A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Braga vs. Verona for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Braga or Verona?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Braga or Verona? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Braga or Verona?

Braga

Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.

Verona

Verona, Italy is probably most famous as the setting for Shakespeare's famous play, Romeo and Juliet. It's in northeast Italy in the Veneto region, close to Venice. It's easy to make the trip by train from either Venice or Milan. Verona has many Roman ruins throughout town, most notably, the Arena. The Arena is a large amphitheater that dates back to the first century AD. You also can't visit Verona without stopping by Juliet's House on Via Cappello, just off the Piazza delle Erbe. The balcony is the supposed balcony that inspired the most famous love scene in the play. You can expect to find tourists gathered around with camera, perhaps detracting a little from what might have once been a romantic setting. Other sights in town worth visiting are the Castle Scaligeri, Castelvecchio, Lamberti Tower, Juliet's Tomb, and the small chapel San Giorgetta. If you have the time while you're in town, consider hoping on Bus 41 and heading out to S. Maria di Lourdes Sanctuary. From the edge of Verona's highest hill you can have a stunning view of the surrounding area. It's well worth the trip.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Verona or Braga?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Braga is €112, while the average daily cost in Verona is €168. 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 Braga and Verona in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Braga 54
    Verona 107
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Braga 108
    Verona 214
Compare Hotels in Braga and Verona

Looking for a hotel in Braga or Verona? 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.

Hotels in Braga


Hotels in Verona


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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: Braga Hotel Prices and Verona Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Braga 20
    Verona 6.88

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:

  • Traditional Vinho Verde Tour in Bowl with Private Transfer (Porto and Braga): $131
  • Braga Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $102

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Verona

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Verona:


  • Bus From Airport
    6.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Verona

Also for Verona, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Verona - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
  • Verona Private Transfer - to/from any location: $57
  • Private Transfer from/to Valerio Catullo Airport to/from Verona : $58
  • Private Transfer Verona Center to Valerio Catullo Airport VRN: $64
  • 1-Way private Transfer to Valerio Catullo Airport: $70
  • Transfer Verona airport - Verona center: $84
  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Venice - Arrival Private Transfer: $96
  • Verona to Venice Airport VCE Departure Private Transfer: $96
  • Verona Airport (VRN) to Val Gardena/Alta Badia - Arrival Transfer: $104
  • Verona to Milan Private Transfer: $110
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Peschiera to Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport: $116
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Riva del Garda (or vice versa): $120

Is it cheaper to fly into Braga or Verona?

Prices for flights to both Verona and Braga 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Braga 40
    Verona 54

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Braga

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.

  • Small-Group Braga Food Tour With A Local Guide: $84

Typical Food Prices in Verona

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Verona:


  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    36
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    23
  • Cappucino
    1.75

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Verona

For Verona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting: $63
  • Tortellini Cooking Class and Lunch with Mamma Ivana: $64
  • Eat Drink and Love wine and food tour: $82
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Castelnuovo del Garda with Show Cooking: $93
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fumane with Show Cooking: $93
  • Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Soave: $93
  • Verona Food Tour with Guide: $95
  • Food Tour with Amarone Wine Tasting: $95
  • Wine and Food Tour with Dinner and Tastings: $96
  • Small-group Street food tour in Soave: $97
  • Verona Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $101
  • Valpolicella: Traditional cooking class with local products: $102

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Braga 16
    Verona 12

Tours and Activities in Braga

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:

  • KAYAK TOUR I Going down the Lima River in Kayak | AV: $66
  • 1h Buggy Tour | Arches of Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $76
  • 2h Buggy Tour | Arcos de Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $131
  • 4X4 Tour – Minho Litoral - Beaches and Mountains between Viana do Castelo and Caminha: $82
  • 4X4 Tour - Discovering Serra d´ Arga: $175
  • Alto Douro Walk & WineTour: $197
  • TOUR HD BRAGA MERCEDES V EXT LONG: $225
  • TOUR HD BRAGA SEDAN: $198
  • Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour: $109
  • Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour: $321
  • Braga Private Walking Tour: $254
  • Braga Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $216

Typical Entertainment Prices in Verona

For Verona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Juliet's House Entry
    4.00
  • Verona Card
    10

Tours and Activities in Verona

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Verona.

