Which place is cheaper, Viseu or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antalya or Viseu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Viseu? 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 Viseu?
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.
Viseu
Viseu is the beautiful capital city of the Centro Region of Portugal, located northeast of Lisbon. The city, which is situated in the center of the famous Dao wine region, offers stunning natural scenery and beautiful ancient architecture. The best time to visit Viseu is during the summer from June through September when temperatures tend to range from 75-85° Fahrenheit and there is less rain. From October-May, temperatures tend to stay between 45-60° F and rainfall is at its highest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Lisbon.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $147Viseu $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Viseu is $105. 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 Viseu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $55Viseu $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $110Viseu $112
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Viseu
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Viseu? 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 Viseu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $110Viseu $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- olympos cable car with transfer from antalya: $87
- fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $76
- antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $416
- Yacht Tour to Suluada Island from Antalya with transfer and lunch: $27
- Turkey Antalya Airport Transfer Service VIP Transfer AYT: $46
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya HTL-APT (AYT): $35
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $74
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $85
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $80
- Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
- The Land of Legends at Night w/Boat Parade Inl.Transfer f/Antalya: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Viseu?
Prices for flights to both Viseu 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 $25Viseu $33
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 $46Viseu $25
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $20Viseu $8.27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Viseu, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Viseu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Viseu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Viseu 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 Viseu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Viseu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Viseu?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Viseu. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Viseu, 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 Viseu?
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 Viseu in the Summer?
Both Viseu and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Antalya in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Antalya is a little warmer than Viseu. Typically, the summer temperatures in Antalya in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Viseu averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Viseu. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Viseu during summer. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Viseu. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntalya 28°C (83°F)Viseu 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Viseu in the Autumn?
Both Viseu and Antalya during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Antalya for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Viseu. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 21°C (69°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Antalya. In the autumn, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 184 hours of full sun.
Viseu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Antalya usually gets less rain in October than Viseu. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntalya 21°C (69°F)Viseu 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Viseu in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Viseu. The winter months attract visitors to Antalya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Antalya is around the same temperature as Viseu in the winter. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 11°C (51°F) in January, and Viseu fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Viseu during winter. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Viseu receives a lot of rain in the winter. Antalya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Viseu. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntalya 11°C (51°F)Viseu 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Viseu in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Viseu. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
In the spring, Antalya is around the same temperature as Viseu. Typically, the spring temperatures in Antalya in April average around 16°C (62°F), and Viseu averages at about 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Viseu. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the spring, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 217 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets less rain in April than Viseu. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntalya 16°C (62°F)Viseu 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Viseu and Antalya
| Antalya | Viseu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.