Which place is cheaper, Bari or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Bari?
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 Bari. 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 Bari?
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.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.
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 Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Bari €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Bari is €113. 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 Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Bari €73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Bari €146
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Bari
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Bari? 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 Bari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Bari €11
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
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Train to Lecce€44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer:From BARI CENTER to ROME AIRPORTS or reverse: $1,068
- Bari or Naples: Private Transfer Service: $541
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Monte Sant'Angelo: $492
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to San Giovanni Rotondo: $492
- Private 24-seat Coach Transfer: From Bari Airport to Matera: $417
- Private transfert from Bari to Naples: $401
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Matera: $310
- Private Transfer from Bari to Amalfi with 2 hours for sightseeing: $296
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Mesagne: $284
- Vineyard Wine Tasting & soft lunch & transfer included: $273
- Private Transfer from Bari to Naples with 2 hours for sightseeing: $270
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Valle d'Itria: $268
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari 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 €28Bari €32
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner€44
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Coffee€2.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $39
- Bari Walking Street Food Tour: $48
- Bari Street Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Italian Street Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $70
- Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour: $76
- Street Food Tour in Bari old town - Do Eat Better Experience: $78
- Rickshaw Street Food Tour: $80
- Conversano: Apulian cooking lesson with dinner included: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour on Segway: $86
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Barletta with Show Cooking: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Margherita di Savoia with Show Cooking: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Bari €8.61
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
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- Bari tour with a local tour guide.: $219
- Private Experience - day of fishing on the Bari coast: $219
- Guided tour and tasting at La Cantina Frrud - Wine Museum: $38
- 1.5 Hour Cave's Tour Polignano a Mare: $38
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour of Altamura the Lioness of Puglia: $38
- 2 Hours Private Guided Tour in the Historic Centre of Altamura: $229
- 2-Hour Bari City Tour: $241
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Bari with Street Food: $49
- Alberobello Private Tour with Pick Up: $175
- Alberobello, Monopoli Polignano Small-Group Guided Tour from Bari: $152
- Altamura walking tour: $229
- Apulia: Bike Tour through the Treasures of Bari: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Bari €13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
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Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $79
- Private Tour: Trani walking tour with Moscato wine tasting: $115
- Wine tasting experience in the Apulian countryside : $235
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Bari, we can see that Bari 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 Bari would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bari 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 Bari Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Bari?
Bari has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Bari, 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 Bari?
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 Aveiro or Bari in the Summer?
Both Bari and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bari this time of year.
Aveiro is cooler than Bari in the summer. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Bari fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Bari. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives less sunshine than Bari during summer. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 336 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Bari. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Bari receives 9 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Bari 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Bari in the Autumn?
Both Bari and Aveiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Bari for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Aveiro is around the same temperature as Bari. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aveiro in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Bari averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bari. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 178 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in October than Bari. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Bari receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Bari 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Bari in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Bari. Furthermore, many visitors come to Bari in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Bari. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 10°C (50°F), and Bari fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Bari during winter. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Bari. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Bari receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Bari 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Bari in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Bari. Additionally, most visitors come to Bari for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
Aveiro is around the same temperature as Bari in the spring. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Bari fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bari. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In the spring, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bari. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 203 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. Aveiro usually gets more rain in April than Bari. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Bari receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Bari 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Bari and Aveiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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