Which place is cheaper, Viseu or Catania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Catania or Viseu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Catania and Viseu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Viseu?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
Viseu
Viseu is the beautiful capital city of the Centro Region of Portugal, located northeast of Lisbon. The city, which is situated in the center of the famous Dao wine region, offers stunning natural scenery and beautiful ancient architecture. The best time to visit Viseu is during the summer from June through September when temperatures tend to range from 75-85° Fahrenheit and there is less rain. From October-May, temperatures tend to stay between 45-60° F and rainfall is at its highest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Lisbon.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatania €120Viseu €98
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €120, while the average daily cost in Viseu is €98. 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 Catania and Viseu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Viseu €52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Viseu €104
Compare Hotels in Catania and Viseu
Looking for a hotel in Catania or Viseu? 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: Catania Hotel Prices and Viseu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Viseu €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- airport transfers throughout Sicily: $163
- Transfers from Catania airport to Noto : $105
- Transfer servizio taxi da Catania aeroporto/città a Scicli: $198
- Transfer service from Catania to Ispica or surrounding area: $188
- Transfer from Catania Airport to Syracuse-Ortigia: $158
- Transfer Catania to Agrigento : $187
- Transfer Catania / Agrigento Airport: $196
- Taxi transfer from CATANIA (everywhere) to MILAZZO (or viceversa): $147
- Taxi Transfer from Catania to Giardini Naxos (or viceversa): $154
- Taxi Catania Airport with transfer to Syracuse or Taormina: $76
- TAXI Transfer service from Catania to Marzamemi or viceversa: $214
- TAXI Transfer from CATANIA to Capo d'Orlando (or vice versa): $421
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Viseu?
Prices for flights to both Viseu and Catania 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 dayCatania €41Viseu €31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $38
- Catania Street Food Tour: $52
- Cooking class & visit to the Catania Historical market: $59
- Patisserie Food tour: $60
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $63
- Food tour of Catania by night: $64
- Catania Street Food Tour: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $73
- Aci Trezza boat tour with dinner on board: $85
- Cooking Class Tiramisù: $95
- Cooking Class Arancini in Catania: $96
- Cooking class Pizza: $96
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catania €19Viseu €23
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $240
- Taormina and Castelmola private tour with traditional lunch: $272
- 2 hours guided tour of Catania: $40
- 3-Hour Catania Segway PT Authorized Tour: $118
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $131
- BOAT TOUR WITH APERITIF ON BOARD IN THE CYCLOPS ISLANDS: $64
- Baroque shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa day tour): $120
- Benedictine Monastery of Guided tour in English: $11
- Boat tour to the Ulysses caves with swimming guide: $84
- Boat trip and tour Savoca and Taormina: $142
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Catania Bike Tour with Tasting food: $182
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Viseu €7.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volcanic Wine Tasting in a Metropolitan Market: $48
- Wine Tasting in the South Slope of Etna: $50
- Etna: Urban Winery, Vineyards Walk & Wine Tasting at Sunset: $62
- Wine tour in Catania: $102
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $116
- Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania: $126
- From Mt.Etna picnic and wine tasting: $128
- Guided Tour of Etna with Wine Tasting & Appetizers: $139
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $147
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $158
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $265
- From Catania/Taormina: Mount Etna Private Wine Tasting Tour: $433
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Viseu, we can see that Catania is more expensive. And not only is Viseu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Viseu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Viseu 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 Catania would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catania than you might in Viseu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catania Expensive? and Is Viseu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Catania or Viseu?
Catania has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Viseu. When comparing the sizes of Catania and Viseu, 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 Catania or Viseu?
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 Catania or Viseu in the Summer?
Both Viseu and Catania during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Catania for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Catania is generally a little warmer than Viseu. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 26°C (79°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Viseu, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Catania. In the summer, Catania often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Viseu. Catania gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 308 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets less rain in July than Viseu. Catania gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCatania 26°C (79°F)Viseu 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Catania or Viseu in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Catania and Viseu. Many visitors come to Catania in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
Catania is around the same temperature as Viseu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Viseu fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Catania usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Viseu during autumn. Catania gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Viseu receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Catania gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Catania usually receives more rain than Viseu. Catania gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCatania 19°C (67°F)Viseu 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Catania or Viseu in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Catania as well as Viseu. Most visitors come to Catania for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Catania is around the same temperature as Viseu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Catania in January average around 10°C (51°F), and Viseu averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Catania often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Catania gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Viseu. Catania usually gets less rain in January than Viseu. Catania gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCatania 10°C (51°F)Viseu 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Catania or Viseu in the Spring?
Both Viseu and Catania are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Catania because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Catania is generally around the same temperature as Viseu. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 15°C (58°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Viseu. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Catania. Catania usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Viseu during spring. Catania gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Catania usually receives less rain than Viseu. Catania gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCatania 15°C (58°F)Viseu 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Viseu and Catania
| Catania | Viseu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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