Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Florence?
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 Florence or Ponce?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Ponce, 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 Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
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 $211Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is $211, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence $102Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence $204Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Florence and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Ponce? 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 $26Ponce $10
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$9.39
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Taxi from Airport$29
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In City Parking (Full Day)$35
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Bus Pass (Full Day)$5.87
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Bus From Airport$5.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Florence Train Station: $38
- Private Transfer from SMN Train Station to Florence: $56
- From La Spezia: Round-trip Transfer to Florence & Accademia: $57
- Luxury Private Transfer from Florence Airport and Vice Versa: $68
- Transfer from Florence City Center to Peretola Airport (FLR): $69
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
- Transfer: Peretola Airport (FLR) to Florence City Center: $87
- Private Transfer from Scandicci to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $104
- Private Transfer from Firenze (FLR) Airport to Scandicci: $104
- Florence Private Transfer from or to Florence Airport, Train Station and Hotel: $110
- Arrival Transfer Florence Station SMN to Florence by Sedan or Van: $111
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence (hotel OR airport pick-up): $117
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $73Ponce $61
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich$7.63
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Old City Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing: $35
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Food Tour of Traditional Eateries and Wine Pairings: $36
- Pasta Making Class with Dinner and Wine in Florence: $47
- Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence: $48
- Florence's Food Tour with Authentic Local Tastigs and Sightseeing: $50
- Florence Street Food Tour and sightseeing with Central Market: $50
- Florence Street Food Tour with Walking Sightseeing and Local Guide: $50
- Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in the heart of Florence: $51
- Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $53
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $54
- Cooking Class in Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Making Unlimited Wine: $54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence $35Ponce $56
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$13
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi$4.69
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Firenze Card (for Two)$117
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)$23
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee$7.04
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee$8.21
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- The Best tour in Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER: $3.57
- Private Tour to the Laboratory of Artistic Ceramics in Tuscany: $3.58
- Sunset Walking Tour: $3.58
- Florence Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.17
- Florence at Your Feet : A Tour of Its Historic Jewels: $4.77
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Florence: $5.96
- AudioZoom into A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- Firenze Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide: $6.57
- Florence Medici Quest: Self-Guided Conspiracy Adventure: $7.16
- Florence Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.35
- Florence Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Florence, City centre, Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence $22Ponce $16
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$4.93
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Bottle of Wine$8.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Florence Wine Tasting at Ponte Vecchio with Sommelier: $4.78
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $18
- Winery tour and wine tasting of organic Chianti wines and extra virgin oil: $24
- Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $25
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $27
- Wine Tasting Experience near Florence: $30
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $36
- Wine Tasting in an Authentic Tuscan Cellar in Radda in Chianti: $38
- Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence: $42
- Montefioralle Winery - Tour and Wine Tasting in Chianti: $42
- Wine Tasting of Brunello with Tuscan Cold Cuts and Cheese: $47
- Winery tour & wine tasting in Montalcino: $48
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When comparing the travel costs between Florence and Ponce, we can see that Ponce 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. Even though Florence is in Europe and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florence Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florence or Ponce?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Florence and Ponce, 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 Ponce?
Florence has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Florence or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Florence during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Florence this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
Florence is cooler than Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Florence. In the summer, Florence often gets more sunshine than Ponce. Florence gets 316 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun.
Florence usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Florence gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFlorence 25°C (77°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Florence or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Florence and Ponce. Many travelers come to Florence for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Florence is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Florence in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Florence usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during autumn. Florence gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Florence usually receives less rain than Ponce. Florence gets 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFlorence 16°C (61°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Florence or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Florence as well as Ponce. Many visitors come to Florence in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
In January, Florence is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 7°C (45°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In the winter, Florence often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Florence gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun.
Florence usually gets more rain in January than Ponce. Florence gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorence 7°C (45°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Florence or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Florence are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Florence for the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Florence is much colder than Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. Florence usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during spring. Florence gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Florence usually receives more rain than Ponce. Florence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFlorence 14°C (57°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Florence
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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