Which place is cheaper, Braga or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Athens or Braga?
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 Braga. 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 Braga?
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.
Braga
Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAthens €127Braga €112
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €127, while the average daily cost in Braga is €112. 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 Braga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Braga €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Braga €108
Compare Hotels in Athens and Braga
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Braga? 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 Braga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Braga €20
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:
- Bus Transfer to/from Argos: $14
- One way Private Transfer Athens City Center to / from Piraeus Port: $20
- Private Transfer from Piraeus Port and Hotels to Athens: $22
- Athens Hotels To Piraeus Port-Hotels Luxury Transfer Services: $22
- Private transfer between Athens hotels and Piraeus Port: $22
- From Athens Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Rafina Port: $24
- Athens Private Transfer: Piraeus Cruise Port to Central Athens : $24
- Private Transfer from Athens City to Piraeus Port: $26
- Piraeus Port: Private One-Way Transfer to Athens City Center: $26
- Athens City to Athens Airport Easy Van and Minibus Transfer: $28
- Athens Airport to Athens City Easy Van and Minibus Transfer: $28
- AIRPORT TRANSFER in Athens : $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
- Traditional Vinho Verde Tour in Bowl with Private Transfer (Porto and Braga): $131
- Braga Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Braga?
Prices for flights to both Braga 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 €37Braga €40
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 Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Street Food Tour Market & City Centre: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $46
- Greek Street Food Tour: $51
- Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries: $52
- Middle-eastern Cuisine Cooking Class with Meal: $52
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide and 7 Tastings: $57
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $60
- Alternative, truly authentic food tour in secret Athens: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Class with Meal: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Classes in Athina: $64
- Light Lunch Tasting & Cooking Demo: $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Braga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
- Small-Group Braga Food Tour With A Local Guide: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Braga €16
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Meouzo Online City Tour: $3.20
- Self-guided First Discovery Walk and Reading Tour: $3.21
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour into Byzantine Gems: $4.60
- A Neoclassical Capital: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.50
- 360 Virtual tour of Ancient Athens: $6.00
- Herakleidon Museum of Ancient Greek Technology: Entry Ticket: $6.42
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Athens: $6.53
- Ancient Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
- Ancient Agora of Athens Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- The Best of Piraeus: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Greece: Tourist eSIM Data Plan: $7.18
- Ancient Agora: Audiovisual self-guided tour with 3D models: $7.48
Tours and Activities in Braga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
- KAYAK TOUR I Going down the Lima River in Kayak | AV: $66
- 1h Buggy Tour | Arches of Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $76
- 2h Buggy Tour | Arcos de Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $131
- 4X4 Tour – Minho Litoral - Beaches and Mountains between Viana do Castelo and Caminha: $82
- 4X4 Tour - Discovering Serra d´ Arga: $175
- Alto Douro Walk & WineTour: $197
- TOUR HD BRAGA MERCEDES V EXT LONG: $225
- TOUR HD BRAGA SEDAN: $198
- Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour: $109
- Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour: $321
- Braga Private Walking Tour: $254
- Braga Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $216
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Braga €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $17
- Greek Wine Tasting: $23
- Premium Wine Tastings: $35
- Greek Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $43
- Athens Wine Tasting: $44
- Old Town Athens Wine Tasting: $52
- Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $52
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $53
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $53
- Greek food and wine tasting: $53
- Rare Greek Wine Tasting w/Sommelier by the Acropolis: $59
- Wine Tasting and Storytelling in a Historical Square in Athina: $60
Sample the Local Flavors in Braga
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
- Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $50
- Green Wine Region-Small Group Tour with Lunch and Wine Tastings, from Porto city: $142
- Douro Valley Private Tour from Lunch & Wine Tour: $288
- Vinho Verde Private Wine Tour: $535
When comparing the travel costs between Athens and Braga, we can see that Athens 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.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Athens Expensive? and Is Braga Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Braga?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Braga. When comparing the sizes of Athens and Braga, 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 Braga?
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 Athens or Braga in the Summer?
Both Braga and Athens during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
Athens is a little warmer than Braga in the summer. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Braga fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In Braga, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Athens. In the summer, Athens often gets more sunshine than Braga. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 308 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in July than Braga. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Braga receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Braga 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Athens or Braga in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Braga. Many travelers come to Athens for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Athens is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Athens in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Braga averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In Athens, it's very sunny this time of the year. Athens usually receives more sunshine than Braga during autumn. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Braga receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Athens usually receives less rain than Braga. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Braga receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Braga 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Athens or Braga in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Athens as well as Braga. Many visitors come to Athens in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Athens is generally around the same temperature as Braga. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 10°C (51°F), and Braga fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Athens often gets more sunshine than Braga. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Braga. Athens usually gets less rain in January than Braga. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Braga receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Braga 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Athens or Braga in the Spring?
Both Braga and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Athens for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Athens is a little warmer than Braga in the spring. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Braga fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Braga. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. Athens usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Braga during spring. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Braga. In April, Athens usually receives less rain than Braga. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Braga receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Braga 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Braga 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) |
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