Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Antwerp?
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 Aveiro and Antwerp. 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: Aveiro or Antwerp?
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.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Antwerp €123
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is €123. 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 Aveiro and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Antwerp €71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Antwerp €142
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Antwerp? 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: Aveiro Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Antwerp €12
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $272
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $174
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $162
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $140
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Aveiro 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 dayAveiro €28Antwerp €39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Antwerp €8.21
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: $101
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $107
- Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $116
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $116
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $272
- Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $311
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Antwerp : $228
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $31
- 3-Hour Private Tour in Antwerp: $49
- Antwerp : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $80
- Antwerp : Private Custom Walking Tour with Local Guide: $56
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $35
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Antwerp Private Tour From Brussels: $423
- Antwerp Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $244
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.05
- Antwerp Shore Excursion and Bruges Private City Tour including Chocolate Tasting: $183
- Antwerp by Night Private Walking Tour: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Antwerp €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $61
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $65
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp 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 Aveiro Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Antwerp?
Antwerp has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Antwerp, 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 Aveiro or Antwerp?
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 Aveiro or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Antwerp. Additionally, many visitors come to Antwerp in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Aveiro is generally a little warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 21°C (69°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antwerp. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In the summer, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun.
Aveiro usually gets less rain in July than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Antwerp in the Autumn?
Both Antwerp and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Antwerp for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Aveiro is a little warmer than Antwerp in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during autumn. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. In October, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Aveiro during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Antwerp can be very cold. In the winter, Aveiro is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aveiro in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Antwerp averages at about 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in January than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Antwerp in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Antwerp. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
In April, Aveiro is generally much warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 14°C (56°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during spring. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Antwerp. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Aveiro
| Aveiro | Antwerp | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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