Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or La Spezia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit La Spezia or Costa Vicentina?
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 La Spezia and Costa Vicentina. 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: La Spezia or Costa Vicentina?
La Spezia
Located on the coast beside the Ligurian Sea, La Spezia is known for its military and commercial harbors hosting the arsenal of the Italian Navy. It is also well connected by rail and by boat to Cinque Terre National Park - a unique collection of five medieval villages along the coastline - as well as other coastal towns of the region. Other attractions include a number of museums as well as an annual boat race called Palio de Golfo.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Spezia €198Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in La Spezia is €198, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. 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 La Spezia and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Spezia €113Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Spezia €226Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in La Spezia and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in La Spezia or Costa Vicentina? 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: La Spezia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Spezia €41Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Spezia
Also for La Spezia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer La Spezia to Genoa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $253
- Arrival Private Transfer from La Spezia to Porto Venere or Lerici: $91
- La Spezia Cruise Port to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $130
- La Spezia Cruise Port to Florence - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $260
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer La Spezia to Pisa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $202
- Private Transfer Porto Venere or Lerici to La Spezia by car / van: $91
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Hotels to La Spezia Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Port to La Spezia Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre by car or van: $141
- Private Transfer from La Spezia to Florence : $242
Is it cheaper to fly into La Spezia or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and La Spezia 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 dayLa Spezia €56Costa Vicentina €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour: $91
- Small-Group Street Food Tour: $95
- Portovenere: Sunset Cruise with Aperitif and Dinner: $96
- Tour of Apericena at Sunset and Dinner on Boat: $96
- La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $97
- Small-group Street food tour in La Spezia: $97
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in La Spezia: $114
- Porto Venere & Islands Sunset Boat Tour w/ Dinner: $137
- Market Tour & Lunch/Dinner at a Cesarina's Home: $148
- Private Cooking Class in an Italian Home: $155
- Market Visit and Seafood Cooking Class with Lunch: $156
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in La Spezia: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Spezia €37Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus City Tour Ticket: $18
- La Spezia Walking Tour: $39
- From Round-Trip to Pisa Cruise Shore Excursion: $42
- A Sightseeing Tour with Italian-Inspired Music: $43
- From La Spezia to Pisa with optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $49
- The Sunset Tour: $54
- 4-Hour E-Bike Guided Tour of the Tellaro and Montemarcello Villages: $55
- Pisa Tour by bus: $55
- From Florence & Pisa Cruise Shore Excursion: $58
- Portovenere & the 3 Islands: Sunset Boat Tour from La Spezia: $58
- Boat Tour of the 3 Islands & Portovenere: $65
- Cinque Terre Tour by Boat: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Spezia €35Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in La Spezia
Also in La Spezia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- boat tour with seafood and wine tasting: $213
- Lucca city tour and Pisa tower + wine tasting from La Spezia Port: $217
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Spezia and Costa Vicentina, we can see that La Spezia is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 La Spezia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Spezia than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is La Spezia Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.