Which place is cheaper, Podgorica 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 Podgorica?
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 Podgorica 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €169Podgorica €134
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €169, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €134. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €61Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €122Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Nice and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Nice or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €23Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) Private Transfer to Nice/Cannes/Monaco: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Nice Airport: $42
- Transfer: Nice City Center to Côte d'Azur Airport(NCE): $44
- Private transfer from Nice city to Nice Airport: $48
- Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car: $54
- Transfer from Nice Airport to Villefranche Port: $60
- Departure Transfer: Villefranche Port to Nice Airport: $60
- Nice hotels to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Nice hotels to Nice Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Nice Airport(NCE) to Nice Cruise Port - Arrrival Private Transfer: $62
- Nice Port to Nice Airport (NCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Nice Cruise Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to Podgorica Airport TGD in Sedan Car: $39
- Private Transfer to Budva: $42
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Downtown to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $43
- Private Transfer: TGD Airport to Podgorica in Business Car: $47
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport by Business Car: $52
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to Podgorica Airport TGD in Van: $58
- Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Private transfer to Kotor: $67
- Private transfer to Tivat: $67
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $82
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 €85Podgorica €70
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 €12Podgorica €21
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip the Line Tickets: National Park Biogradska Gora: $8.35
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.95
- Skadar Lake Official - Kayak Tour: $12
- Virpazar Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour: $18
- 2 Hours Guided - Group Nature Tour (taste local wine on tour): $18
- Skadar Lake: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $18
- Guided Boat Tours on Lake Skadar with Local Insights: $24
- Skadar Lake National Park Boat Tour with Visit in Kom Monastery: $30
- Virpazar: Guided Skadar Lake Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $30
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $39
- Private Podgorica City Walking Tour: $45
- Skadar Lake: 4-Hour Guided tours on Kayak: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17Podgorica €20
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Skadar Lake Private Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Shots: $70
- E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting & Waterfalls: $81
- Book Your Wine Tour: $100
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $106
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $116
- Wine tour- Family winery visit, food tasting & Skadar Lake boat cruise: $177
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $179
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $233
- SOUL HEALING Wine Tour Montenegro - BEST PRIVATE TOUR : $233
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $325
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nice and Podgorica, we can see that Nice is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nice Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Podgorica?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Nice and Podgorica, 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 Nice or Podgorica?
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 Nice or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Nice for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Nice is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 23°C (73°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In July, Nice usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNice 23°C (73°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nice or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Nice during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Nice because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Nice is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Nice. Nice usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNice 17°C (63°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Nice or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and Podgorica. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
In the winter, Nice is a little warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nice in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Nice usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNice 9°C (48°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Nice or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nice as well as Podgorica. Many travelers come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Nice is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 13°C (56°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Nice usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNice 13°C (56°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Nice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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