Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Hvar?
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 Hvar. 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 Hvar?
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.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Hvar €102
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Hvar is €102. 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 Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Hvar €38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Hvar €76
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Hvar? 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 Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Hvar €47
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 Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $535
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar 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 €28Hvar €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Hvar Charming Abandoned Village Small Group Tour and Local Dinner: $180
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $187
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $202
- Hvar Abandoned Village Tour with Local Dinner: $214
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner: $234
- Food Tour: Traditional Flavours and Food Sampling on Hvar: $262
- The Best of Hvar in a Day with Wine tasting and Local Dinner: $273
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Hvar €7.48
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: $102
- Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $117
- Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $117
- Aveiro Tour: $139
- From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $150
- From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $273
- Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $312
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $98
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
- 3-Hour Lavender Tour from Hvar: $150
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $86
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $141
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $918
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $229
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $109
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $107
- Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $76
- Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar: $196
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Hvar €9.18
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $118
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $142
- Wine Tasting Tour: $157
- Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Hvar, we can see that Hvar 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Hvar?
Aveiro has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Hvar, 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 Hvar?
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 Hvar in the Summer?
Both Hvar and Aveiro during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hvar because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Aveiro is generally cooler than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 21°C (69°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aveiro. In the summer, Aveiro often gets less sunshine than Hvar. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.
Aveiro usually gets less rain in July than Hvar. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Hvar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Hvar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Hvar. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
Aveiro is around the same temperature as Hvar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Hvar fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. Aveiro usually receives less sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Hvar. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Hvar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Hvar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Hvar. Also, many travelers come to Hvar for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Aveiro is a little warmer than Hvar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aveiro in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Hvar averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the winter. Aveiro usually gets more rain in January than Hvar. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Hvar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Hvar in the Spring?
Both Hvar and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Hvar in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Hvar. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 14°C (56°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar during spring. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. In April, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Hvar. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Hvar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Hvar and Aveiro
| Aveiro | Hvar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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