Which place is cheaper, Braga or Cadiz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cadiz and Braga can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cadiz is €152, while the average daily cost in Braga is €112. 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 Cadiz and Braga in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cadiz and Braga, we can see that Cadiz 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 Cadiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cadiz 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 Cadiz Expensive? and Is Braga Expensive?.
Cadiz has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Braga. When comparing the sizes of Cadiz and Braga, 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.
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.
Both Braga and Cadiz are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Cadiz for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cadiz is generally a little warmer than Braga. Daily temperatures in Cadiz average around 25°C (77°F), and Braga fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Braga. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cadiz. Cadiz usually receives more sunshine than Braga during summer. Cadiz gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cadiz usually receives less rain than Braga. Cadiz gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Braga receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Braga and Cadiz during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Cadiz in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Cadiz is a little warmer than Braga in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cadiz averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Braga fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Cadiz. In the autumn, Cadiz often gets more sunshine than Braga. Cadiz gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 184 hours of full sun.
Braga gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cadiz usually gets less rain in October than Braga. Cadiz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Braga receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cadiz and Braga. Most visitors come to Cadiz for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Cadiz is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cadiz in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Braga averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Cadiz usually receives more sunshine than Braga during winter. Cadiz gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Braga receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Cadiz usually receives less rain than Braga. Cadiz gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Braga receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Cadiz as well as Braga. The spring months attract visitors to Cadiz because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Cadiz is generally a little warmer than Braga. Daily temperatures in Cadiz average around 17°C (63°F), and Braga fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Braga. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cadiz this time of the year. In the spring, Cadiz often gets more sunshine than Braga. Cadiz gets 253 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 217 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Braga. Cadiz usually gets less rain in April than Braga. Cadiz gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Braga receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Cadiz | Braga | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |