Which place is cheaper, New York City or Coimbra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Coimbra or New York City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Coimbra or New York City? 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: Coimbra or New York City?
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.
New York City
The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.
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 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Coimbra Prices
Portugal PricesNew York City Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCoimbra $160New York City $363
The average daily cost (per person) in Coimbra is $160, while the average daily cost in New York City is $363. 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 Coimbra and New York City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCoimbra $51New York City $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCoimbra $102New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Coimbra and New York City
Looking for a hotel in Coimbra or New York City? 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: Coimbra Hotel Prices and New York City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Coimbra $12New York City $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from/to Fatima - Porto, Coimbra or Aveiro: $272
- Private transfer from/to Fátima - Porto, Braga or Guimarães: $211
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $159
- Coimbra Private Transfers Multiple Destinations: $162
Typical Local Transportation Prices in New York City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:
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Subway$4.50
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Taxi Ride$8.00
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Subway$2.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City
Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer in New York HTL-APT (JFK,EWR,LGA): $173
- Transfer from Newark Airport to Times Square New York: $150
- Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry Transfers: $64
- Shared transfer Newark Airport to Manhattan: $30
- Private Transfer: Manhattan to JFK, LGA or EWR by Sedan or SUV: $134
- Private Transfer: Manhattan to Cruise Port by Sedan or SUV: $84
- Private Transfer in New York City (JFK/LGA) Airport/Home/Hotel/Work: $180
- Private Transfer from or to New York to EWR Airport or vice versa: $280
- Private Transfer from Newark Int Airport (EWR) to Manhattan Port: $47
- Private Transfer from Newark Airport (EWR) to Cape Liberty Port: $44
- Private Transfer from New York city hotels to Brooklyn Port: $64
- Private Transfer from New York City Hotels to Manhattan Port: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Coimbra or New York City?
Prices for flights to both New York City and Coimbra 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 dayCoimbra $96New York City $87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Typical Food Prices in New York City
For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Gelato$7.50
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Snacks for Two at Yankees Game$34
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Coffee$6.53
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Smoothie$6.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City
For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts: $35
- The Greenwich Village Food Tour: $39
- The Chinatown, Little Italy, Food Tour: $39
- Private Pizza Experience (5 tastings) in Manhattan: $45
- Brooklyn's must-try Pizza Crawl experience (5 top rated slices!): $46
- Central Park Cafe: Scenic Lunch & Dinner Experience in NYC: $50
- Chelsea Food Tour NYC Pizza Tacos and Chelsea Market Walk: $55
- Homemade Pizza Party in NYC: $63
- New York City's Best Pizza tour - You be the judge!: $68
- Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views: $70
- East Village Food Tour: $70
- Astoria Queens Global Bites Food Tour (NYC): $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Coimbra $21New York City $180
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Academic Traditions Tour in Coimbra: $71
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $99
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coimbra: $89
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $89
- Best of Coimbra Private Walking Tour with University Late Visit: $83
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $29
- Buracas do Casmilo Private Hiking Tour from Coimbra: $106
- Bussaco Forest Walking Experience, half day from Coimbra: $83
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 120-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $303
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 240-minute Off-Road Buggy Adventure: $512
- Coimbra - Condeixa: 60-minute Off-road Buggy Adventure: $175
- Coimbra : Guide to tour, with local guide/certificate, and an entry: $51
Typical Entertainment Prices in New York City
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Comedy Show Tickets$56
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City Map$8.00
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Broadway Musical$111
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Broadway Show Program$10
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Magazine$6.99
Tours and Activities in New York City
For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- #1 Rated NYC Chinatown Food and History Walking Tour with FNYT: $99
- & Juliet on Broadway Ticket: $92
- "International Express" 7 Train Ultimate Authentic NYC Experience: $55
- "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour: $133
- 1 Day Tour to Philadelphia and Hershey's Chocolate World: $250
- 1 Hour Live Interactive Driving Virtual Tour of Manhattan: $200
- 1 Hour Private Guided Tour: $50
- 1-Day New York City Tour: Liberty Cruise & One World Observatory: $168
- 1-Day New York In-Depth Tour: $130
- 1-Day New York Insider Tour: $180
- 1-Day Tour to Boston from New York: $104
- 10+ stops Central Park Pedicab Tour Customizable Landmarks: $250
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCoimbra $14New York City $29
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
Sample the Local Flavors in New York City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:
- Brooklyn Distillery Tour: $22
- NYC Bar Crawl: Games, Live Music & Underground Nightlife: $28
- New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- NYC Pub Crawl Tour: $30
- Top Shelf Distillery Tour: $33
- NYC Pub Crawl & Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $34
- Cheers to Chinatown Tour and Bar Crawl: $40
- Brooklyn Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Best of NYC Drag - Drag Bar Crawl with Drink: $49
- Greenwich Village Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Greenwich Village Piano Bar Crawl: $50
- Broadway Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Coimbra and New York City, we can see that New York City is more expensive. And not only is Coimbra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Coimbra is in Europe and New York City is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 New York City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New York City 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 Coimbra Expensive? and Is New York City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Coimbra or New York City?
New York City has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Coimbra and New York City, 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 Coimbra or New York City?
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 Coimbra or New York City in the Summer?
Both New York City and Coimbra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to New York City because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Coimbra is around the same temperature as New York City. Typically, the summer temperatures in Coimbra in July average around 23°C (73°F), and New York City averages at about 77°F (25°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in New York City. In July, Coimbra usually receives less rain than New York City. Coimbra gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCoimbra 23°C (73°F)New York City 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Coimbra or New York City in the Autumn?
Both New York City and Coimbra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to New York City this time of year.
In October, Coimbra is generally a little warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 18°C (65°F), and New York City fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. Coimbra usually gets more rain in October than New York City. Coimbra gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCoimbra 18°C (65°F)New York City 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Coimbra or New York City in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Coimbra and New York City. Also, many travelers come to New York City for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in New York City. Coimbra is much warmer than New York City in the winter. The daily temperature in Coimbra averages around 11°C (51°F) in January, and New York City fluctuates around 31°F (-1°C).
Coimbra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Coimbra usually receives more rain than New York City. Coimbra gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCoimbra 11°C (51°F)New York City 31°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Coimbra or New York City in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Coimbra as well as New York City. Also, many visitors come to New York City in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Coimbra is a little warmer than New York City. Typically, the spring temperatures in Coimbra in April average around 15°C (59°F), and New York City averages at about 52°F (11°C).
Coimbra usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as New York City. Coimbra gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCoimbra 15°C (59°F)New York City 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for New York City and Coimbra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 inches (88 mm) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.