Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Cadiz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cadiz or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cadiz and Coimbra 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.
Where Should I go: Cadiz or Coimbra?
Cadiz
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.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, 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 dayCadiz €152Coimbra €103
The average daily cost (per person) in Cadiz is €152, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €103. 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 Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCadiz €77Coimbra €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCadiz €154Coimbra €88
Compare Hotels in Cadiz and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Cadiz or Coimbra? 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: Cadiz Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cadiz €30Coimbra €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:
- Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $87
- Private Transfer from Cadiz city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
Is it cheaper to fly into Cadiz or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Cadiz 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 dayCadiz €45Coimbra €48
Typical Food Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:
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Dinner and Tapas€15
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Lunch for 1€10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
- Food Tour Cadiz: $75
- Tabancos Food Tour Jerez: $92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chanfana: Cooking Traditional Portuguese Cuisine Experience: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cadiz €27Coimbra €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:
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Cadiz Sightseeing Tour€15
Tours and Activities in Cadiz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Cadiz : $87
- 3 Hour Tapa and Cultural Experience Walking Tour: $120
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Cádiz: $17
- Audioguided Tour of Cádiz Monumental, at your pace: $4.27
- Cádiz 2:45h Bike Tour: $38
- Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
- Cádiz: Cadiz Milenaria Guided Tour: $13
- Cádiz: Guided Bike Tour: $37
- Cádiz: Local Tapas Experience: $160
- Cádiz: Mysteries and Legends Walking Tour with Souvenir: $25
- Cádiz: Private Guided Tour with Flexible Route: $106
- Cádiz: Private Sun Cruise for 2 with Aperitivo and Wine: $481
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Historical Highlights: $6.99
- Tomar: Unveiling the Templar Order with a Self-Guided Tour: $7.62
- Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $7.65
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Tomar Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Discover Coimbra's Legacy through a Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Portugal dos Pequenitos entry ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCadiz €28Coimbra €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Cadiz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:
- Private Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Bike Rental: $107
- Countryside Olive Oil & Wine Tasting: $128
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Portugal: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cadiz and Coimbra, we can see that Cadiz is more expensive. And not only is Coimbra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Coimbra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Coimbra 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 Coimbra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cadiz Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cadiz or Coimbra?
Cadiz has a larger population, and is about 24% larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Cadiz and Coimbra, 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 Cadiz or Coimbra?
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 Cadiz or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Cadiz during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Cadiz for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cadiz is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Cadiz average around 25°C (77°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cadiz. In the summer, Cadiz often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
Cadiz usually gets less rain in July than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCadiz 25°C (77°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cadiz or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cadiz and Coimbra. Many visitors come to Cadiz in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Cadiz is around the same temperature as Coimbra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cadiz averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Cadiz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cadiz usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Cadiz gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Cadiz usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCadiz 20°C (68°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Cadiz or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cadiz as well as Coimbra. 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 Coimbra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cadiz in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Coimbra averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Cadiz often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Cadiz usually gets less rain in January than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCadiz 13°C (55°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Cadiz or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Cadiz are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Cadiz because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Cadiz is generally a little warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Cadiz average around 17°C (63°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cadiz. Cadiz usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during spring. Cadiz gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cadiz usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Cadiz gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCadiz 17°C (63°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Cadiz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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