Which place is cheaper, Paris or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Paris?
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 Paris. 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 Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
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 France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Paris €232
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Paris is €232. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Paris €151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Paris €302
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Paris €21
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 Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro€6.40
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Train from Airport€9.00
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Metro tickets€6.80
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Train€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,554
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,383
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,382
- Romantic Photoshoot in Paris with Champagne & Transfers: $1,063
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $958
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $958
- Private Photoshoot Tour with Louvre & hotel Transfers: $957
- Paris by Vintage Car Day and Night Tour with hotel Transfers: $957
- Private Photoshoot and shopping Tour with Hotel Transfers: $850
- Luxury Mercedes Transfer to Deauville or Le Havre: $798
- Private Transfer from CDG and Orly Airports in Paris to Le Havre: $298
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 €28Paris €41
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream€8.00
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Breakfast€7.00
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Breakfast for 2€30
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Dinner on River Cruise€86
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Dinner€57
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Cheese€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $43
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $57
- Seine Cruise Departure from Pont Alexandre III with Dinner Included: $64
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $67
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Eat, play, love Montmartre: 3H Walking Food Tour -Kids friendly-: $70
- Dinner with Customized Wine Selection: $74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Paris €77
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: $138
- Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $106
- 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: $271
- 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 Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two€18
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Admission to Pantheon€5.00
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Catacombs (2)€23
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- A Day at Parc Saint-Paul Ticket and Transport Included: $207
- Guided Tour to Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur Chronicles: $48
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris Christmas Market Tour: $294
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $248
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $146
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $74
- Île de la Cité – Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie Tour: $242
- Île de la Cité, Latin Quarter & Seine River Cruise: Private Tour: $155
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Paris €24
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $21
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $31
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $38
- Paris Nation wine tasting: $42
- Paris St Germain Wine Tasting: $42
- Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise & l'Atelier des lumières: $49
- Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Paris, 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 Paris?
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 Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Aveiro is around the same temperature as Paris. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aveiro in July average around 21°C (69°F), and Paris averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Paris. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Paris during summer. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Paris. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Aveiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Paris in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Aveiro is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 17°C (62°F), and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Paris. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in October than Paris. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Paris. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
Paris can be very cold during winter. Aveiro is much warmer than Paris in the winter. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Paris fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Paris during winter. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 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 Paris. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Paris. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Paris because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Aveiro is a little warmer than Paris. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aveiro in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Paris averages at about 11°C (52°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 Paris. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. Aveiro usually gets more rain in April than Paris. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Aveiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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