A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Genoa for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Genoa?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Evora and Genoa. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Evora or Genoa?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Genoa

Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Genoa or Evora?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Evora is €109, while the average daily cost in Genoa is €150. 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 Evora and Genoa in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Genoa 88
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Genoa 176
Compare Hotels in Evora and Genoa

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Genoa? 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 Evora


Hotels in Genoa


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Genoa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Genoa 8.69

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $53

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa

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

  • Departure Private Transfer Genoa, Savona or Portofino to GOA Airport by Sedan: $44
  • From Genoa to Florence Hotels - Private Transfer: $145
  • From Genova: Portofino Return Transfer by Open-Top Bus: $63
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Genoa - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Genoa - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $111
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Milan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $222
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $107
  • Genoa Airport Transfers : Genoa City to Genoa Airport GOA in Business Car: $65
  • Genoa Airport Transfers : Genoa City to Genoa Airport GOA in Minivan: $65
  • Genoa Airport to Savona Cruise Port Private Arrival Transfer: $59
  • Genoa Cruise Port to Genoa city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Genoa?

Prices for flights to both Genoa and Evora 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
    Evora 44
    Genoa 51

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Evora

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

  • A Taste of the Alentejo: Wonderful 3-Course Dinner: $81

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Genoa

For Genoa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Genoese cooking lesson in the garden with lunch: $68
  • Genoa Old town Food Tour: $74
  • Itinerant dinner in the old town: $75
  • Street Food Tour: $84
  • Do Eat Better Experience - Food Tours in Genoa: $86
  • Traditional Food Tour: $91
  • Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Camogli: $93
  • Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Savona: $93
  • Dining experience with cooking demo and wines in Rapallo: $93
  • Traditional Home Cooking Class in Genoa: $93
  • Tour of Genoa historic center and wine tasting with dinner: $93
  • Small-group Street food tour in Savona: $97

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Genoa 20

Tours and Activities in Evora

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

  • ÉVORA AND MONSARAZ FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR BY CAR: $257
  • Évora Full Day Tour: $219
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $63
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $254
  • Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
  • Évora With Love Walking Tour: $53
  • Évora: Christian Heritage Private Walking Tour: $63
  • Évora: City Highlights Private Walking Tour: $225
  • Évora: Exploration Game & Self-Guided Walking Tour: $26
  • Évora: Private tour with entrance tickets to main monuments: $52
  • Évora: Tales and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $53
  • 2 Hour Redondo Walking Tour: $22

Tours and Activities in Genoa

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

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Genoa Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
  • City Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.95
  • City Highlights Self-guided Walking Tour: $8.45
  • Lighthouse Entrance Ticket: $8.56
  • Finance and Nobility Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Finance and Nobility: Explore medieval Genoa on a self-guided audio tour: $8.99
  • Historic Guided Tour of Christopher Columbus' House: $11
  • The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket: $13
  • Historic Shops in Tour Through Tradition and Flavours: $15
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center: $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Genoa 10

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

Also in Evora, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Lisbon: Full-Day Évora Wine Tour: $89
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz Day Tour with Wine Tasting: $104
  • Lisbon: Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour: $277
  • Full Day - Private Tour - Evora with Wine Tasting: $524

Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa

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

  • Guided Eco Hiking and Sea View Wine Tasting in Portofino Park: $75
  • 3 Hour Pesto Making and Wine Tasting Activity in Campetto Genoa: $105
  • CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $125


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

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


Which is Bigger, Evora or Genoa?

Genoa has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Evora. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Genoa, 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 Evora or Genoa?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Evora or Genoa in the Summer?

Both Genoa and Evora during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Genoa for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Evora is around the same temperature as Genoa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Evora in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Genoa averages at about 25°C (76°F).

In Genoa, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Evora. In the summer, Evora often gets more sunshine than Genoa. Evora gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 295 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets less rain in July than Genoa. Evora gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Evora 25°C (78°F) 
    Genoa 25°C (76°F)

Should I visit Evora or Genoa in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Evora and Genoa. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Genoa because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Evora is generally around the same temperature as Genoa. Daily temperatures in Evora average around 19°C (67°F), and Genoa fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Evora, it's very sunny this time of the year. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Genoa during autumn. Evora gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 183 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Evora usually receives less rain than Genoa. Evora gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Evora 19°C (67°F) 
    Genoa 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Evora or Genoa in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Evora as well as Genoa. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Genoa this time of year.

Evora is around the same temperature as Genoa in the winter. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Genoa fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the winter, Evora often gets more sunshine than Genoa. Evora gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 127 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets more rain in January than Genoa. Evora gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Evora 11°C (52°F) 
    Genoa 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Evora or Genoa in the Spring?

Both Genoa and Evora are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Genoa for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Evora is around the same temperature as Genoa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Evora in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Genoa averages at about 15°C (58°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Evora. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Genoa during spring. Evora gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Evora usually receives less rain than Genoa. Evora gets 60 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Evora 15°C (60°F) 
    Genoa 15°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Genoa and Evora

Evora Genoa
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 11°C (51°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.3 in) 15°C (58°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 21°C (71°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 25°C (76°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 19°C (66°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 76 mm (3 in) 14°C (58°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 12°C (53°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)