Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Aveiro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Aveiro? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Antalya or Aveiro?
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, 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 dayAntalya $147Aveiro $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is $86. 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 Antalya and Aveiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $55Aveiro $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $110Aveiro $98
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Aveiro
Looking for a hotel in Antalya 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $110Aveiro $9.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $416
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Serik Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kundu Transfer - SUV: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Belek Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Manavgat Transfer - Comfort: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Lara Transfer - SUV: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kaleici Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya City Center Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Beldibi Transfer - Bus/Coach: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kundu Transfer - Limousine: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya City Center Transfer - Limousine: $292
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Konyaalti Transfer - Limousine: $292
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 Antalya or Aveiro?
Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Antalya 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 dayAntalya $25Aveiro $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $40
- Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $73
- Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $46Aveiro $9.18
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $52
- Tour of waterfall (unıque): $71
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya With Cave Hotel Overnight: $60
- 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
- 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
- 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $15
- 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour : $68
- 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $25
- 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $120
- 9 hours Antalya Canyoning and Rafting Tours: $43
- A Walking Adventure in Antalya: $175
- Adrasan & Suluada (Turkish Maldives) Island Boat Tour: $28
Tours and Activities in Aveiro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Aveiro.
- Aveiro Privat City Tour w/ Local Boat 1 H Cruise & Egg Sweet: $96
- Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $117
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $150
- Coimbra & Aveiro Amazing Cultural Full Day Tour from Porto: $102
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $273
- From Porto: e-Bike Tour in Aveiro, Boat Trip and Costa Nova!: $84
- Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $312
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $20Aveiro $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Aveiro, we can see that Antalya 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya 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 Antalya Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Aveiro?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Antalya 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 Antalya or Aveiro?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Antalya or Aveiro in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Aveiro. Most visitors come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Antalya is a little warmer than Aveiro in the summer. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Aveiro fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during summer. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Aveiro 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Aveiro in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Aveiro. The autumn months attract visitors to Antalya because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Antalya is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antalya in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Aveiro averages at about 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the autumn, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Antalya usually gets less rain in October than Aveiro. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Aveiro 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Aveiro in the Winter?
Both Aveiro and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
In January, Antalya is generally around the same temperature as Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 11°C (51°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during winter. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. It's quite rainy in Antalya. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Aveiro. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Aveiro 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Aveiro in the Spring?
Both Aveiro and Antalya during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Antalya is a little warmer than Aveiro in the spring. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 16°C (62°F) in April, and Aveiro fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Antalya. In the spring, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Antalya usually gets less rain in April than Aveiro. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Aveiro 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Aveiro and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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