Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Florence?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Florence or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Costa de Prata, 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: Florence or Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorence €154Costa de Prata €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is €154, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Florence and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence €87Costa de Prata €78
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence €174Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Florence and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Costa de Prata? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florence €22Costa de Prata €53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
-
Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
-
Taxi from Airport€25
-
In City Parking (Full Day)€30
-
Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
-
Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Florence to Arezzo with a stop at The Mall Outlet: $153
- Transfer Florence - Bologna with stop at the Barberino Outlet: $142
- Transfer Between Florence and Rome with Sightseeing Stop: $1,176
- Private transfer: $256
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence (hotel OR airport pick-up): $85
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence: $114
- Private Transfer: Florence to Florence Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): $153
- Private Transfer: Florence City Center to Peretola Airport (FLR): $63
- Private Transfer from Ulignano to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $251
- Private Transfer from Scandicci to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $110
- Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $292
- Private Transfer from SMN Train Station to Florence: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and Florence 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 dayFlorence €36Costa de Prata €44
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
-
Panini Sandwich€6.50
-
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
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence €30Costa de Prata €13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
-
Admission to Uffizi€11
-
Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
-
Firenze Card (for Two)€100
-
Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
-
Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
-
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
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence €18Costa de Prata €8.13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
-
Glass of Chianti€4.20
-
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 comparing the travel costs between Florence and Costa de Prata, we can see that Florence 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 Florence Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Florence or Costa de Prata?
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 Florence or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Florence and Costa de Prata. Many visitors come to Florence in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Florence is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the summer. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Florence, it's very sunny this time of the year. Florence usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during summer. Florence gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Florence usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Florence gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyFlorence 25°C (77°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Florence or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Florence as well as Costa de Prata. Most visitors come to Florence for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Florence is cooler than Costa de Prata. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Florence in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Florence often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata. Florence gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Florence usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Costa de Prata. Florence gets 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFlorence 16°C (61°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Florence or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Florence are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Florence because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Florence is generally much colder than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 7°C (45°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Florence usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Florence gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In January, Florence usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Florence gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorence 7°C (45°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Florence or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
Both Costa de Prata and Florence during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Florence this time of year.
Florence is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the spring. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Florence often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Florence gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Florence usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Florence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilFlorence 14°C (57°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Florence
| Florence | Costa de Prata | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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.