Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Naxos?
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 Naxos or Dubrovnik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Naxos or Dubrovnik? 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: Naxos or Dubrovnik?
Naxos
Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, is a gem waiting to be discovered. Its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture make it a perfect destination for all types of travelers. Naxos offers long and flat beaches with clear, turquoise water along with inland mountains full of agriculture and ancient ruins. It has a reputation of being one of the more family-friendly islands for all of these qualities.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNaxos €221Dubrovnik €121
The average daily cost (per person) in Naxos is €221, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is €121. 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 Naxos and Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNaxos €75Dubrovnik €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNaxos €150Dubrovnik €100
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Dubrovnik? 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: Naxos Hotel Prices and Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Naxos €52Dubrovnik €12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naxos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naxos:
- Private Transfer in Naxos: $67
- Naxos Private Transfer: $44
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town€1.43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Airport Transfer to/from City Center: $18
- Lokrum Island Transfer with Panoramic Cruise from Dubrovnik: $18
- Koločep Island Boat Transfer: $23
- Sveti Jakov Beach Boat Transfer: $23
- Lopud Island Boat Transfer: $23
- Return transfer to Dubrovnik airport: $27
- Convenient Bus Transfer from/to Split: $29
- Private return transfer to Dubrovnik airport: $30
- From Dubrovnik Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $30
- Dubrovnik Luxury Airport Transfers: $32
- Bus transfer between Dubrovnik and Herceg Novi: $34
- Private AirPort Transfer Dubrovnik by CRUISER TAXI: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik and Naxos 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 dayNaxos €107Dubrovnik €57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naxos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Naxos.
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $167
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)€29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $82
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik - Dine 50m above ground: $101
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik: $114
- Secret Food Tours in Dubrovnik: $118
- Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson: $143
- Old Town Food Tour: $157
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $167
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $226
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $234
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $246
- Dubrovnik Food Tour with Friendly Local Guide: $279
- Dubrovnik Scenic Tour & Lunch/Dinner at Country Estate: $410
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Naxos €40Dubrovnik €19
Tours and Activities in Naxos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Naxos are as follows:
- Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $84
- Half-Day Tour of Naxos Island (up to 7 pax): $143
- Naxos Villages Private 4 Hour Tour: $164
- Private Full Island 5-Hour Tour: $206
- Private Wine Three and Half-Hour Experience: $164
- Riverbank Adventure in Naxos (Kinidaros - Eggares): $114
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)€13
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)€53
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)€45
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- Time Traveler’s Trail: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure in Dubrovnik: $5.97
- Cavtat Old Town: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.97
- Dubrovnik Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.68
- Dubrovnik Game Of Thrones self-guided tour with mobile app: $7.51
- Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour with Audioguide: $8.35
- Old Town Highlights Tour with Audio Guide: $9.36
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Dubrovnik Old Town: $9.56
- Love Stories Museum Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket: $11
- Red History Museum Regular Ticket: $11
- Skip the Line: Love Stories Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $12
- Walls of Liberty: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Dubrovnik: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNaxos €30Dubrovnik €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Dubrovnik Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting : $42
- Panoramic Dubrovnik Tour Golden Hour Sunset and Wine Tasting: $46
- Sunset and Wine / Dubrovnik Sunset Tour and Premium Wine Tasting : $59
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $70
- Sunset Wine Tasting At Panorama Point: $74
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Xperience: $80
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $82
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $82
- Wine Tour - Get to know local grapes: $84
- Luxury Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting: $84
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $88
- Sunset wine tasting in vineyard: $92
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naxos and Dubrovnik, we can see that Naxos is more expensive. And not only is Dubrovnik much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dubrovnik would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dubrovnik 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 Naxos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naxos than you might in Dubrovnik.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Naxos Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Naxos or Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Naxos. When comparing the sizes of Naxos and Dubrovnik, 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.