Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Ponce?
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 Ponce. 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 Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro $118Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is $118, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro $54Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro $108Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Ponce? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro $10Ponce $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $57Ponce $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro $10Ponce $56
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro $20Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aveiro is in Europe and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce 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 Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Ponce?
Ponce has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Ponce, 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 Ponce?
Aveiro has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aveiro or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Aveiro during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
In July, Aveiro is generally cooler than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 21°C (69°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aveiro. In the summer, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ponce. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun.
Aveiro usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Ponce. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Aveiro is much colder than Ponce in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Aveiro usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during autumn. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Aveiro usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ponce. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Ponce. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
In the winter, Aveiro is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aveiro in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Ponce averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In the winter, Aveiro often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the winter. Aveiro usually gets more rain in January than Ponce. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Aveiro is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 14°C (56°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during spring. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. In April, Aveiro usually receives more rain than Ponce. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Aveiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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