Which place is cheaper, Verona or Funchal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Funchal or Verona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Verona? 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 Verona?
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.
Verona
Verona, Italy is probably most famous as the setting for Shakespeare's famous play, Romeo and Juliet. It's in northeast Italy in the Veneto region, close to Venice. It's easy to make the trip by train from either Venice or Milan. Verona has many Roman ruins throughout town, most notably, the Arena. The Arena is a large amphitheater that dates back to the first century AD. You also can't visit Verona without stopping by Juliet's House on Via Cappello, just off the Piazza delle Erbe. The balcony is the supposed balcony that inspired the most famous love scene in the play. You can expect to find tourists gathered around with camera, perhaps detracting a little from what might have once been a romantic setting. Other sights in town worth visiting are the Castle Scaligeri, Castelvecchio, Lamberti Tower, Juliet's Tomb, and the small chapel San Giorgetta. If you have the time while you're in town, consider hoping on Bus 41 and heading out to S. Maria di Lourdes Sanctuary. From the edge of Verona's highest hill you can have a stunning view of the surrounding area. It's well worth the trip.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €93Verona €168
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Verona is €168. 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 Verona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Verona €107
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Verona €214
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Verona
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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 Verona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Verona €6.88
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Verona
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Verona:
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Bus From Airport€6.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Verona
Also for Verona, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Way Private Transfer to/from Marco Polo Airport: $661
- private transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $620
- Verona Airport:1-Way Private Transfer to Venice+water taxi: $535
- Verona Airport (VRN): One Way Transfer to Venice+WaterTaxi: $503
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Venice Airport: $500
- Verona Airport(VRN): 1-Way Transfer to Venice, Piazzale Roma: $364
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Malpensa airport (MPX) (or vice versa): $291
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Selva Val Gardena (or vice versa): $284
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Florence (or vice versa): $272
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Ortisei (or vice versa): $262
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Madonna di Campiglio (or vice versa): $218
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Bolzano (or vice versa): $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Verona?
Prices for flights to both Verona 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 €31Verona €54
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
Typical Food Prices in Verona
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Verona:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€36
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€23
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Cappucino€1.75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Verona
For Verona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting: $63
- Tortellini Cooking Class and Lunch with Mamma Ivana: $64
- Eat Drink and Love wine and food tour: $82
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Castelnuovo del Garda with Show Cooking: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fumane with Show Cooking: $93
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Soave: $93
- Verona Food Tour with Guide: $95
- Food Tour with Amarone Wine Tasting: $95
- Wine and Food Tour with Dinner and Tastings: $96
- Small-group Street food tour in Soave: $97
- Verona Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $101
- Valpolicella: Traditional cooking class with local products: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Verona €12
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Verona
For Verona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Juliet's House Entry€4.00
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Verona Card€10
Tours and Activities in Verona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Verona.
- Amarone wine experience in Verona countryside: $37
- "Let yourself be guided .. Let yourself be pampered" Private Tour: $218
- 3 Hour Shared Walking and Aperitivo Tour of Verona: $70
- 3 Hour Walking tour of Verona and Arena: $142
- 3 Hour Watercolor Private Experience in Verona: $65
- 4-Hour Guided E-bike Tour of the Two Wineries in Bardolino: $119
- A day in the life of Verona - Private tour with a local: $224
- A private tasting tour of Verona, between food and wine: $280
- Adventure in e-Bike among medieval villages and castles: $125
- Amarone 2005 Wine Experience: $33
- Amarone Della Valpolicella Wine Experience - Meet the Vogadori Family: $38
- Amarone Wine Experience at Montresor winery: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Verona €11
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 Verona
Also in Verona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting in Bardolino: $26
- Valpolicella Wine Tour and Tasting in Medieval Court: $33
- Amarone Wine Tour: $35
- Montresor Winery Visit with Wine Tasting and Snacks: $37
- Valdadige: Roeno Guided Tour and Wine tasting: $37
- Verona area: Wine Tasting Experience in Valpolicella: $38
- Food and Wine Tasting in Valpolicella: $38
- Unique Wine tasting in Verona, with Amarone docg: $41
- Lazise: Historical Center Wine Tasting Tour: $43
- Lake Garda: Wine Tour & Tasting Experience in Bardolino area: $44
- Wine Tasting near Juliet's Balcony in Verona: $45
- Wine Tasting in Underground Cellar in Verona City Center : $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Verona, we can see that Verona 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 Verona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Verona 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 Verona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Verona?
Verona has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Verona, 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 Verona?
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 Verona in the Summer?
Both Verona and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Verona this time of year.
Funchal is around the same temperature as Verona in the summer. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Verona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Verona. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually receives less sunshine than Verona during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 286 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Verona. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Verona receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Verona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Verona in the Autumn?
Both Verona and Funchal during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Verona for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Funchal is much warmer than Verona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Funchal in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Verona averages at about 14°C (57°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Verona. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 137 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Verona. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Verona receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Verona 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Verona in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Verona. Furthermore, many visitors come to Verona in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Verona can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Funchal is generally much warmer than Verona. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 16°C (61°F), and Verona fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Verona during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Verona receives 98 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 Verona. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Verona receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Verona 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Verona in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Verona. Additionally, most visitors come to Verona for the natural beauty during these months.
Funchal is a little warmer than Verona in the spring. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Verona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Verona. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Verona receives 169 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Verona. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Verona receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Verona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Verona and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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