.5 Hour Food Tour in Verona with Tastings and Sightseeing: $51
  • Verona Street Food Tour and City Guided Sightseeing: $54
  • Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Fine Wine: $65
  • Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class With Free Flowing Wine: $66
  • Fresh Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class in the center of Verona: $73
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting in Verona: $74
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting in Verona: $75
  • Tortellini Cooking Class and Lunch with Mamma Ivana: $77
  • Wine and Aperitivo Walking Food Tour: $82
  • Arena di Verona : Fresh Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Course with Wine: $82
  • Fresh Pasta, Risotto, and Tiramisù Cooking Class: $90

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $19
    Verona $14

Typical Entertainment Prices in Verona

For Verona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Juliet's House Entry
    $4.69
  • Verona Card
    $12

Tours and Activities in Verona

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Verona.

  • Solferino Ticket Valid for Visit to the Museum and the Rocca: $7.47
  • Verona Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
  • Romeo and Juliet and More Audio Walking Tour in Verona: $9.75
  • Verona Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
  • Non guided tour of the wine museum and amarone tasting: $12
  • Romeo and Juliet Walking Tour with an APP from Verona: $13
  • Interactive map for a self-guided tour.: $15
  • Palazzo Maffei House Museum Entry Ticket: $22
  • Verona Must-See Sites: Guided Walking City Tour with local Expert: $23
  • Juliet’s House Fast-Track Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $29
  • Juliet’s House Fast-Track Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $29
  • The Highlights of Verona Small Group Walking Tour: $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $13
    Verona $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Verona

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

  • Verona Pub Crawl Explore Nightlife with New Friends: $20
  • Verona Guided Bar Crawl in the Old Town: $21
  • Montresor Winery Visit with Wine Tasting and Snacks: $41
  • Wine tasting with cellar tour between Verona and Lake Garda: $42
  • Local Wine Tasting Experience in Verona City Center: $46
  • Visit and wine tasting at Tenuta La Cà: $47
  • 6 Wine Tasting in Valpolicella Classica: the cradle of Amarone: $47
  • Lake Garda: Wine Tour & Tasting Experience in Bardolino area: $48
  • Lazise: Historical Center Wine Tasting Tour: $49
  • Wine Tasting Workshop near Juliet's Balcony: $50
  • Wine Tasting near Juliet's House & Arena with Valpolicella: $50
  • Blindfolded Wine Tasting: $53


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

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


Which is Bigger, Minsk or Verona?

Minsk has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Verona. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Verona, 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 Minsk or Verona?

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 Minsk or Verona in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Verona. Additionally, most visitors come to Verona for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Minsk is cooler than Verona in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Verona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Verona. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Minsk this time of the year. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Verona. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 286 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Verona. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Verona receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Minsk 19°C (66°F) 
    Verona 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Verona in the Autumn?

Both Verona and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Verona because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Minsk is much colder than Verona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Verona averages at about 14°C (57°F).

Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Verona during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 137 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Minsk usually receives less rain than Verona. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Verona receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Minsk 8°C (47°F) 
    Verona 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Verona in the Winter?

Both Verona and Minsk during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Verona this time of year.

It's quite cold in Verona in the winter. The weather in Minsk can be very cold. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Verona. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Verona fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Verona. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 98 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets less rain in January than Verona. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Verona receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Minsk -5°C (22°F) 
    Verona 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Verona in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Verona. Also, many travelers come to Verona for the natural beauty.

Minsk is much colder than Verona in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Verona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Verona during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 169 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Minsk usually receives less rain than Verona. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Verona receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Minsk 8°C (46°F) 
    Verona 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Verona and Minsk

Minsk Verona
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (22°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.1 in)
Feb -4°C (25°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 5°C (40°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 0°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 9°C (47°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
May 15°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 21°C (70°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 18°C (65°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 88 mm (3.4 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Oct 8°C (47°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Nov 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dec -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 51 mm (2 in)