Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Florence?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Florence or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Puerto del Carmen, 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 Puerto del Carmen?
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.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorence €154Puerto del Carmen €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is €154, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €173. 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 Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence €87Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence €174Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Florence and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Puerto del Carmen? 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 and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florence €22Puerto del Carmen €39
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:
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto del Carmen
Also for Puerto del Carmen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote : Parasailing activity with hotel transfer: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen 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 €36Puerto del Carmen €51
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:
- 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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence €30Puerto del Carmen €17
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.
- 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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence €18Puerto del Carmen €60
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
- 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 Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florence or Puerto del Carmen?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Florence and Puerto del Carmen, 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.