A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Doha vs. Venice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Doha or Venice?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Venice can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Doha or Venice?

Doha

Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.

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 Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Venice or Doha?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $200, while the average daily cost in Venice is $246. 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 Doha and Venice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Doha $119
    Venice $128
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Doha $238
    Venice $256
Compare Hotels in Doha and Venice

Looking for a hotel in Doha 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.

Hotels in Doha


Hotels in Venice


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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: Doha Hotel Prices and Venice Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Doha $23
    Venice $29

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:

  • Private Full Day City Sightseeing Tour with Transfer: $243
  • Private Transfer from Doha City to Doha (DOH) Airport: $191
  • Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH): Transfer to Doha city: $177
  • Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $144
  • Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
  • ONE WAY: Doha International Airport - Private Transfer From/to Hotels: $122
  • Departure Transfer: Doha to Hamad Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $120
  • Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $120
  • Private Arrival Transfer - Al Khor: $120
  • Private Sightseeing Tour in Doha with Roundtrip Transfer: $115
  • Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $108
  • Private Arrival Transfer to Sumaysimah: $100

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Venice

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Venice:


  • Venice 12 Hour Transport Pass
    $17
  • Vaporetto Ride
    $6.96
  • 1 Day Travel Card
    $19
  • 7 Day Transport Card (for Two)
    $108

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Venice

Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Venice, Сruise Port to Verona Airport (VRN) - Departure Private Transfer: $85
  • Airport Marco Polo (VCE) to Chioggia - Arrival Private Transfer: $60
  • Arrival Transfer from Venice Airport to Piazzale Roma by Sedan: $49
  • Arrival Transfer: Marco Polo Airport VCE to Venice (Luxury Van): $196
  • Bologna Airport:1-Way Private Transfer to Venice+water taxi: $836
  • Burano + water taxi to Ravenna or Cruise Port -Departure Transfer: $164
  • Burano + water taxi to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Transfer: $99
  • Burano +water taxi to Trieste or port -Departure Private Transfer: $164
  • Chioggia Cruise Port to Malpensa Milan Airport (MXP) -Departure Private Transfer: $208
  • Chioggia Port : One Way Transfer to Venice, Piazzale Roma: $431
  • Departure Transfer: Venice to Marco Polo Airport VCE (Luxury Van): $196
  • Departure Transfer: Venice to Marco Polo Airport VCE in Sedan Car: $191

Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Venice?

Prices for flights to both Venice and Doha 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Doha $61
    Venice $69

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.

  • Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
  • Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour: $96
  • The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride: $119
  • Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $143
  • BBQ Dinner in the desert resort; Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
  • Doha Private Full Day Desert Safari Lunch | Dinner Included: $190
  • Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
  • Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $197
  • Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
  • Full Day Desert Private Safari with Lunch or Dinner: $214
  • Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
  • From Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $240

Typical Food Prices in Venice

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:


  • Panini Sandwich
    $4.29
  • Gelato
    $6.43
  • Artichoke & Mushroom Pizza
    $8.47
  • Expresso
    $2.09
  • Slice of Pizza
    $2.39
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    $85

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 with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
  • Hard Rock Cafe Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
  • Tiramisu Cooking Class on Line from Venice: $35
  • Street Food Tour with a Local Guide and Tastings: $47
  • Small Group Venice Street Food Tour with Expert Local Guide: $48
  • Venice Street Food Tour with Local Guide with Local Food Market Visit: $48
  • Street Food Tour of Venice in 2.5 hours: $48
  • Eating Venice Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $48
  • Guided City Highlights and Street Food Tour: $52
  • Venetian Dinner: $62
  • Twilight Food Tour with Cicchetti and Spritz Tasting: $64
  • Venetian Dinner: $68

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Doha $18
    Venice $108

Tours and Activities in Doha

Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Doha City Tour And Dhow Boat Ride (Private Tour): $99
  • Private Express Doha City Tour: $165
  • Transit/Layover Tours from Doha Airport – Explore Doha City : $105
  • (Private) Quickie to the Desert Safari Experience - Inland Sea Visit: $100
  • 1 Hour Camel Ride Experience in Sealine Beach: $172
  • 3-Hour Kayaking Eco Adventure - Mangrove Purple Island : $70
  • 4 Hours-Doha City Private Tour: $74
  • 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $72
  • 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $70
  • 4-Hour Private Tour to Msheireb Museums: $100
  • 8-Hour Private Cultural Tour: $288
  • Arabian Sands Half-Day Adventure in Qatar: $140

Typical Entertainment Prices in Venice

For Venice, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Venice Boat Ride
    $16
  • Bell tower of St. Mark Entrance Fee
    $8.57
  • Gondola Ride (for Group)
    $86
  • Secret Itinerary Tour- Doge's Palace
    $17
  • The Jewish Museum Admission
    $3.21
  • The Glass Museum in Murano
    $8.57

Tours and Activities in Venice

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.

  • Venezia: Digital Guide made by a Local for your walking tour: $2.15
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
  • Venice self guided audio tour: $4.29
  • Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in Jewish Ghetto: $4.63
  • Self Guided Audio Tour to The Jewish Ghetto of Venice : $4.70
  • From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.84
  • Venezia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $5.24
  • From 1-Way Bus Ticket to Florence or Vice Versa: $5.35
  • Digital Audio Guide Tour of The Jewish Ghetto: $5.38
  • independent walking tour with an audio guide: $5.38
  • walking tour with audio guide in French: $5.38
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Venice: $5.47

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Doha $15
    Venice $26

Typical Alcohol Prices in Venice

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Venice:


  • 1/2 Liter Wine
    $5.57
  • Beer
    $5.25

Sample the Local Flavors in Venice

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:

  • Venice Food and Wine Tasting Tour with a Local Guide: $8.74
  • Guided Tour and wine tasting 5 wines to discover the Conegliano Valdobbiadene: $27
  • Guided Visit and Wine Tasting at the Winery in Veneto: $27
  • Wine Tasting in Venice: $38
  • private tour in the city and wine tasting: $51
  • Wine tasting Asolo Prosecco at Tenuta Baron: $59
  • Food and Wine Tasting Bar Tour & Evening Guided Tour: $72
  • Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl: $80
  • Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl: $82
  • Eat, drink and repeat: Wine tasting tour in Venice: $98
  • Authentic Neighborhood Cicchetti Food & Wine Tour: $106
  • A Venetian Evening - Wine Tasting & Tapas tour with a Local guide: $109


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Venice, we can see that Venice is more expensive. And not only is Doha much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East 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 Doha would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Doha 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 Venice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Venice than you might in Doha.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Venice Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Doha or Venice?

Doha has a larger population, and is about 27% larger than the population of Venice. When comparing the sizes of Doha 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.