Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Como?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Como or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Como or Costa de Prata, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Como or Costa de Prata?
Como
At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayComo €214Costa de Prata €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Como is €214, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Como and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personComo €146Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomComo €292Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Como and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Como or Costa de Prata? 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: Como Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Como €14Costa de Prata €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Como
Also for Como, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Mandello del Lario or Abbadia Lariana: $76
- Private transfer from Lenno or Argegno or Ossuccio: $147
- Private Transfer: Lake Como to Milan Airport MXP in Luxury Van: $236
- Private Transfer from Lezzeno or Pognana Lario or Faggeto Lario: $169
- Private Transfer from Como to Milan hotels: $53
- Private Transfer From Lecco or Malgrate: $65
- Pirvate transfer from Malpensa airport to Como and Cernobbio: $207
- Milan Private Transfer from Cernobbio (Como) to Milan airports (LIN or MPX): $243
- From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Como: $275
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Linate airport: $306
- From Como : Private 1-Way Transfer to Malpensa airport: $336
- From Bellagio or Como hotels to Venice (+water taxi) - Private Transfer: $193
Is it cheaper to fly into Como or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and Como 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 dayComo €60Costa de Prata €44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Como
For Como, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- COOKING, EATING, LOVING - Lasagna cooking Class for everyone!: $45
- Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling: $49
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lentate Verbano with Show Cooking: $93
- Lake Como Food Tour - Eat like a real Local: $108
- Tour and historical dinner: Lake Como 1690: $131
- Como Food Tour and the Farmers Market: $139
- Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $160
- Como Area: Pizza Training Experience: $160
- Pizza Training Experience. Como Area: $163
- Lecco Bike Tour & Pizza Lunch: $163
- Private Market Tour & Lunch or Dinner with a Local: $171
- Como Food Tour: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Como -Costa de Prata €13
Tours and Activities in Como
For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
- “Public Tour” Lake Como By SuBacco: $131
- 1 Hour Boat Tour of Lake Como from Bellagio: $43
- 1 or 2 Hours Private Boat Tour on Lake villas and more: $374
- 1 or 2 hours Private Boat Tour on Lake Como with Prosecco: $374
- 2 Hours Como Private Walking Tour: $179
- 2 Hours Como Private Walking Tour: $182
- 2 hours Private Boat Tour Como Lake: $933
- 2 hours Private and Exclusive Clay sculpture Art experience : $294
- 2 hours Private boat tour on lake of Como: $909
- 2h Boat Tour with Classic Venetian Limousine in Menaggio: $734
- 3 Hour Private Kayaking Experience on Lake Como: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayComo -Costa de Prata €8.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Como
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Como:
- Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake: $60
- Italian Wine Tasting & Food Como Lake: $70
- Lake Food and Wine tour in Colico: $114
- Wine Tastings with Chef Luigi Gandola: $135
- Private Wine Tasting in Bellagio with Chef Luigi Gandola: $185
- Food and Wine Tours Lake Como: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Como and Costa de Prata, we can see that Como is more expensive. And not only is Costa de Prata much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa de Prata would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa de Prata 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 Como would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Como than you might in Costa de Prata.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Como Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Como or Costa de Prata?
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 Como or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
Both Costa de Prata and Como are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Como in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Como is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Como average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa de Prata. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Como. Como usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during summer. Como gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Como usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Como gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyComo 23°C (73°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Como or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
Both Costa de Prata and Como during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Como for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Como is cooler than Costa de Prata in the autumn. The daily temperature in Como averages around 15°C (58°F) in October, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Como often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Como gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
Costa de Prata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Como. Como usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Costa de Prata. Como gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberComo 15°C (58°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Como or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Como and Costa de Prata. The winter months attract visitors to Como because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Como can be very cold. In the winter, Como is much colder than Costa de Prata. Typically, the winter temperatures in Como in January average around 5°C (41°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Como usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during winter. Como gets 119 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Costa de Prata receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Como usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Como gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryComo 5°C (41°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Como or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Como as well as Costa de Prata. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Como this time of year.
In April, Como is generally cooler than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Como average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In the spring, Como often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Como gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Como usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Como gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilComo 13°C (55°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Como
| Como | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.