Which place is cheaper, Florence or Abu Dhabi?
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 Abu Dhabi or Florence?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Abu Dhabi and Florence can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Florence?
Abu Dhabi
It doesn't get more "lifestyles of the rich and famous" than a vacation to Abu Dhabi. The federal capital and center of government for the United Arab Emirates is arguably the most modern city in the world.
Abu Dhabi has a population of 1.5 million and provides a home to several oil companies and embassies, but this place is definitely a playground for the world's fanciest tourists. This city has several large projects underway including Yas Island's Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park.
Note: homosexuality is still outlawed in the UAE with harsh punishments including deportation, fines, jail time or even a death sentence.
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Arab Emirates, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Florence $202
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Florence is $202. 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 Abu Dhabi and Florence in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Florence $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Florence $196
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Florence
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Florence? 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: Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices and Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Florence $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:
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Car Rental$31
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Taxi to Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Tickets with Private Transfers: $289
- Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) to Dubai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $275
- Ferrari world & Warner bros. parks with transfer from Dubai: $250
- Abu Dhabi Helicopter Ride with optional Private Transfers: $222
- From 2 Dives for Certified Divers with transfer: $218
- From Scuba Dive and Snorkeling with BBQ, Transfer: $218
- Ferrari World with Fast Track Access , Meal Voucher and Transfer: $200
- Ferrari World, Yas and Warner Bros Word Tickets with Transfer: $200
- Abu Dhabi Airport to Dubai Hotels Transfer: $199
- Private Transfer: Abu Dhabi Airport AUH to Dubai in Business Car: $199
- Abu Dhabi Combo Ticket: Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld with transfers: $195
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque-Entry to the Masterpiece with Transfer: $195
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City$8.99
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Taxi from Airport$28
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In City Parking (Full Day)$34
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Bus Pass (Full Day)$5.62
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Bus From Airport$5.62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pisa Airport Direct Transfer to/from Florence Center: $16
- Shared Bus Transfer to/from Pisa Airport: $17
- Florence Airport Private Departure Transfer: $50
- Private Transfer from SMN Train Station to Florence: $53
- From La Spezia: Round-trip Transfer to Florence & Accademia: $55
- Private Transfer from Florence Airport to your Hotel in Florence: $62
- Luxury Private Transfer from Florence Airport and Vice Versa: $65
- From Round Trip Transfer to Cinque Terre: $67
- Florence hotels to Florence Airport (FLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $72
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Round Trip Transfer to Pisa from Florence: $84
- Transfer: Peretola Airport (FLR) to Florence City Center: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Florence?
Prices for flights to both Florence and Abu Dhabi 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 dayAbu Dhabi $78Florence $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Dubai Marina Unique Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment: $39
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Tour with Shows & Buffet Dinner: $60
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows And BBQ Buffet Dinner: $60
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner : $65
- Evening Desert Safari Camel Ride Dinner Live Shows in Abu Dhabi: $69
- Desert Safari Abu Dhabi w/ Sand Boarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $75
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari & Dinner Under the Stars: $79
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $80
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari 4x4, BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride: $81
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner & Shows: $81
- Abu Dhabi Desert safari with BBQ Dinner,Sandboarding & Camel ride: $90
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich$7.30
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour: A Tasty Adventure in Florence! : $29
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Florence Street Food Tour: Central Market & Duomo Area: $31
- Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $34
- Street Food Tour with Wine & Local Guide: $34
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $37
- Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $39
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with optional Local Market Tour: $40
- Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
- Pizza and Gelato Experience with Unlimited Wine: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Florence $34
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum Entrance Ticket: $41
- Abu Dhabi Tour-Sheik Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace With Louvre Musuem: $115
- Admission Ticket To Qasr Al Hosn Abu Dhabi: $20
- Falcon Hospital Tour with Transportation : $101
- Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi Ticket: $24
- Private Full-Day Tour in Abu Dhabi: $251
- Yas island abu dhabi 1/2/3 park admission tickets : $105
- 1 Day 2 Yas Island Park Tickets Combo: $149
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- 90 Minutes Cultural Camel Walking Tour Abu Dhabi: $52
- A Sharing Tour of Sunset at Sheikh Zayed Mosque Abu Dhabi: $112
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi$12
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi$4.49
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Firenze Card (for Two)$112
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)$22
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee$6.74
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee$7.86
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- The Best tour in Renaissance and Medici Tales: $1.13
- Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $2.26
- Renaissance and Medici Tales Guided Walking Tour: $2.26
- The Best tour in Renaissance and Medici Tales: $3.43
- Florence Walking Tour: $3.43
- Self Guided Tours Florence With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.43
- Self Guided Walking Tour in Florence Hidden Gems: $3.43
- Sunset Walking Tour: $3.44
- Experience Florence’s Art and Architecture on a Walking Tour: $3.44
- Smartphone self guided Tour: $4.51
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Florence: $5.72
- AudioZoom into A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Florence $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti$4.72
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Bottle of Wine$8.42
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $17
- Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $24
- Chianti Wineries Tour with 7 Wine Tastings from Florence: $25
- Wine Tasting at a Vineyard With a Local Winemaker: $32
- Cellar Wine Tour: $34
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $35
- Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $39
- Wine Tasting Experience with Three Types of Tuscan Wine: $40
- Montefioralle Winery - Tour and Wine Tasting in Chianti: $40
- Wine Tasting Experience in Florence city centre: $45
- Wine Tasting Experience in Florence city centre: $46
- Chianti Rufina Lunch and Wine Tasting Experience: $46
When comparing the travel costs between Abu Dhabi and Florence, we can see that Florence is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Florence is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Abu Dhabi Expensive? and Is Florence Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Abu Dhabi or Florence?
Abu Dhabi has a larger population, and is about 62% larger than the population of Florence. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Florence, 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 Abu Dhabi or Florence?
Florence has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Abu Dhabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Florence in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Abu Dhabi as well as Florence. Abu Dhabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Abu Dhabi. In the summer, Abu Dhabi is a little warmer than Florence. Typically, the summer temperatures in Abu Dhabi in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Florence averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Florence. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Abu Dhabi this time of the year. In the summer, Abu Dhabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 331 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in July than Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAbu Dhabi 35°C (95°F)Florence 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Florence in the Autumn?
Both Florence and Abu Dhabi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Abu Dhabi throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Florence in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Abu Dhabi is generally much warmer than Florence. Daily temperatures in Abu Dhabi average around 29°C (84°F), and Florence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Florence during autumn. Abu Dhabi gets 314 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAbu Dhabi 29°C (84°F)Florence 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Florence in the Winter?
Both Florence and Abu Dhabi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Abu Dhabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Florence in the winter. The daily temperature in Abu Dhabi averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Florence fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
It's quite sunny in Abu Dhabi. In the winter, Abu Dhabi often gets more sunshine than Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 105 hours of full sun.
Abu Dhabi usually gets less rain in January than Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAbu Dhabi 18°C (64°F)Florence 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Abu Dhabi or Florence in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Abu Dhabi and Florence. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Abu Dhabi year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Florence because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Abu Dhabi is much warmer than Florence. Typically, the spring temperatures in Abu Dhabi in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Florence averages at about 14°C (57°F).
In Abu Dhabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Abu Dhabi usually receives more sunshine than Florence during spring. Abu Dhabi gets 297 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Abu Dhabi usually receives less rain than Florence. Abu Dhabi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAbu Dhabi 27°C (81°F)Florence 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Florence and Abu Dhabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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