Which place is cheaper, Trento or Aveiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aveiro or Trento?
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 Trento. 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 Trento?
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.
Trento
Amid stone castles of centuries past and Renaissance fountains, the ancient and modern world glide seamlessly together to create a quaint, elegant town. Trento is the capital of Trentino and is located on the Adige River valley. A most prominent city during the sixteenth century, Trento was once the location of the Council of Trent, wielding insurmountable power throughout the region. Though formerly part of Austria and Hungary-Austria, Trento finally was annexed by Italy in 1919. Because of its rich history, a great deal of breathtaking architecture can be found throughout the city, such as the Trento Cathedral and the Castello del Buonconsiglio. Despite its cultural and historic significance, however, Trento is also the capital of Italy's education, politics, and economy. From the top 30 universities in Italy, University of Trento ranks highly among them and has gained worldwide prestige. Compared to many other Italian metropolises, Trento is ranked highly for its quality of life, standard of living, and business and job opportunities for the population. In 2004, Trento was named the Alpine Town of the Year as well.
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 Bicycle Tours in Italy, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAveiro €80Trento €131
The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is €80, while the average daily cost in Trento is €131. 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 Trento in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAveiro €46Trento €69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAveiro €92Trento €138
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and Trento
Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or Trento? 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 Trento Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aveiro €8.57Trento €20
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or Trento?
Prices for flights to both Trento 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 €28Trento €42
Typical Food Prices in Trento
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Trento:
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Dinner at Pizzeria (for 2)€24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Trento
For Trento, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Trento: $93
- Small-group Street food tour in Trento: $97
- Trento Street Food Tour: $98
- 3 Hours and a Half Private Cooking Class in Trento: $115
- Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Trento: $142
- Private market tour, lunch or dinner and cooking demo in Trento: $152
- Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $155
- Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Trento: $158
- Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Trento: $158
- Market Tour and Private 3-Recipe Home Cooking Class: $202
- Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner in Trento: $206
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aveiro €8.57Trento €24
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
Tours and Activities in Trento
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Trento.
- 8-Day Bike Tour in the Dolomites: $273
- E-Bike Tour at Lake Ledro: $131
- Full-Day Self-Guided Garda Vespa Tour departing at Malcesine: $153
- Long Cruise Gargnano: $58
- Panoramic Cruise: $38
- Panoramic Waterfall Cruise: $44
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Trento: $8.72
- Romantic Cruise: $44
- Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Trento: $119
- Sunset Cruise: $55
- Trento Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
- Trento Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAveiro €17Trento €20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Trento
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Trento are as follows:
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Beer with Dinner (for 2)€4.00
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and Trento, we can see that Trento 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 Trento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Trento 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 Trento Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aveiro or Trento?
Trento has a larger population, and is about 94% larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and Trento, 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 Trento?
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 Trento in the Summer?
Both Trento and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Trento in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Aveiro is cooler than Trento. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aveiro in July average around 21°C (69°F), and Trento averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Trento. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Trento during summer. Aveiro gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Trento receives 286 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than Trento. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Trento receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAveiro 21°C (69°F)Trento 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Trento in the Autumn?
Both Trento and Aveiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Trento for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Aveiro is generally a little warmer than Trento. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 17°C (62°F), and Trento fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In the autumn, Aveiro often gets more sunshine than Trento. Aveiro gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trento receives 137 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in October than Trento. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Trento receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAveiro 17°C (62°F)Trento 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Trento in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and Trento. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Trento because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Trento can be very cold. Aveiro is much warmer than Trento in the winter. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Trento fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Aveiro usually receives more sunshine than Trento during winter. Aveiro gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Trento receives 98 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 Trento. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Trento receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAveiro 10°C (50°F)Trento 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Aveiro or Trento in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as Trento. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Trento this time of year.
In the spring, Aveiro is around the same temperature as Trento. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aveiro in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Trento averages at about 13°C (55°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 Trento. Aveiro gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trento receives 169 hours of full sun.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the spring. Aveiro usually gets more rain in April than Trento. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Trento receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAveiro 14°C (56°F)Trento 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Trento and Aveiro
| Aveiro | Trento | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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