Should you visit Faro or Valletta?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Faro or Valletta, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
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.
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
Which city is cheaper, Valletta or Faro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Faro is €130, while the average daily cost in Valletta is €77. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Faro and Valletta in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Faro can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €59, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €118.
Travelers usually pay around €98 for a double occupancy room in Valletta If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
Faro food costs typically run travelers around €41 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
Food in Valletta costs travelers about €22 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
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Food
Meals for one day
Faro €41
Valletta €22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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The Valletta Food Tour Experience:
$156
Local Transportation
To get around in Faro, the average visitor spends €6.90 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
Valletta's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €6.86 per person, per day on transportation in Valletta.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer to Lisbon from Algarve:
$246
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Transfer from Faro airport to Zambujeira do Mar:
$228
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Transfer from Faro airport to Vilamoura or Quarteira:
$37
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Transfer from Faro airport to Vale do Lobo or Quinta do Lago:
$37
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Transfer from Faro airport to Tavira:
$56
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Transfer from Faro airport to Porches:
$62
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Transfer from Faro airport to Ponta Grande Resort:
$44
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Transfer from Faro airport to Paraiso de Albufeira:
$44
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Transfer from Faro airport to Olhos de Água:
$44
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Transfer from Faro airport to Lagos:
$87
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Transfer from Faro airport to Isla Canela or Cristina:
$109
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Transfer from Faro airport to Huelva:
$174
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta:
$68
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Private Transfer from Malta Luqa Airport to Cirkewwa Ferry:
$47
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Airport transfers to all locations in Malta (Private Groups or Families):
$40
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Malta Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Saint Julian's Hotels or Address):
$37
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Private Airport Round-Trip Transfer: Malta Airport to Valletta City Center:
$27
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to St. Paul's Bay:
$18
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Private Airport Transfer: Valletta/Sliema/St. Julian to Malta Int. Airport (MLA):
$14
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Private Airport Transfer: Malta Int. Airport (MLA) to Valletta/Sliema/St. Julian:
$14
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Private Departure Transfer from Valletta City Center to Malta Airport:
$13
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Round-trip Shuttle Bus Transfers from Malta Airport to Your Hotel in Malta:
$13
Entertainment
In Faro, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €56 per person, per day.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Valletta can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €11 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
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3 Days in BMW R nineT Scrambler Tour:
$523
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7 Fountains Walking Tour from Faro:
$118
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7-Day Off The Beaten Track Algarve Walk Tour:
$2,687
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8 Days Tour - North & South of Portugal:
$1,896
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Algarve Beauties cave Tour - Benagil cave and Marinha beach from Faro:
$64
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Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour:
$56
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Algarve Private & CustomTour:
$93
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Algarve Tour:
$435
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Algarve: Animaris Desert Island & Ria Formosa Day Tour:
$36
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Amoreira River Kayak Tour:
$50
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Amoreira River Stand Up Paddle Tour:
$50
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Barranco Grottos & Caves Stand Up Paddle Tour:
$62
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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4-hr day tour around Malta:
$212
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5 days Malta highlights guided tour:
$373
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6-hour Private Tour around Malta:
$283
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8 days best of Malta guided tour:
$572
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Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour:
$35
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Combination Tour of Powerboat & Jeep - Gozo & Comino:
$106
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Eco marine Malta marine life spotting experience to Filfla:
$114
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Exclusive Combination Tour – Cabin Cruiser & Jeep:
$118
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Family Tour - The Building of Valletta:
$112
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GAILY TOUR in MALTA & VALLETTA - Gay & Lesbian Tour:
$218
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Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Private Boat to Gozo & return (to avoid queuing):
$87
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Gozo Full-Day Quad Tour w/ Private Boat to Gozo & return (to avoid queuing):
$109
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Valletta spend on average €9.14 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
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Traditional Portuguese Guitar performance with Exhibition Museum & Wine Tasting:
$21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Faro and Valletta, we can see that Faro is more expensive. And not only is Valletta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valletta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valletta 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 Valletta.
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