Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Athens?
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 Athens or Aveiro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Athens and Aveiro. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Athens or Aveiro?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
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 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, 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 dayAthens €154Aveiro €100
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €154, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is €100. 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 Athens and Aveiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Aveiro €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Aveiro €92
Compare Hotels in Athens and Aveiro
Looking for a hotel in Athens 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Aveiro €8.57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to/from Volos: $575
- Private Transfer From Athens To Meteora - Kalabaka: $292
- Private Transfer through Athens Attractions at Night: $292
- Private Return Transfer to Cape Sounio: $292
- Vip Transfer From/To Piraeus Port - Athens Airport: $292
- Combo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket and Airport Transfer: $292
- Athens Transfers: $292
- Private Transfer from Athens to Costa Navarino with 2h Stop: $277
- Private Transfer from Athens city hotels to Nafplio Cruise Port: $273
- Private Transfer from Athens Airport (ATH) to Nafplio Cruise Port: $273
- "Quick Athens Highlights Tour: Airport or Cruise ship Transfers": $269
- Private Transfer from Athens Airport To Costa Navarino Hotel: $268
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Aveiro?
Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Athens 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 dayAthens €64Aveiro €48
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Athens Food Tour (5+ Stops) - Full Meal Included by Do Eat Better: $64
- Ancient Roman and Greek Dinner With Ancient Wine Styles: $65
- Athens Street Food Tour: Taste the best street food: $79
- Athens, Greek food tour including market visit: $80
- Sunset Tour to Temple of Poseidon with Dinner Stop from Athens: $80
- Athens at Night Enchanting Walking Tour and Dinner Delights: $82
- Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings: $82
- Athens Food Tour: Flavors of Asia Minor (private group): $82
- Taste of Athens Small-Group Food Tour: $82
- Quick Greek Street Food Cooking Class in Athens: $87
- Cook Like a Greek in Athens Hands On Cooking Class with Wine: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Aveiro €8.57
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- "A Must-See" Anc. Epidaurus, Mycenae & Nafplion Premium Full Day Tour By Locals: $210
- "All day tour of Athens-8h:Exploring its most popular landmarks": $254
- "Athens Night Experience - 4Hours": $166
- "Athens in a Day: A Full-Day Tour of the City’s Top Highlights": $254
- "Athens in a Glimpse with Cruise Port Pickup & Drop-Off": $174
- "Olive Oil Tasting Experience & Tour in Corinth": $198
- "Tour of Ancient Corinth:Follow in the footsteps of Apostle Paul": $198
- 1 Day Parnitha Athens Private Hiking Tour with Hotel Pickup: $175
- 2 Day Meteora Monasteries Tour with Sunset Off Road Buggy: $204
- 2 Day Tour To The Best Places Of Peloponnese: $292
- 2 Hour Express Athens City Tour (Private): $169
- 2 days Spanish guided tour in Delphi and Meteora: $292
Tours and Activities in Aveiro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Aveiro.
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach and Moliceiro boat: $122
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach, and Moliceiro boat ride: $140
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach, and Moliceiro boat ride: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Aveiro €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- The Original Athens Pub Crawl: $16
- Athens Party Pub Crawl w/ 1-hour Open Bar & VIP Nightclub Access: $17
- Athens Rooftop Pub Crawl Acropolis Views and Nightclub Fun: $17
- Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Athens, Greece: $25
- Athens Exclusive Hellenic Wine Tasting Experience at Brettos: $37
- Organic and Vegan Indigenous Wine Tasting Private Experience: $47
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting: $57
- Greek Wine Tasting with Acropolis view: $57
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $57
- Acropolis Private Wine Tasting @ Finewine store: $65
- 3-Hour Shared Greek Wine Tasting: $105
- Athens Small-Group Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Aveiro, we can see that Athens 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 Athens would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Athens 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 Athens Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Aveiro?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens or Aveiro in the Summer?
Both Aveiro and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Athens because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Athens is a little warmer than Aveiro in the summer. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Aveiro fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Aveiro. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. Athens usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during summer. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Athens usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 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 JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Aveiro 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Athens or Aveiro in the Autumn?
Both Aveiro and Athens during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
In the autumn, Athens is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Athens in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Aveiro averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Athens. In the autumn, Athens often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Athens usually gets less rain in October than Aveiro. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 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 OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Aveiro 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Athens or Aveiro in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Aveiro. Many travelers come to Athens for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Athens is generally around the same temperature as Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 10°C (51°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Athens usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during winter. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Athens usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 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 JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Aveiro 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Athens or Aveiro in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Athens as well as Aveiro. Many visitors come to Athens in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Athens is a little warmer than Aveiro in the spring. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Aveiro fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Athens this time of the year. In the spring, Athens often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Athens usually gets less rain in April than Aveiro. Athens gets 25 mm (1 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 AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Aveiro 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Aveiro and Athens
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 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.