Which place is cheaper, Budva or Nice?
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 Nice or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nice and Budva can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nice or Budva?
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
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 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €169Budva €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €169, 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 Nice and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €61Budva €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €122Budva €74
Compare Hotels in Nice and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Nice 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: Nice Hotel Prices and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €23Budva €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Airport transfer Nice from to Monaco: $167
- Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car: $54
- Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Monaco by Luxury Van: $135
- Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Monaco in Business Car: $119
- Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) Private Transfer to Nice/Cannes/Monaco: $32
- Côte d'Azur Airport NCE Round-Trip Transfer in Private Van: $120
- Departure Transfer: Monaco to Nice Airport NCE by Business Car: $119
- Departure Transfer: Villefranche Port to Nice Airport: $60
- Ferry Transfer to Sainte Marguerite Island from Nice: $65
- From Nice Airport Private Transfer to Saint-Tropez: $352
- Luxury Transfer Cannes, Monaco or Cap d Antibes to Nice Airport: $180
- Monaco Private Transfer from Monaco-Ville to Nice Airport: $196
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 Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Nice 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 dayNice €85Budva €53
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee€2.50
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Strawberries€4.00
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Loaf of Bread€3.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Food Tour in Local Flavors & Niçoise Specialties: $59
- Exclusive Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - small groups: $60
- Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $91
- Nice Food Tour: Food Tastings & Local Wine Experience in Nice: $96
- Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide: $105
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $106
- Secret Food Tour: Nice: $109
- Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $112
- Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $114
- 3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera: $117
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $137
- Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nice €12Budva €22
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Self Guided Tours Nice With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Nice Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.72
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Old Town Highlights Walking Tour: $5.87
- Nice Raiders of the Lost City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- 2 Hours Shared Nice City Walking Tour: $5.97
- Antibes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
- Monaco Formula 1 Circuit Self Guided Walking Tour with App: $6.93
- Nice Old Town History and Food Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Exploration Game and City Tour in Nice France with your Phone: $8.35
- Nice Interactive City Tour: $8.36
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Tour Cetinje, Lovćen & Mausoleum: $24
- Kayak & Hike Experience on Sveti Nikola Island: $53
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- Night Lights Kayaking Tour: $53
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- Small group kayaking tour from Budva to Sveti Nikola island caves: $60
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Full-Day Boka Bay Cruise Tour from Budva with Guide: $70
- Great tour of coastal monasteries in Budva - Walking on the path of history!: $72
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17Budva €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Distillery Day Tour: $11
- 4 Bars Party Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entry & 5 Free Shots: $23
- 4 Bars & 1 Club Fun Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots: $24
- Bar Crawl in Nice the Ultimate Experience with night club: $24
- Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people: $27
- Spirits Tasting at the Distillery Le Vadrouilleur: $29
- St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry: $29
- Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks: $35
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting within Nice city borders: $39
- Nice Visit DE Distillery and Tasting DE Local Spirits: $42
- Discover our terroirs and enjoy a cheese and wine tasting: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nice and Budva, we can see that Nice 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice 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 Nice Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Budva?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Nice 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.