Which place is cheaper, Verona or Coimbra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Coimbra or Verona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Coimbra 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: Coimbra or Verona?
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.
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 Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCoimbra €103Verona €168
The average daily cost (per person) in Coimbra is €103, 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 Coimbra and Verona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCoimbra €44Verona €107
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCoimbra €88Verona €214
Compare Hotels in Coimbra and Verona
Looking for a hotel in Coimbra 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.
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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 Verona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Coimbra €11Verona €6.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Verona
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Verona:
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Bus From Airport€6.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Verona
Also for Verona, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $620
- 1-Way private Transfer to Valerio Catullo Airport: $70
- 1-Way Private Transfer to/from Marco Polo Airport: $661
- Verona to Venice Airport VCE Departure Private Transfer: $96
- Verona to Milan Private Transfer: $110
- Verona Private Transfer - to/from any location: $57
- Verona Airport:1-Way Private Transfer to Venice+water taxi: $535
- Verona Airport(VRN): 1-Way Transfer to Venice, Piazzale Roma: $364
- Verona Airport(VRN) to Val Gardena/Alta Badia-Round-Trip Transfer: $207
- Verona Airport (VRN): One Way Transfer to Venice+WaterTaxi: $503
- Verona Airport (VRN) to Verona - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Verona Airport (VRN) to Venice port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Coimbra or Verona?
Prices for flights to both Verona 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 €48Verona €54
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
Typical Food Prices in Verona
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Verona:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€36
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€23
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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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Coimbra €18Verona €12
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Coimbra : $199
- A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão: $120
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $70
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $76
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk): $131
- Arista Tour - Penacova Windmills and Landscapes (noon): $76
- Bairrada Winery Route Experience, full-day from Coimbra: $134
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour: $254
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour with U.C. Tickets Early Access: $44
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Typical Entertainment Prices in Verona
For Verona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Juliet's House Entry€4.00
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Verona Card€10
Tours and Activities in Verona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Verona.
- Amarone wine experience in Verona countryside: $37
- "Let yourself be guided .. Let yourself be pampered" Private Tour: $218
- 3 Hour Shared Walking and Aperitivo Tour of Verona: $70
- 3 Hour Walking tour of Verona and Arena: $142
- 3 Hour Watercolor Private Experience in Verona: $65
- 4-Hour Guided E-bike Tour of the Two Wineries in Bardolino: $119
- A day in the life of Verona - Private tour with a local: $224
- A private tasting tour of Verona, between food and wine: $280
- Adventure in e-Bike among medieval villages and castles: $125
- Amarone 2005 Wine Experience: $33
- Amarone Della Valpolicella Wine Experience - Meet the Vogadori Family: $38
- Amarone Wine Experience at Montresor winery: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCoimbra €12Verona €11
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
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 Coimbra and Verona, we can see that Verona 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 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 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 Verona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Coimbra or Verona?
Verona has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Coimbra 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 Coimbra or Verona?
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 Verona in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Coimbra and Verona. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Verona this time of year.
In July, Coimbra is generally around the same temperature as Verona. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 23°C (73°F), and Verona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Verona this time of the year. In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Coimbra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Verona during summer. Coimbra gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 286 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Coimbra usually receives less rain than Verona. Coimbra gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Verona receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCoimbra 23°C (73°F)Verona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Verona in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Coimbra as well as Verona. Also, many travelers come to Verona for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Coimbra is a little warmer than Verona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Coimbra averages around 18°C (65°F) in October, and Verona fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In the autumn, Coimbra often gets more sunshine than Verona. Coimbra gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 137 hours of full sun.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Coimbra usually gets more rain in October than Verona. Coimbra gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Verona receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCoimbra 18°C (65°F)Verona 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Verona in the Winter?
Both Verona and Coimbra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. 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, Coimbra is much warmer than Verona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Coimbra in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Verona averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Coimbra usually receives more sunshine than Verona during winter. Coimbra gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 98 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. In January, Coimbra usually receives more rain than Verona. Coimbra gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Verona receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCoimbra 11°C (51°F)Verona 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Verona in the Spring?
Both Verona and Coimbra during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Verona for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Coimbra is generally a little warmer than Verona. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 15°C (59°F), and Verona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. In the spring, Coimbra often gets more sunshine than Verona. Coimbra gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 169 hours of full sun.
Coimbra usually gets more rain in April than Verona. Coimbra gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Verona receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCoimbra 15°C (59°F)Verona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Verona and Coimbra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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.