Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Rouen?
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 Rouen or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Rouen or Mostar? 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: Rouen or Mostar?
Rouen
Rouen is a city on the River Seine in the north of France. It is the capital of the region of Normandy. It was formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of Medieval Europe. The city has had a turbulent history. It was devastated by fire and plague several times during the Middle Ages, and was occupied by the English during the Hundred Years War. The young French heroine Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc) was tried for heresy and burned at the stake in the central square in 1431. And during WWII, Allied bombing raids laid waste to large parts of the city, especially south of the cathedral.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRouen €135Mostar €83
The average daily cost (per person) in Rouen is €135, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €83. 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 Rouen and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRouen €52Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRouen €104Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Rouen and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Rouen or Mostar? 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: Rouen Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rouen €34Mostar €8.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Airport transfer: Capljina - Mostar - Tuzla - Mostar - Capljina: $59
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $118
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Metkovic: $148
- Private Transfer from Jablanica to Mostar Airport (OMO): $148
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Siroki brijeg: $149
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $149
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $179
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $190
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $206
- Dubrovnik to Mostar Transfer with Kravice, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $211
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $214
- Split to Mostar Transfer with Kravice, Blagaj and Pocitelj: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Rouen or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Rouen 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 dayRouen €61Mostar €42
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Medieval 3 course Dinner with Drinks: $34
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $76
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar with Lunch and Drinks: $77
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in a Medieval Restaurant: $88
- Cooking Class of Mostar: $179
- Sarajevo Old Town Tour With Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $262
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rouen €18Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Rouen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rouen are as follows:
- Rouen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Rouen audio guided tour: $11
- Audio Guided City or Joan of Arc Tour: $18
- Audio Guided City and Joan of Arc Tour: $18
- Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience: $19
- Rouen : Must-see Private Walking Tour: $22
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center: $28
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Rouen: $29
- The Official 1-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen: $30
- Treetop adventure course in the heart of Rouen: $31
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $53
- Official English 2hrs Guided Tour of the Must-Sees of Rouen: $53
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Mostar city Tour: $23
- War Photo Exhibition Tour in Mostar: $25
- Mostar Street Art & Graffiti Tour : $30
- Pocitelj City Tour: $30
- City Tour: Mostar Medival Town: $31
- Mostar Street Art & Graffiti Tour: $35
- Drežnica Canyoning Adventure Tour in Mostar: $38
- Mostar thru history -private tour: $40
- The Death of Yugoslavia: Unique thematic Tour in Mostar: $41
- Neretva City Rafting Tour: $41
- Mostar Private Walking Tour: $45
- Safari kayak adventure w BBQ & Beer: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRouen €7.86Mostar €3.47
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- Afternoon Guided Tour and Wine Tasting: $18
- Wine Tasting: $18
- Mostar Sunset Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $18
- Grand City Tour with Old Bridge Wine Tasting and Hub of Fine Arts: $83
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $119
- One Day Mostar Wine Tasting Tour: $220
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rouen and Mostar, we can see that Rouen is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Rouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rouen than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rouen Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rouen or Mostar?
Rouen has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Rouen and Mostar, 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 Rouen or Mostar?
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 Rouen or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Rouen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Rouen this time of year.
In the summer, Rouen is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rouen in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Mostar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rouen. Rouen usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during summer. Rouen gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rouen usually receives more rain than Mostar. Rouen gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRouen 17°C (63°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Rouen or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Rouen during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Rouen for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Rouen is generally cooler than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Rouen average around 12°C (53°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Rouen often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Rouen gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rouen usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Rouen gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRouen 12°C (53°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Rouen or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rouen and Mostar. Many visitors come to Rouen in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Rouen can get quite cold in the winter. Rouen is much colder than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Rouen averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Rouen usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during winter. Rouen gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Rouen usually receives less rain than Mostar. Rouen gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRouen 4°C (39°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Rouen or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rouen as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Rouen for the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Rouen is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rouen in April average around 9°C (48°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Rouen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Rouen gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Rouen usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Rouen gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRouen 9°C (48°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Rouen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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