Which place is cheaper, Florence or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Florence?
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 Florence. 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 Florence?
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.
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
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 Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Florence €154
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Florence is €154. 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 Florence in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Florence €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Florence €174
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Florence
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Florence? 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 Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Florence €22
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 Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€25
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In City Parking (Full Day)€30
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Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
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Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Sorrento: $2,138
- From Amalfi Coast Transfer with a Stop in Pompeii: $1,176
- Transfer Between Florence and Rome with Sightseeing Stop: $1,176
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to Florence or Siena: $893
- Private Round-Trip Transfer to Pisa: $567
- Private Transfer to Bologna Airport (BLQ): $429
- From Private Transfer to Siena: $396
- From Private Transfer to Livorno Port: $386
- Transfer from Livorno Port to Accommodation: $386
- Florence Airport (FLR): One-Way/Roundtrip Private Transfer: $314
- Horse ride in the Mugello (transfer from / to Florence) and Tuscan aperitif: $293
- Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $292
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Florence?
Prices for flights to both Florence 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 €28Florence €36
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich€6.50
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Street Food Tour: Market & City Center: $23
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
- Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
- Street Food Tour with Local Expert Guide: $41
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $41
- Food Tour in Santo Spirito: $47
- Walking Food Tour at Sunset with Tastings: $47
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $61
- Pasta Cooking Experience in Florence: $62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Florence €30
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi€11
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
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Firenze Card (for Two)€100
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee€7.00
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $92
- Florence FoodTour with Local Guide: $191
- Florence-Private bike tour: $98
- From Sunset Panoramic e-Bike or Classic Bike tour : $38
- Semi-Private Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour: $71
- Tour Private of Florence in electric car : $41
- VIP Uffizi Gallery Tour: $75
- "Good Morning Chianti Classico" - Tour in 2 wineries with lunch: $196
- 1-Hour Experience with Brunello. Visit to the Vineyard and Cellar: $35
- 1-Hour Golf Cart Private Tour through the Center of Florence: $49
- 2 Hour Private Guided Tour: Uffizi Galleries for Families: $38
- 2-Hour Guided Tour to Uffizi Gallery and its Symbols: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Florence €18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti€4.20
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Bottle of Wine€7.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $16
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
- Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $28
- 3 Types Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $29
- From Florence to Chianti Rufina: Wine Tasting Experience: $32
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
- Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33
- Three Types of Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $37
- Wine Tasting and Paring Class Guided Tour in Florence: $42
- Chianti Wine Tour: Tuscan Reds : $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Florence, we can see that Florence 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 Florence would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florence 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 Florence Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Florence?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Florence, 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 Florence?
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 Florence in the Summer?
Both Florence and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Aveiro is generally cooler than Florence. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 21°C (69°F), and Florence fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Florence. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Florence during summer. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Florence. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Florence 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Florence in the Autumn?
Both Florence and Aveiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Florence because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Aveiro is around the same temperature as Florence in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Florence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Florence. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in October than Florence. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Florence 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Florence in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Florence. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Florence this time of year.
In the winter, Aveiro is a little warmer than Florence. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aveiro in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Florence averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Florence during winter. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 105 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 Florence. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Florence 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Florence in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Florence. Additionally, many travelers come to Florence for the natural beauty.
In April, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Florence. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 14°C (56°F), and Florence fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aveiro this time of the year. In the spring, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Florence. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. Aveiro usually gets more rain in April than Florence. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Florence 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Florence and Aveiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 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.