Which place is cheaper, Venice or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or Venice?
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 Dar es Salaam and Venice can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Venice?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Venice
The canals of Venice are one of the most popular and emulated destinations in the world. In it's hay day, Venice was at the center of politics, exploration, arts and architecture. Today that history is still very much alive and well. The city is unlike any other in the world. The best way to immerse yourself in Venice is to get yourself lost in the alleyways. It's actually quite easy to do and you'll find yourself stumbling into the most interesting places, hidden away from the crowds of Piazzo San Marco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Venice $324
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Venice is $324. 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 Dar es Salaam and Venice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Venice $140
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Venice $280
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Venice
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Venice? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Venice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Venice $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Venice
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Venice:
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Venice 12 Hour Transport Pass$19
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Vaporetto Ride$7.63
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1 Day Travel Card$21
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7 Day Transport Card (for Two)$118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Venice
Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Budapest: Private transfer to Venice or Venice to Budapest: $637
- Treviso Airport (TSF) to Venice - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $299
- Venice Marco Polo Airport Private Arrival Transfer via Motorboat: $299
- Venice Marco Polo Airport Private Departure Transfer: $299
- Venice Airport (VCE) to Falcade - Arrival Private Transfer: $298
- Private arrival transfer from Venice airport to hotel in Venice city center: $294
- Marco Polo Airport(VCE)to Merano Resorts-Arrival Private Transfer: $293
- Venice Airport (VCE) to Cortina d'Ampezzo - Arrival Transfer : $290
- Venice Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo Private Transfer Arrival: $290
- Private Transfer from Venice Airport to Chioggia Port: $275
- Venice Airport (VCE) to Pozza di Fassa - Arrival Private Transfer: $264
- Private transfer from Venice Marco Polo airport to Piazzale Roma : $263
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Venice?
Prices for flights to both Venice and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33Venice $131
Typical Food Prices in Venice
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:
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Panini Sandwich$4.69
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Gelato$7.04
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Artichoke & Mushroom Pizza$9.27
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Expresso$2.29
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Slice of Pizza$2.62
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Venice
For Venice, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
- Eating Venice Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $53
- Small Group Venice Street Food Tour with Expert Local Guide: $57
- Secret Street Food Tour of Venice in 2,5 hours: $57
- Venice Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert: $59
- Venetian Dinner: $74
- Tiramisu Cooking Class & Brunch in Venice – Make, Eat, and Enjoy!: $78
- Guided Small Group Kickstart Food Tour of Venice : $84
- Venice Evening Food Tour: Bites, Drinks & Sit-Down Dinner: $90
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $90
- Venetian Secrets 3 course Cooking Class and Unlimited Prosecco: $94
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Belluno: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Venice $118
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Trade Route & Kaole Ruins: $255
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour : $300
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Adventure, Historical Tour: $238
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $164
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
Typical Entertainment Prices in Venice
For Venice, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Venice Boat Ride$18
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Bell tower of St. Mark Entrance Fee$9.39
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Gondola Ride (for Group)$94
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Secret Itinerary Tour- Doge's Palace$19
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The Jewish Museum Admission$3.52
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The Glass Museum in Murano$9.39
Tours and Activities in Venice
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.
- Murano & Burano Islands Tour with Glass-blowing Factory Visit: $47
- Peggy Guggenheim collection Venice private tour: $78
- Teatro La Fenice Guided Tour: $96
- Venice Doge's Palace Reserved Access Tour: $66
- Venice Rialto Walking Private Tour: $233
- Venice at sunset Private tour: $167
- Private 2-Hour Doge's Palace Tour: $255
- 2 Hour Venice Canal Kayak Tour - Premium experience by day: $131
- 4 hours Private Boat Tour to Murano, Burano with local real guide: $214
- 4-hour private tour in the Northern Lagoon with traditional boat: $247
- A Self-Guided Tour Around Venice's Castello District: $8.99
- A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon Private Tour: $143
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Venice $29
Typical Alcohol Prices in Venice
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Venice:
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1/2 Liter Wine$6.10
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Beer$5.75
Sample the Local Flavors in Venice
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:
- Guided Visit and Wine Tasting at the Winery in Veneto: $30
- Natural Wine Tasting in the heart of the Prosecco Hills: $33
- Guided Tour and wine tasting 5 wines to discover the Conegliano Valdobbiadene: $43
- Venice Cicchetti, Spritz and Wine Tour with a Local Guide: $62
- Venice Wine Tasting and Contemporary Art: $78
- 2 Hour Cicchetti and Wine Tasting Tour in Venice: $78
- Natural wine tasting with a Bacaro owner in Venice: $105
- Rialto Market Food and Wine Tasting Guided Tour in Venice: $112
- Eat like a Local: Venice Cicchetti and Wine Tasting Evening Tour : $118
- A Venetian Evening - Wine Tasting & Cicchetti with a Local Guide: $130
- From Prosecco Full Experience with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $167
- Prosecco Wine Tour. Half-day. From Venice: $170
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Venice, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Venice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Venice is in Europe, 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 Venice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Venice 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Venice.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Venice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Venice?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Venice. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Venice, 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 Dar es Salaam or Venice?
Venice has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Venice in the Summer?
Both Venice and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Venice this time of year.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally around the same temperature as Venice. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Venice fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Venice. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Venice during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Venice receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Venice receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Venice 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Venice in the Autumn?
Both Venice and Dar es Salaam during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Venice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Venice in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Venice fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Venice receives 134 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Venice receives 67 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Venice 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Venice in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Venice. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Venice in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Venice can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Venice. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Venice averages at about 3°C (37°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Venice during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Venice receives 88 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Venice receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Venice 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Venice in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Venice. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Venice for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Venice. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Venice fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Venice receives 154 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Venice. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Venice receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Venice 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Venice and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
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