Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Faro?
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 Faro or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Faro or Antigua Guatemala, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Faro or Antigua Guatemala?
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFaro €160Antigua Guatemala €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Faro is €160, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is €65. 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 Faro and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFaro €75Antigua Guatemala €19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFaro €150Antigua Guatemala €38
Compare Hotels in Faro and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Faro or Antigua Guatemala? 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: Faro Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Faro €9.52Antigua Guatemala €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Faro Algarve To Lisbon: $291
- Private transfers between Faro and Aljustrel: $268
- Private Transfer from Faro Airport to Lisbon: $262
- Private transfers between Faro and Almonte: $221
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Huelva: $214
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Sao Sebastiao: $213
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Vila do Bispo: $211
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Budens: $199
- Private transfers between Faro and Huelva: $186
- Private transfers between Faro and Bordeira: $186
- Private transfers between Faro and Aljezur: $186
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Monchique: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Antigua: One way private transfer to Panajachel: $194
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Semuc Champey or Coban: $182
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Antigua: $90
- Private transfer from Antigua to La Aurora Airport: $90
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Monterrico Beach: $85
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- Private Transfer One Way Antigua Guatemala to El Paredon Beach: $75
- Private Transfer:Antigua GuatemalaLake Atitlán(Any Town)OneWay: $74
- Private Transfer From Antigua to Panajachel Atitlan: $70
- Private Transfer from Antigua to the Airport: $70
- Antigua: One way private transfer to Guatemala City: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Faro or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Faro 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 dayFaro €62Antigua Guatemala €22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hours Classic Food Tour in Faro: $114
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch€2.87
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Lunch€6.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
- Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
- Cooking and pastry class in Casa San Miguel: $38
- Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
- Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop: $50
- Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
- Private Street Food Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $65
- Antigua Street Food Tour: $65
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
- Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
- Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Faro €9.41Antigua Guatemala €14
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- 1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa: $33
- 2 Hours Kayak Island Tour in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa: $76
- 2:30 Hours Tour: $292
- Algarve Buggy Tours: $233
- Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour: $68
- Amoreira River Kayak Tour: $58
- Amoreira River Stand Up Paddle Tour: $58
- Benagil Caves, Albufeira and Carvoeiro Private Tour From Algarve: $233
- Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro: $47
- Boat Tour of 2 Ria Formosa Islands: Culatra and Armona: $41
- Boat Tour to Desert Island at The Ria Formosa: $52
- Bordeira Beach - Horse Riding Tour at Sunset: $163
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- ¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!: $100
- 2 - Days : Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $150
- 2-Day Kayak and Hike Adventure Package from Antigua: $219
- 2-Day, 1-Night Tour of Volcano Acatenango from Antigua: $92
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $220
- 3-Hour Chateau Defay Vineyard Tour in Central America: $170
- 4 Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $32
- 4-Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $25
- 4WD Acatenango Volcano Tour & Fuego / All Inclusive !: $400
- 4WD experience to Acatenango Volcano/Fuego Volcano from Antigua: $333
- 4x4 Acatenango Volcano and Fuego Vistas 2 Day Shared Tour: $260
- 4x4 tour from Antigua with a night camp in front of the Fuego volcano: $1,300
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFaro €3.13Antigua Guatemala €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $23
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $29
- Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour: $87
- Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting: $97
- Jeep Tour - Tavira, Santa Luzia & Wine Tasting: $139
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Faro and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Faro is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Faro is in Europe and Antigua Guatemala is in Central America, 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 Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Faro Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Faro or Antigua Guatemala?
Faro has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Faro and Antigua Guatemala, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.