Which place is cheaper, Genoa or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Genoa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Genoa? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Funchal or Genoa?
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
Genoa
Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Genoa €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Genoa is €150. 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 Funchal and Genoa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Genoa €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Genoa €176
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Genoa
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Genoa? 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: Funchal Hotel Prices and Genoa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Genoa €8.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $123
- PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $71
- Sunrise Transfer to Hike Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo: $71
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
- Madeira Airport Transfers Round Trip (FNC): $65
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $59
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Departure Transfer (Funchal Hotels to Madeira Airport): $54
- Madeira Airport (FNC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Funchal Hotels or Address): $54
- Madeira Island Transfers: $53
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Madeira Island - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa
Also for Genoa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Genova : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $599
- Private Direct Transfer From Genoa to Nice, En Speaking Driver: $271
- Private Transfer From Genoa to Milan English Speaking Driver: $249
- Genoa to Milan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $229
- Genoa Airport (GOA) to Milan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $222
- From Genoa to Florence Hotels - Private Transfer: $145
- Genoa to Malpensa Milan Airport (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer : $131
- Private Transfer from/to Genoa to/from Portofino: $123
- Private transfer from Genoa to Portofino with Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up: $120
- Savona Cruise Port to Genoa hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
- Genoa airport (GOA) to Savona Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
- Genoa to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Genoa?
Prices for flights to both Genoa and Funchal 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 dayFunchal €31Genoa €51
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee€1.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $31
- Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $41
- Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $76
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Genoa
For Genoa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Genoese cooking lesson in the garden with lunch: $68
- Genoa Old town Food Tour: $74
- Itinerant dinner in the old town: $75
- Street Food Tour: $84
- Do Eat Better Experience - Food Tours in Genoa: $86
- Traditional Food Tour: $91
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Camogli: $93
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Savona: $93
- Dining experience with cooking demo and wines in Rapallo: $93
- Traditional Home Cooking Class in Genoa: $93
- Tour of Genoa historic center and wine tasting with dinner: $93
- Small-group Street food tour in Savona: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Genoa €20
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Handicap Half Day Tour, Fully Accessible Tour : $76
- “Le tour de Churchill” - From Funchal to Câmara de Lobos: $58
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- 4 Hours Adventure Jeep Tour in Central Madeira Portugal: $47
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $71
- Accessible Half Day Tour Cabo Girão: $120
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $158
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Amazing West - Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day: $60
- Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $49
- Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am To 5pm (Each Day): $65
- Around the island - Two days tour: $82
Tours and Activities in Genoa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Genoa.
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour from Via Del Campo 29 Rosso: $82
- 2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa: $104
- 3 Hours Private Walking Tour of Genoa from the Cruise Terminal: $240
- Aquarium of Genoa + Panera Ice Cream Taste experience: $32
- Aquarium of Genoa Ticket and Whale Watching Cruise: $70
- Aquarium of Entry Ticket and Aperitif: $31
- Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Genoa: $152
- Cesarine: Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience in Genoa: $141
- City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $27
- Departure by Private Car from Genoa City to Genoa Cruise Port: $44
- Discover Genoa, old town walking tour: $131
- E-bike tour in Genova: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Genoa €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $49
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $53
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $53
- Wine tasting and Jeep Adventure in Madeira's Majestic Countryside: $56
- Pub Crawl: $59
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $86
- Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $97
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $98
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $102
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $109
- Wine Tour by Overland Madeira: $150
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $158
Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Genoa:
- Guided Eco Hiking and Sea View Wine Tasting in Portofino Park: $75
- 3 Hour Pesto Making and Wine Tasting Activity in Campetto Genoa: $105
- CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $125
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Genoa, we can see that Genoa is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Genoa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Genoa than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Genoa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Genoa?
Genoa has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Genoa, 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 Funchal or Genoa?
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 Funchal or Genoa in the Summer?
Both Genoa and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Genoa in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Funchal is cooler than Genoa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Funchal in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Genoa averages at about 25°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Genoa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Genoa during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 295 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Genoa. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Genoa 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Genoa in the Autumn?
Both Genoa and Funchal during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Genoa for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Funchal is generally around the same temperature as Genoa. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 21°C (70°F), and Genoa fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Genoa. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 183 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Genoa. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Genoa 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Genoa in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Genoa. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Genoa because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Funchal is much warmer than Genoa in the winter. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Genoa fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Genoa during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 127 hours of full sun in the winter.
Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than Genoa. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Genoa 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Genoa in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Genoa. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Genoa this time of year.
In the spring, Funchal is a little warmer than Genoa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Funchal in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Genoa averages at about 15°C (58°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets less sunshine than Genoa. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 198 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Genoa. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Genoa 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Genoa and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
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