Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Aveiro?
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 Alicante and Aveiro can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Aveiro?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
Aveiro
Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.
While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.
Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Aveiro €80
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is €80. 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 Alicante and Aveiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Aveiro €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Aveiro €92
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Aveiro
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Aveiro? 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Aveiro €8.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Puerto Lumbreras : $281
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Azohia: $269
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Drova (urbanisation): $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Bolnuevo: $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to la Manga Puerto Maestre: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cehegin: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Manga strip dos Mares: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cabo de Palos: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gandia: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Campo sol Golf Resort : $226
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Orba: $218
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Oliva: $218
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aveiro
Also for Aveiro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Aveiro Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Aveiro?
Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72Aveiro €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Aveiro €8.57
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
Tours and Activities in Aveiro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Aveiro.
- From Porto: e-Bike Tour in Aveiro, Boat Trip and Costa Nova!: $84
- Aveiro Privat City Tour w/ Local Boat 1 H Cruise & Egg Sweet: $96
- Coimbra & Aveiro Amazing Cultural Full Day Tour from Porto: $102
- Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $117
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $117
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $150
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $273
- Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $312
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Aveiro €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Aveiro, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aveiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aveiro 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Aveiro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Aveiro?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Aveiro, 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 Alicante or Aveiro?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Alicante or Aveiro in the Summer?
Both Aveiro and Alicante during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Alicante in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Alicante is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alicante in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Aveiro averages at about 21°C (69°F).
In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the summer, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets less rain in July than Aveiro. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Aveiro 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Aveiro in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Aveiro. Most visitors come to Alicante for the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Alicante is generally a little warmer than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 20°C (68°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Alicante usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Aveiro 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Aveiro in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Aveiro. The winter months attract visitors to Alicante because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Alicante is a little warmer than Aveiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Alicante usually gets less rain in January than Aveiro. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Aveiro 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Aveiro in the Spring?
Both Aveiro and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The beaches are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In the spring, Alicante is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alicante in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Aveiro averages at about 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Aveiro. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In April, Alicante usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Aveiro 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Aveiro and Alicante
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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