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

Should you visit Evora or Toulouse?

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 Toulouse. 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 Toulouse?

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.

Toulouse

Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Toulouse 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 Toulouse is €125. 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 Toulouse in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Toulouse 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Toulouse 134
Compare Hotels in Evora and Toulouse

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Toulouse? 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 Toulouse


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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 Toulouse Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Toulouse 41

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 Toulouse

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

  • Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $41
  • Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Luxury Van: $92
  • Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $87
  • Private transfer your alternative to taxi for your travels: $93
  • Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
  • Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
  • Transfer Toulouse to Carcassonne center: $240
  • Transfer from BLAGNAC Airport to all other destinations in Toulouse: $53

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Toulouse?

Prices for flights to both Toulouse 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
    Toulouse 34

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 Toulouse

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

  • No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $52
  • Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $76
  • Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $105
  • Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour: $107

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Toulouse 15

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 Toulouse

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

  • Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.13
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $5.29
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
  • Toulouse Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $6.56
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
  • Toulouse's Timeless Splendor: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
  • Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $16
  • Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Minibus: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Toulouse 7.50

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 Toulouse

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

  • Pub Crawl Toulouse: $20
  • From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $530


When comparing the travel costs between Evora and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which is Bigger, Evora or Toulouse?

Toulouse has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Evora. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?

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 Toulouse in the Summer?

Both Toulouse and Evora during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Evora is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Evora in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Toulouse averages at about 22°C (72°F).

In Toulouse, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Evora. In the summer, Evora often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Evora gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 275 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets less rain in July than Toulouse. Evora gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Evora 25°C (78°F) 
    Toulouse 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Evora or Toulouse in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Evora and Toulouse. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.

In October, Evora is generally a little warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Evora average around 19°C (67°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

In Evora, it's very sunny this time of the year. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during autumn. Evora gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Evora usually receives more rain than Toulouse. Evora gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Evora 19°C (67°F) 
    Toulouse 15°C (60°F)

Should I visit Evora or Toulouse in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Evora as well as Toulouse. Additionally, many travelers come to Toulouse for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Evora is much warmer than Toulouse in the winter. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Toulouse fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

In the winter, Evora often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Evora gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 88 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets more rain in January than Toulouse. Evora gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Evora 11°C (52°F) 
    Toulouse 6°C (44°F)

Should I visit Evora or Toulouse in the Spring?

Both Toulouse and Evora are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Toulouse in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Evora is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Evora in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Toulouse averages at about 12°C (54°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Evora. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during spring. Evora gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Evora usually receives around the same amount of rain as Toulouse. Evora gets 60 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Evora 15°C (60°F) 
    Toulouse 12°C (54°F)

Typical Weather for Toulouse and Evora

Evora Toulouse
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 6°C (44°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.3 in) 12°C (54°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 16°C (60°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 19°C (67°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (71°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 20°C (67°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 15°C (60°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 76 mm (3 in) 10°C (50°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)