Which place is cheaper, Florence or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Florence?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Florence can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Islamabad or Florence?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Florence $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Florence is $165. 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 Islamabad and Florence in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Florence $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Florence $186
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Florence
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad or Florence? 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.67Florence $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Premium Services: Islamabad Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfers.: $170
- Transit Trip: Islamabad City Exploration Day Tour & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $110
- Islamabad Round Trip Airport Transfer & Customizable Day Trip: $95
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
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$8.57
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Taxi from Airport$27
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In City Parking (Full Day)$32
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Bus Pass (Full Day)$5.36
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Bus From Airport$5.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Amalfi Coast Transfer with a Stop in Pompeii: $1,184
- Transfer Between Florence and Rome with Sightseeing Stop: $1,184
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to Florence or Siena: $899
- Private Round-Trip Transfer to Pisa: $570
- Private Transfer to Bologna Airport (BLQ): $432
- From Private Transfer to Siena: $398
- From Private Transfer to Livorno Port: $389
- Transfer from Livorno Port to Accommodation: $389
- Florence Airport (FLR): One-Way/Roundtrip Private Transfer: $316
- Private Transfer from Castelfalfi to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $294
- Florence Airport(FLR) to Chianciano - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $293
- Horse ride in the Mugello (transfer from / to Florence) and Tuscan aperitif: $293
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Florence?
Prices for flights to both Florence and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Florence $38
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich$6.96
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$18
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Florence $32
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private City Tour Of Islamabad: $99
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad In & Around Full Day Customized City Tour: $80
- Islamabad Instagram Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive): $95
- City Tour with Faisal Mosque and Lake View Park: $95
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$12
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi$4.29
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Firenze Card (for Two)$107
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)$21
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee$6.43
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee$7.50
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Express Early Morning Uffizi Small Group Tour I Max 6 People: $141
- Florence Duomo: VIP After-Hours Dome Tour with Terrace Access: $174
- Florence FoodTour with Local Guide: $191
- Florence-Private bike tour: $98
- Uffizi Skip-the-Line Entry & Guided Tour: $71
- Private Tour of Uffizi and Accademia Gallery with David: $228
- Tour Private of Florence in electric car : $41
- VIP Uffizi Gallery Tour: $75
- "Good Morning Chianti Classico" - Tour in 2 wineries with lunch: $197
- 1-Hour Experience with Brunello. Visit to the Vineyard and Cellar: $35
- 1-Hour Mythological Tour in Piazza della Signoria: Experience for Children: $49
- 2-Hours Walking Tour in Florence: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Florence $20
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$4.50
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Bottle of Wine$8.04
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Florence, we can see that Florence is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Islamabad is in Asia and Florence is in Europe, 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 Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Florence Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Florence?
Islamabad has a larger population, and is about 62% larger than the population of Florence. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Florence, 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 Islamabad or Florence?
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 Islamabad or Florence in the Summer?
Both Florence and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Florence because of the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Islamabad. In the summer, Islamabad is a little warmer than Florence. Typically, the summer temperatures in Islamabad in July average around 32°C (90°F), and Florence averages at about 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Florence. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives less sunshine than Florence during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Florence. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Florence 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Florence in the Autumn?
Both Florence and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Florence this time of year.
In October, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Florence. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 26°C (80°F), and Florence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Florence. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Florence. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Florence 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Florence in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Florence. Also, many travelers come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Islamabad is much warmer than Florence in the winter. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Florence fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Florence during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Florence. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Florence 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Florence in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Florence. Also, many visitors come to Florence in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Islamabad is much warmer than Florence. Typically, the spring temperatures in Islamabad in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Florence averages at about 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Florence. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Florence. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Florence 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Florence and Islamabad
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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