Which place is cheaper, Florence or Ericeira?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ericeira or Florence?
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 Ericeira and Florence can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Ericeira or Florence?
Ericeira
Beneath an indigo sky, a city perches at the edge of sandstone cliffs that overlook the vast expanse of the Atlantic. A seaside resort and fishing community, Ericeira is located in western Portugal within the municipality of Mafra. A picturesque village, Ericeira is quaint, quiet, and absolutely breathtaking with a population of no more than 10,260. Because of its blue waters and pristine coastlines, it has been named the Surfing Mecca of Europe. The town was a famous summer retreat for the families of Lisbon during the 1940s and 1950s and still remains so today for families beyond Lisbon's borders. Ericeira also has a World Surfing Reserve, the first in Europe and second in the world. Besides the many beaches on Ericeira, including Ribeira d'Ilhas, Pescadores, and Mataduoro, the town also has a park called Parque de Santa Maria as well as an old town center that has a collection of cafes, shops, restaurants, and bars. There are also some important landmarks that can be explored as no more than a brief visit, such as Forte Mil Regos and Casa De Cultura Jaime Lobo E. Silvs. Whether you are a surfer, fisher, or simply a lover of the beach, Ericeira is the perfect place for those who wish to experience the Atlantic like never before.
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEriceira €100Florence €154
The average daily cost (per person) in Ericeira is €100, while the average daily cost in Florence is €154. 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 Ericeira and Florence in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEriceira €51Florence €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEriceira €102Florence €174
Compare Hotels in Ericeira and Florence
Looking for a hotel in Ericeira or Florence? 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: Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ericeira €25Florence €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ericeira
Also for Ericeira, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer To or From Ericeira: $91
- Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Ericeira: $91
- Lisbon Airport Private Transfer: $80
- Lisbon: Private Transfer between the Airport & Ericeira Area: $75
- Transfer Privado de/para Aeroporto de Lisboa para Ericeira: $47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€25
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In City Parking (Full Day)€30
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Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
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Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Sorrento: $2,138
- From Amalfi Coast Transfer with a Stop in Pompeii: $1,176
- Transfer Between Florence and Rome with Sightseeing Stop: $1,176
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to Florence or Siena: $893
- Private Round-Trip Transfer to Pisa: $567
- Private Transfer to Bologna Airport (BLQ): $429
- From Private Transfer to Siena: $396
- From Private Transfer to Livorno Port: $386
- Transfer from Livorno Port to Accommodation: $386
- Florence Airport (FLR): One-Way/Roundtrip Private Transfer: $314
- Horse ride in the Mugello (transfer from / to Florence) and Tuscan aperitif: $293
- Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $292
Is it cheaper to fly into Ericeira or Florence?
Prices for flights to both Florence and Ericeira 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 dayEriceira €25Florence €36
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich€6.50
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Street Food Tour: Market & City Center: $23
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
- Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
- Street Food Tour with Local Expert Guide: $41
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $41
- Food Tour in Santo Spirito: $47
- Walking Food Tour at Sunset with Tastings: $47
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $61
- Pasta Cooking Experience in Florence: $62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ericeira €26Florence €30
Tours and Activities in Ericeira
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ericeira.
- Custom-Tailored Immersive Photo Experiences: $48
- Ericeira Private Tour: Hidden Gastronomic Gems with lunch: $106
- Highlights & Culinary Kickstart of Ericeira | PRIVATE Tour: $71
- Lisbon: Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour: $385
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi€11
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
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Firenze Card (for Two)€100
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee€7.00
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $92
- Florence FoodTour with Local Guide: $191
- Florence-Private bike tour: $98
- From Sunset Panoramic e-Bike or Classic Bike tour : $38
- Semi-Private Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour: $71
- Tour Private of Florence in electric car : $41
- VIP Uffizi Gallery Tour: $75
- "Good Morning Chianti Classico" - Tour in 2 wineries with lunch: $196
- 1-Hour Experience with Brunello. Visit to the Vineyard and Cellar: $35
- 1-Hour Golf Cart Private Tour through the Center of Florence: $49
- 2 Hour Private Guided Tour: Uffizi Galleries for Families: $38
- 2-Hour Guided Tour to Uffizi Gallery and its Symbols: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEriceira €17Florence €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Ericeira
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ericeira:
- Portuguese Wine Tasting - 4 Wines: $43
- Private Portuguese Wine Tasting - 4 Wines & Snacks: $61
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti€4.20
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Bottle of Wine€7.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $16
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
- Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $28
- 3 Types Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $29
- From Florence to Chianti Rufina: Wine Tasting Experience: $32
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
- Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33
- Three Types of Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $37
- Wine Tasting and Paring Class Guided Tour in Florence: $42
- Chianti Wine Tour: Tuscan Reds : $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ericeira and Florence, we can see that Florence is more expensive. And not only is Ericeira much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ericeira would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ericeira 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 Florence would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florence than you might in Ericeira.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ericeira Expensive? and Is Florence Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ericeira or Florence?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Ericeira. When comparing the sizes of Ericeira and Florence, 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 Ericeira or Florence?
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 Ericeira or Florence in the Summer?
Both Florence and Ericeira are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Ericeira is generally around the same temperature as Florence. Daily temperatures in Ericeira average around 23°C (73°F), and Florence fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Florence. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ericeira. Ericeira usually receives more sunshine than Florence during summer. Ericeira gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ericeira usually receives less rain than Florence. Ericeira gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEriceira 23°C (73°F)Florence 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Ericeira or Florence in the Autumn?
Both Florence and Ericeira during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Florence in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Ericeira is a little warmer than Florence in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ericeira averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Florence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Ericeira. In the autumn, Ericeira often gets more sunshine than Florence. Ericeira gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun.
Ericeira usually gets less rain in October than Florence. Ericeira gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEriceira 19°C (66°F)Florence 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Ericeira or Florence in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ericeira and Florence. Furthermore, most visitors come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Ericeira is much warmer than Florence. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ericeira in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Florence averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Ericeira usually receives more sunshine than Florence during winter. Ericeira gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ericeira gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ericeira usually receives more rain than Florence. Ericeira gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEriceira 12°C (53°F)Florence 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Ericeira or Florence in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ericeira as well as Florence. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Florence because of the natural beauty.
In April, Ericeira is generally a little warmer than Florence. Daily temperatures in Ericeira average around 16°C (60°F), and Florence fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ericeira this time of the year. In the spring, Ericeira often gets more sunshine than Florence. Ericeira gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun.
Ericeira usually gets less rain in April than Florence. Ericeira gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEriceira 16°C (60°F)Florence 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Florence and Ericeira
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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