A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aveiro vs. Pontevedra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aveiro or Pontevedra?

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 Pontevedra. 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 Pontevedra?

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.

Pontevedra

An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.

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 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Pontevedra, we can see that Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Pontevedra?

Pontevedra has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Pontevedra, 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 Pontevedra?

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 Pontevedra in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Pontevedra.

In July, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Pontevedra. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 21°C (69°F), and Pontevedra fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pontevedra this time of the year. In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aveiro usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pontevedra during summer. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Pontevedra receives 299 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Aveiro or Pontevedra in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Pontevedra.

Aveiro is around the same temperature as Pontevedra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Pontevedra fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

In the autumn, Aveiro often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pontevedra receives 174 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Pontevedra. Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Aveiro usually gets less rain in October than Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Aveiro or Pontevedra in the Winter?

Both Pontevedra and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

In the winter, Aveiro is around the same temperature as Pontevedra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aveiro in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Pontevedra averages at about 10°C (50°F).

Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Pontevedra during winter. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Pontevedra receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. It's quite rainy in Aveiro. In January, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Aveiro or Pontevedra in the Spring?

Both Pontevedra and Aveiro during the spring are popular places to visit.

In April, Aveiro is generally around the same temperature as Pontevedra. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 14°C (56°F), and Pontevedra fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Aveiro. In the spring, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pontevedra receives 198 hours of full sun.

Pontevedra 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 April than Pontevedra. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Pontevedra and Aveiro