Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Kaunas?
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 Kaunas or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Coimbra. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Coimbra?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €117Coimbra €138
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €117, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €138. 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 Kaunas and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €42Coimbra €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €84Coimbra €88
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Coimbra? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €15Coimbra €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $61
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer in Coimbra City: $94
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $157
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $159
- Fatima Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $159
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $170
- Private transfer from/to Fátima - Porto, Braga or Guimarães: $211
- Private transfer from/to Fatima - Porto, Coimbra or Aveiro: $271
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Take Christ's Convent: $271
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova: $295
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €58Coimbra €83
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €18Coimbra €18
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
- From Rumšiškės Museum and Pažaislis Monastery Tour: $254
- From Žemaitija Park, Plateliai, & Cold War Tour: $254
- Immersive VR Cultural Experience in Kaunas: $23
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $115
- Kaunas Old Town : Private Ghost Tour: $299
- Kaunas Old Town Tour: Local Secrets & Hidden Corners: $58
- Kaunas Old Town and Aleksotas tour: $165
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $59
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $460
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $299
- Kaunas to Hill of Crosses via Šiluva and Tytuvėnai Private Tour: $259
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.52
- Leiria Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.67
- Tomar Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.67
- Coimbra’s Jewish Heritage An Audio Tour of the Medieval Town: $5.00
- Coimbra Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.30
- Highlights Walking Tour With a Certified Guide: $5.82
- Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour: $5.89
- TOP Coimbra : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.89
- Kings, Scholars and Rebels Self Guided Tour of Coimbra: $6.30
- Coimbra Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h25 and 25 Audio Comments: $6.95
- Coimbra’s Timeless Tracks: An Enchanting Train Tour: $8.73
- Pilgrims and Pioneers: A Self-Guided Tour Audio of Tomar: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €15Coimbra €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. And not only is Kaunas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kaunas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kaunas 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra than you might in Kaunas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Coimbra?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Coimbra, 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 Kaunas or Coimbra?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Kaunas or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Kaunas during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
Kaunas is cooler than Coimbra in the summer. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kaunas. In the summer, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in July than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Coimbra. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Kaunas is much colder than Coimbra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kaunas in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Coimbra averages at about 18°C (65°F).
Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Coimbra. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Kaunas can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kaunas is generally much colder than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around -5°C (23°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Kaunas usually gets less rain in January than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the activities around the city during these months.
Kaunas is much colder than Coimbra in the spring. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 7°C (44°F) in April, and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during spring. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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