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Verona Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Digital Guide made by a Local for your walking tour: $6.74
  • Solferino Ticket Valid for Visit to the Museum and the Rocca: $6.81
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
  • Verona's History and Highlights: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • The city of Romeo and Juliet: A self-guided audio tour through Verona: $7.99
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.02
  • Tour Escape Verona - The happy ending of Juliet: $9.62
  • Self-Guided Walking Tour and 1-Day Itinerary: $10
  • Verona and Lake Garda: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Non guided tour of the wine museum and amarone tasting: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Braga 21
    Verona 11

Sample the Local Flavors in Braga

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:

  • Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $50
  • Green Wine Region-Small Group Tour with Lunch and Wine Tastings, from Porto city: $142
  • Douro Valley Private Tour from Lunch & Wine Tour: $288
  • Vinho Verde Private Wine Tour: $535

Sample the Local Flavors in Verona

Also in Verona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine tasting in Bardolino: $26
  • Valpolicella Wine Tour and Tasting in Medieval Court: $33
  • Amarone Wine Tour: $35
  • Montresor Winery Visit with Wine Tasting and Snacks: $37
  • Valdadige: Roeno Guided Tour and Wine tasting: $37
  • Verona area: Wine Tasting Experience in Valpolicella: $38
  • Food and Wine Tasting in Valpolicella: $38
  • Unique Wine tasting in Verona, with Amarone docg: $41
  • Lazise: Historical Center Wine Tasting Tour: $43
  • Lake Garda: Wine Tour & Tasting Experience in Bardolino area: $44
  • Wine Tasting near Juliet's Balcony in Verona: $45
  • Wine Tasting in Underground Cellar in Verona City Center : $46


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Braga and Verona, we can see that Verona is more expensive. And not only is Braga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Braga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Braga 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 Verona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Verona than you might in Braga.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Braga Expensive? and Is Verona Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Braga or Verona?

Verona has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Braga. When comparing the sizes of Braga and Verona, 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 Braga or Verona?

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 Braga or Verona in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Braga as well as Verona. Additionally, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Verona this time of year.

In July, Braga is generally cooler than Verona. Daily temperatures in Braga average around 21°C (69°F), and Verona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Verona. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Braga this time of the year. In the summer, Braga often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Verona. Braga gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 286 hours of full sun.

Braga usually gets less rain in July than Verona. Braga gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Verona receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Braga 21°C (69°F) 
    Verona 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Braga or Verona in the Autumn?

Both Verona and Braga are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Verona for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Braga is a little warmer than Verona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Braga averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Verona fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).

Braga usually receives more sunshine than Verona during autumn. Braga gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 137 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Braga. In October, Braga usually receives more rain than Verona. Braga gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Verona receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Braga 17°C (62°F) 
    Verona 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Braga or Verona in the Winter?

Both Verona and Braga during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Verona in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Verona can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Braga is much warmer than Verona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Braga in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Verona averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Braga often gets more sunshine than Verona. Braga gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 98 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Braga. Braga usually gets more rain in January than Verona. Braga gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Verona receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Braga 10°C (50°F) 
    Verona 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Braga or Verona in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Braga and Verona. Also, most visitors come to Verona for the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Braga is generally around the same temperature as Verona. Daily temperatures in Braga average around 14°C (56°F), and Verona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In Braga, it's very sunny this time of the year. Braga usually receives more sunshine than Verona during spring. Braga gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 169 hours of full sun in the spring.

Braga gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Braga usually receives more rain than Verona. Braga gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Verona receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Braga 14°C (56°F) 
    Verona 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Verona and Braga

Braga Verona
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)