Which place is cheaper, Havana or Florence?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Florence or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Havana, 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 Havana?
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.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorence €154Havana €61
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is €154, while the average daily cost in Havana is €61. 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 Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence €87Havana €38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence €174Havana €76
Compare Hotels in Florence and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Havana? 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: Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florence €22Havana €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€25
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In City Parking (Full Day)€30
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Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
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Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Florence to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
- Private Oneway Transfer Florence Airport to Florence Hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Florence to Milan: $216
- Arrival Private Transfer: Florence Airport FLR to Florence in Luxury Van: $202
- Chianti Wine Tastings and Visit to 3 Cellars with Lunch&Transfer: $236
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Montecatini Terme - RoundTrip Transfer: $184
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Siena or Sovicille - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $210
- Florence Airport (FLR): One-Way/Roundtrip Private Transfer: $316
- Florence Airport Private Departure Transfer: $48
- Florence Airport to Chianciano Arrival Private Transfer: $146
- Florence Airport(FLR) to Chianciano - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $293
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride€0.63
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana 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
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Food Meals for one dayFlorence €36Havana €9.53
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich€6.50
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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:
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Florence Street Food Tour: Market & City Center: $29
- Florence Street Food Tour, Market and City Center: $31
- Walking Food Tour at Sunset with Tastings: $33
- Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
- Virtual Italian Meatballs Cooking Class, Live from Tuscany: $37
- Street Food Tour with Local Expert Guide: $41
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $59
- Cooking Art Brunelleschi : $59
- 3- Cooking Making Spaghetti & Lasagna: $59
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza€0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence €30Havana €10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi€11
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
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Firenze Card (for Two)€100
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee€7.00
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Relive the Renaissance on a Guided Walking Tour: $2.69
- Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $2.69
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- The Best tour in Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER: $3.26
- Florence Walking Tour: $3.26
- Private Tour to the Laboratory of Artistic Ceramics in Tuscany: $3.28
- Sunset Walking Tour: $3.28
- Smartphone self guided Tour: $4.29
- Florence Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.50
- Uffizi Gallery Highlights Audio Guide (Ticket NOT included): $5.99
- Galleria dell' Accademia Audio Guide (Ticket NOT included): $5.99
- Florence and Pisa self guided tour: $6.45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence €18Havana €5.37
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti€4.20
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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
- Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $23
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
- Sip, Savor, Save! Youth Wine Tasting Tour with Appitisers: $28
- Wine Tasting Experience with Three Types of Tuscan Wine: $29
- Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33
- Private Wine Tasting Experience in the heart of Tuscany: $33
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Paring Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting Experience in Florence city centre: $44
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito€0.14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florence and Havana, we can see that Florence is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Florence is in Europe and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Florence would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florence than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florence Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florence or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Florence. When comparing the sizes of Florence and Havana, 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 Florence or Havana?
Florence has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Florence or Havana in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Florence as well as Havana. Most visitors come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
In the summer, Florence is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Florence in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Havana averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Florence usually gets less rain in July than Havana. Florence gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFlorence 25°C (77°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Florence or Havana in the Autumn?
Both Havana and Florence are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Florence because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Florence is generally much colder than Havana. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 16°C (61°F), and Havana fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In October, Florence usually receives more rain than Havana. Florence gets 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFlorence 16°C (61°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Florence or Havana in the Winter?
Both Havana and Florence during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Florence this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Florence is much colder than Havana in the winter. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 7°C (45°F) in January, and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Florence usually gets more rain in January than Havana. Florence gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorence 7°C (45°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Florence or Havana in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Florence and Havana. Many travelers come to Florence for the natural beauty. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Florence is much colder than Havana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Florence in April average around 14°C (57°F), and Havana averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In April, Florence usually receives more rain than Havana. Florence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFlorence 14°C (57°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Florence
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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