Should you visit Albufeira or Cannes?
Should I visit Albufeira or Cannes? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Albufeira
Located in the Algarve region in the south of Portugal, Albufeira was once a small fishing village which has since evolved into a popular destination for tourists attracted by the area's beaches, pleasant climate, and fresh seafood.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
Which city is cheaper, Cannes or Albufeira?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Albufeira is €118, while the average daily cost in Cannes is €110. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Albufeira and Cannes in more detail.
Accommodation
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €59. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Albufeira the cost is €118 on average.
Cannes's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €120. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €60.
Food
The average traveler spends about €38 per day in Albufeira for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
On average, meal and food prices in Cannes cost around €36 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €14.
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Food
Meals for one day
Albufeira €38
Cannes €36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cannes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cannes.
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Summer Fireworks and Dinner Catamaran Cruise from Cannes:
$135
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From Evening Tour & Dinner in Monte Carlo:
$217
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Small-Group Evening Tour and Dinner in Monte Carlo from Cannes:
$223
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Unforgettable night photos of the French Riviera and dinner in Monaco:
$622
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Albufeira is €27 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €13 per day to get around in Cannes.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albufeira
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Albufeira:
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Albufeira Shared Departure Transfer to Faro:
$14
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Albufeira Private Transfer to Faro:
$16
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Transfer Albufeira - Balaia Golf (Albufeira):
$19
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Faro Airport Private Transfer - Albufeira (Departure):
$22
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Faro Shared Transfer to or from Albufeira:
$22
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Private Faro Airport Transfer to Albufeira (up to 4 passangers):
$34
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Transfer Galé - Balaia Golf (Albufeira):
$36
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Transfer Albufeira to Faro Airport:
$36
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Departure Transfer Albufeira or Açoteias to Faro Airport FAO by Private Vehicle:
$38
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Stork Transfers - Private Transfer From Albufeira to Faro Airport (up to 4 pax):
$41
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Private Faro Airport Transfer to Albufeira (5 to 8 passangers):
$51
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Private Transfer from Villa Guerreiro (Albufeira) to Faro (FAO) Airport:
$54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
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Cannes Private Transfer from Cannes city centre to Nice Airport:
$146
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Departure Private Transfers from Cannes to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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French Riviera: Half-Day Private Tour and Transfer:
$434
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French Riviera: Private Luxury Transfer:
$149
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Nice Airport Private Departure Transfer from Cannes, Monaco or Eze:
$55
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Car:
$157
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van:
$124
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Business Car:
$98
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Car:
$140
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Van:
$114
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Nice to Saint Tropez 2,5 hours return transfer by boat:
$92
Entertainment
Albufeira's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €31 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €24 per person, per day in Cannes. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Albufeira
Here are a few actual costs in Albufeira for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Albufeira Beach Tour:
$25
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Lagos & Sagres Guided Bus Tour:
$25
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'Leaozinho' Pirate Ship Cruise from Albufeira:
$30
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1.5 Hour Quad Off-Road Tour from Albufeira:
$31
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Private Guided Tuk Tuk Tour with pick-up and drop-off in Albufeira:
$33
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Coast Tour & Chapel of Bones:
$35
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Dolphins and Caves Albufeira Marina Tour:
$37
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Algarve Jet Boat Tour from Albufeira:
$37
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Silves & Monchique Guided Bus Tour with Lunch:
$39
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Albufeira 1.5 hour Off-Road Tour Buggy Adventure Tour:
$40
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Stand Up Paddle Tour:
$44
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Caves and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Albufeira:
$44
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
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Round-Trip Ferry Ticket: Cannes to Ste. Marguerite Island:
$19
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French Riviera: Aquasplash Entrance Ticket:
$31
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1-Hour Segway Tour:
$37
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Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Cruise to Corniche d'Or:
$44
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Photographic tour of Cannes with a Local:
$46
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Combo Ile Sainte-Marguerite Ferry & Corniche d'Or Cruise from Cannes:
$54
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Sunset cruise / Cannes Lerins Islands:
$55
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Cannes, Antibes & St Paul De Vence Tour from Nice:
$61
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Cannes 2 Hours Vespa Tour:
$61
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Cannes 2-Hour Segway Tour:
$62
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French Riviera Tour: Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul de Vence:
$62
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Albufeira may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €21 per day on alcoholic beverages.
The average person spends about €14 on alcoholic beverages in Cannes per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Albufeira
Also in Albufeira, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Small group Wine Tasting Tour from Albufeira:
$61
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sunset wine tasting from Albufeira:
$87
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Half Day Small Group Premium Wine Tour from Albufeira:
$93
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Wine Tour & Walking 7 Hanging Valleys - Coast Algarve:
$156
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From Algarve: Medieval Évora with Lunch and Wine Tasting:
$319
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Algarve Art and Wine Tour from Albufeira:
$653
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
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Half and Full-Day Provencal Wine Tours:
$74
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Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting:
$135
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Provence Wine Tour - Private Day Tour from Cannes:
$342
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Private Day Trip: Wine Tasting Tour Including Pinic Lunch From Cannes:
$559
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5-Hour Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze, Nice, Wine Tasting:
$658
When comparing the travel costs between Albufeira and Cannes, we can see that Albufeira 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. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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