Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Colonia del Sacramento?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Colonia del Sacramento and Sao Paulo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Colonia del Sacramento is in the Rio de la Plata region of Uruguay. It is filled with old colonial buildings and cobbled streets, and is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Colonia del Sacramento was founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, sandwiched in between the Portuguese colony of Brazil and the Spanish Viceroyalty of the River Plate, later Argentina, Uruguay and Southern Brazil. Its strategic position and use as a smuggling port meant that its sovereignty was constantly contested and the city changed hands several times between Spain and Portugal. The irresistibly picturesque town's charm and its proximity to Buenos Aires draw thousands of Argentine and other visitors on weekends and in summer. Prices rise in these periods and it can be difficult to find a room so make sure to book your trip well in advance.
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Colonia del Sacramento is $67, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $54. 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 Colonia del Sacramento and Sao Paulo in more detail.
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Also for Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Colonia del Sacramento, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Colonia del Sacramento and Sao Paulo, we can see that Colonia del Sacramento is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Colonia del Sacramento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Colonia del Sacramento than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Colonia del Sacramento Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 460 times larger than the population of Colonia del Sacramento. When comparing the sizes of Colonia del Sacramento and Sao Paulo, 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 southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Colonia del Sacramento and Sao Paulo.
In January, Colonia del Sacramento is generally around the same temperature as Sao Paulo. Daily temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento average around 25°C (77°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Sao Paulo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In January, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives less rain than Sao Paulo. Colonia del Sacramento gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Colonia del Sacramento as well as Sao Paulo.
Colonia del Sacramento is cooler than Sao Paulo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Colonia del Sacramento averages around 18°C (65°F) in April, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Colonia del Sacramento receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets more rain in April than Sao Paulo. Colonia del Sacramento gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Sao Paulo and Colonia del Sacramento are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Colonia del Sacramento is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento in July average around 12°C (53°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In July, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more rain than Sao Paulo. Colonia del Sacramento gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Sao Paulo and Colonia del Sacramento during the spring are popular places to visit.
In October, Colonia del Sacramento is generally cooler than Sao Paulo. Daily temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento average around 18°C (64°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Colonia del Sacramento. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets more rain in October than Sao Paulo. Colonia del Sacramento gets 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Colonia del Sacramento | Sao Paulo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |