Which place is cheaper, Viseu or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Viseu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Viseu, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lanzarote or Viseu?
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located off the northwestern coast of Africa. Some of its most popular features include the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, as well as the resort towns of Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, and Playa Blanca.
Viseu
Viseu is the beautiful capital city of the Centro Region of Portugal, located northeast of Lisbon. The city, which is situated in the center of the famous Dao wine region, offers stunning natural scenery and beautiful ancient architecture. The best time to visit Viseu is during the summer from June through September when temperatures tend to range from 75-85° Fahrenheit and there is less rain. From October-May, temperatures tend to stay between 45-60° F and rainfall is at its highest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Lisbon.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Viseu €98
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Viseu is €98. 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 Lanzarote and Viseu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Viseu €52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Viseu €104
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Viseu
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Viseu? 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: Viseu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Viseu €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Viseu?
Prices for flights to both Viseu and Lanzarote 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 dayLanzarote €42Viseu €31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
- Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Viseu €23
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
- 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
- Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Viseu €7.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Viseu, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Viseu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Viseu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Viseu 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 Lanzarote would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lanzarote than you might in Viseu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Viseu Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Viseu?
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 Lanzarote or Viseu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Viseu.
In July, Lanzarote is generally around the same temperature as Viseu. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Viseu this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives less sunshine than Viseu during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Viseu 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Viseu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Viseu.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Viseu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Viseu fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Viseu. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Viseu 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Viseu in the Winter?
Both Viseu and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Lanzarote is much warmer than Viseu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Viseu averages at about 11°C (51°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Viseu during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Viseu. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Viseu 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Viseu in the Spring?
Both Viseu and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Viseu. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Viseu, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 217 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Viseu. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Viseu 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Viseu and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Viseu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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.