Budget Travel Guide to Croatia

How to visit Croatia without breaking the bank. Real costs for accommodation, food, transport, and activities with money-saving tips.

How to visit Croatia without breaking the bank. Real costs for accommodation, food, transport, and activities with money-saving tips. What Does a Trip to Croatia Actually Cost?: Croatia is not the budget destination it once was, but it is still cheaper than Western Europe. A budget traveller staying in hostels and cooking some of their own food can get by on €50–70 per day. A Accommodation: Where to Save the Most: Apartments booked direct with owners (rather than through Airbnb) are often 20–30% cheaper and easier to find once you arrive. Private rooms in local guesthouses (called 'sobe') are plentiful on the i Food: Eat Local to Save: Avoid restaurants on main squares and waterfront promenades — they charge two to three times more than places one street back. A burek (flaky pastry with cheese or meat) costs €1.50–2.50 and is breakf