Which place is cheaper, Stratford-upon-Avon or Sofia?
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 Sofia or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Sofia and Stratford-upon-Avon. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Sofia or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Sofia
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and also its largest city. Some people have tried to compare it to Budapest, but the cities are actually quite different. In Sofia you will find wonderful European style architecture intertwined with Communist style buildings. It's fascinating to see the two dramatically different building styles immediately next to each other. There are also many Orthodox Churches around town, with their beautiful domes and intricate details.
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon is a historic town in the English county of Warwickshire with a population of about 25,000. It sits on the River Avon and is famous as the home town of William Shakespeare. Today it is home to the Royal Shakespeare Company and a popular destination for those hoping to see a show. Much effort has been made to preserve the historical buildings that date back to Shakespeare's time and the city's quaint character and historic appeal make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in England. Every year thousands of visitors travel to the area to experience its interesting culture and history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Bulgaria, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Bulgaria, The Best 3-Day Tours from London, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from London.
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Sofia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySofia $86Stratford-upon-Avon $235
The average daily cost (per person) in Sofia is $86, while the average daily cost in Stratford-upon-Avon is $235. 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 Sofia and Stratford-upon-Avon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSofia $44Stratford-upon-Avon $118
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSofia $88Stratford-upon-Avon $236
Compare Hotels in Sofia and Stratford-upon-Avon
Looking for a hotel in Sofia or Stratford-upon-Avon? 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: Sofia Hotel Prices and Stratford-upon-Avon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sofia $9.26Stratford-upon-Avon $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sofia
Also for Sofia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Sofia HTL-APT (SOF): $48
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Sofia APT-HTL (SOF): $48
- Transfer from the Sofia Airport to your hotel in Sofia by VIP Mercedes V class: $71
- Transfer from Sofia to Stara Zagora: $212
- Transfer from Sofia airport to hotel in Sofia OR vice versa: $21
- Transfer Sofia Airport/city to Plovdiv with a sedan 3+1: $113
- Private Airport Transfer to Sofia City Center: $41
- Sofia City Private Transfer to Sofia Airport SOF in Business Car: $58
- Sofia Airport to Borovets Shared Transfer (Max 90 Min Wait): $28
- Sofia Airport SOF Private Transfer to Sofia City in Business Car: $58
- Sofia Airport (LBSF): One-Way Transfer to/from Borovets: $104
- River Rafting Adventure in Bulgaria (incl. transfer from Sofia): $171
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stratford-upon-Avon
Also for Stratford-upon-Avon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Stratford-upon-Avon To London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service: $291
- Scenic Transfer from Stratford Upon Avon to London Via Cotswolds: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Sofia or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Prices for flights to both Stratford-upon-Avon and Sofia 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 daySofia $35Stratford-upon-Avon $91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sofia
For Sofia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1980s Communism-Era Dinner with Local Host: $35
- Market Food Tour: $55
- Cooking Class in Sourdough Pancakes, Wine & Culture: $59
- Sofia by Night: Panoramic City Tour and Folklore Dinner: $116
- Private Sofia Night Tour with Bulgarian Folklore & Dinner: $118
- Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class: $137
- Sofia by Night Panoramic Tour with Dinner and Folklore Show: $161
Typical Food Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Cheese & Crackers$9.54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pasta Making Experience - Cooking Class: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sofia $6.54Stratford-upon-Avon $29
Tours and Activities in Sofia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sofia.
- 3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia: $92
- 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Day tour from Sofia: $125
- 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Small Group Day tour from Sofia: $101
- 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour: $52
- 7 Rila lakes and Rila monastery day tour from Sofia: $123
- Adventure bike tours in Sofia: $70
- Adventure bike tours in Sofia: $69
- Afternoon Delights in Sofia Tour: $83
- All inclusive Belogradchik fort and Venetsa cave day tour: $93
- Archaeological tour-From the Neolithic to Modern times in Augusta Trayana: $118
- Art Gallery Sightseeing Tour in Sofia: $46
- Boyana Church & Rila Monastery Full-Day Private Tour: $188
Typical Entertainment Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Stratford-upon-Avon's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Warwick Castle (2)$80
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Lunch$16
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Lunch for 2$23
Tours and Activities in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Alpaca Farm Experience in Kenilworth: $35
- A Historical tour of Warwick with Queen Elizabeth's Secret Lover: $24
- Blenheim and Woodstock Ebike Tour: $135
- City Sightseeing Stratford-upon-Avon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Clay Shooting Experience in Warwickshire: $48
- Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon: $102
- Cotswolds: One Day Cotswolds Walking Tour: $115
- Coventry Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Coventry's Historic Hauntings & Dark Legends Walking Tour: $16
- Coventry’s Rich Heritage: Godiva Quarter Private Walking Tour: $258
- Daily Stratford Upon Avon Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
- Dark History Walking Tour in Warwick: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySofia $9.26Stratford-upon-Avon $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Sofia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sofia:
- Sofia's Hidden Bars: 4-Hour Pub Crawl: $24
- Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars: $24
- Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting : $29
- Wine and Tapas - Bulgarian's Wine Tasting Experience: $29
- Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia: $36
- Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting: $46
- Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting: $46
- Wine Tasting: Bulgarian Wine Grape Varieties: $48
- From Rozhen monastery and Melnik with wine tasting: $107
- Sofia – Kazanluk Rose Valley & Oil Distillery Tour: $115
- Plovdiv Old Town & Thracian Wine Tasting – Day Tour from Sofia: $137
- Plovdiv and Thracia Valley with Wine Tasting: $173
Typical Alcohol Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Stratford-upon-Avon from other travelers:
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Beers$11
Sample the Local Flavors in Stratford-upon-Avon
Also in Stratford-upon-Avon, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Gin Tasting at Judith’s, Shakespeare Distillery: $20
- UK: Rum Tasting at Judith's - Shakespeare Distillery: $20
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour & Tasting (Gin & Rum): $26
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 11am Ticket: $27
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 1pm Ticket: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sofia and Stratford-upon-Avon, we can see that Stratford-upon-Avon is more expensive. And not only is Sofia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sofia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sofia 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 Stratford-upon-Avon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stratford-upon-Avon than you might in Sofia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sofia Expensive? and Is Stratford-upon-Avon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sofia or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Sofia has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Stratford-upon-Avon. When comparing the sizes of Sofia and Stratford-upon-Avon, 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.
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