Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Dubrovnik?
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 Dubrovnik. 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 Dubrovnik?
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.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
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 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Dubrovnik €97
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is €97. 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 Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Dubrovnik €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Dubrovnik €100
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Dubrovnik? 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 Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Dubrovnik €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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town€1.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Split or Trogir: Private Transfer to Dubrovnik City: $586
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo: $556
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Podgorica: $540
- Private Transfer to Split with Oyster Tasting: $533
- Private transfer from Split to Dubrovnik - door to door: $533
- Dubrovnik to Split 1-Way Private Transfer: $450
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar: $450
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik from Split with stop options: $426
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva: $390
- One Way Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split: $371
- One Way Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik: $371
- Private Transfer From Split to Dubrovnik In Luxury Vehicles: $352
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik 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 €28Dubrovnik €33
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)€29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $80
- Gastro Cruise | Dinner and Boat ride around Dubrovnik Old Town: $81
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $178
- 3 Hour Sites and Bites Food Tour in Dubrovnik: $192
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $197
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $201
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $208
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $213
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Dubrovnik €19
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: $116
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $107
- Coimbra & Aveiro Amazing Cultural Full Day Tour from Porto: $101
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $272
- 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: $311
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $116
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)€13
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)€53
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)€45
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- MONTENEGRO TOUR from Dubrovnik: $103
- Montenegro Bay Cruise with Lunch on the Boat from Koločep: $111
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $58
- 1 Hour Shared Dubrovnik Guided Walking Tour : $26
- 1 Hour Sightseeing Tour in Dubrovnik : $104
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $20
- 2 Hours Private Dubrovnik City Walls Walking Tour : $150
- 2 hrs Guided Tour to CAVTAT a Small Place for Great Art: $27
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $136
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $22
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $108
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Dubrovnik €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $54
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $84
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik with Train Ride and Wine Tasting: $84
- Interactive Wine Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in Dubrovnik Old Town : $89
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Dubrovnik?
Aveiro has a larger population, and is about 91% larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Dubrovnik, 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 Dubrovnik?
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 Dubrovnik in the Summer?
Both Dubrovnik and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Dubrovnik for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Aveiro is cooler than Dubrovnik in the summer. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Dubrovnik 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Dubrovnik in the Autumn?
Both Dubrovnik and Aveiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Dubrovnik in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Aveiro is around the same temperature as Dubrovnik. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aveiro in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Dubrovnik gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets less rain in October than Dubrovnik. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Dubrovnik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Dubrovnik in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Dubrovnik. Furthermore, most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 10°C (50°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the winter. Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Dubrovnik. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Dubrovnik 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Dubrovnik in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Dubrovnik. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
Aveiro is around the same temperature as Dubrovnik in the spring. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. Aveiro usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Dubrovnik. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Dubrovnik and Aveiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
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