Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Liverpool?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Liverpool or Sao Paulo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Liverpool and Sao Paulo 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: Liverpool or Sao Paulo?
Liverpool
Famous as the hometown of The Beatles, Liverpool is a maritime city on the northwest coast of England. Historically, it was a key port to trade and migration and still plays a major role today, its Pier Head Waterfront being designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004. Beyond the waterfront, Liverpool is a large vibrant city with a thriving cultural heritage, historic landmarks, and a handful of unique neighborhoods with plenty to see and do.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLiverpool £161Sao Paulo £42
The average daily cost (per person) in Liverpool is £161, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is £42. 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 Liverpool and Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLiverpool £76Sao Paulo £24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLiverpool £152Sao Paulo £48
Compare Hotels in Liverpool and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Liverpool or Sao Paulo? 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: Liverpool Hotel Prices and Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Liverpool £26Sao Paulo £4.71
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liverpool
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Liverpool:
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City bike hire Liverpool£6.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liverpool
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Liverpool:
- ROUND TRIP: transfer to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL): $232
- Departure Private Transfer: Liverpool to Manchester Airport MAN in Luxury Van: $195
- Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers: $163
- Private Transfer from Liverpool Airport (LPL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): $150
- Liverpool Airport (LPL): Transfer to Liverpool Cruise Port: $149
- Liverpool Airport (LPL): Transfer to Liverpool Accommodation: $149
- Liverpool Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Liverpool: $149
- Liverpool Private Transfer from central Liverpool to Liverpool Airport: $123
- Departure Private Transfer: Liverpool to Manchester Airport MAN in Business Car: $121
- Private Transfer from Bootle to Manchester Airport (MAN): $116
- Private Transfer from Liverpool Hotels to Holyhead Cruise Port: $103
- Liverpool to Manchester Airport(MAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia Grande/Santos - Private Transfer: $63
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia/Santos Hotels Round-Trip Transfer: $125
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia/Santos hotels - Arrival Transfer: $63
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Arrival Transfer: $38
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $77
- Campinas Airport (VCP)to Praia Grande/Santos - RoundTrip Transfer: $125
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo - Private Transfer: $38
- Departure Private Transfers: Sao Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU in Business Car: $123
- Departure private transfer from São Paulo city to Guarulhos Airport by minibus: $197
- Downtown to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $181
- Private Arrival Transfer | Congonhas Airport (CGH) x São Paulo City: $95
- Private Arrival Transfer | Viracopos Airport (VCP) x São Paulo City : $300
Is it cheaper to fly into Liverpool or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo and Liverpool 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 dayLiverpool £59Sao Paulo £12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liverpool
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Liverpool.
- Brewery Bus Tour with Beer Tasting and Pizza: $82
- Brewery bus tour, 5 breweries, 12 beers, 1 pizza, 1 bus: $89
- Small-Group: Experience Local Food Tour in Liverpool : $89
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $100
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Liverpool £36Sao Paulo £3.23
Tours and Activities in Liverpool
Here are a few actual costs in Liverpool for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Hope Street Stroll: A self-guided tour from the Metropolitan Cathedral to LIPA: $5.20
- A Walk Through Time: History of Liverpool Walking Tour: $22
- Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Liverpool: $51
- Awesome Corners of Liverpool – Family Walking Tour: $287
- BEST OF LIVERPOOL History & Culture Tour-From The Cruise Terminal: $27
- BEST OF LIVERPOOL-Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour: $27
- Beatles & Beyond: A Liverpool Legacy Tour: $305
- Beatles Classic Tour of Liverpool by Private Taxi: $235
- Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool-From the Cruise Terminal: $27
- Beatles Magical Mystery Tour: $25
- Best of Liverpool Sightseeing Tour by Private Taxi: $253
- City & Beatles Tour - BLUE ROUTE: $25
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- São Paulo (Ibirapuera) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.89
- Walking Tour Historic Center in São Paulo: $13
- Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $27
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo : $35
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of Augusta street: $35
- Breakfast Tour in Bom Retiro: $43
- São Paulo: 2 Hours - Liberdade "Street Food" Tour: $54
- City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day: $64
- Bixiga Walking Tour: $67
- Sao Paulo Culture Walking Tour: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLiverpool £13Sao Paulo £2.81
Sample the Local Flavors in Liverpool
Also in Liverpool, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- FunnyBoyz Liverpool - Drag Shows, Tributes, Brunches & Bar Crawls: $19
- Liverpool Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $50
- Pirate Pub Crawl & Boat Tour: $56
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Liverpool and Sao Paulo, we can see that Liverpool is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Liverpool is in Europe and Sao Paulo is in South America, 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Liverpool would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liverpool than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Liverpool Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Liverpool or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Liverpool. When comparing the sizes of Liverpool and Sao Paulo, 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 Liverpool or Sao Paulo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Sao Paulo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Liverpool has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Liverpool or Sao Paulo in the Summer?
Both Sao Paulo and Liverpool during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Liverpool for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Liverpool is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Liverpool in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
Sao Paulo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Liverpool usually gets less rain in July than Sao Pauloin January. Liverpool gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLiverpool 15°C (60°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Liverpool and Sao Paulo. The autumn months attract visitors to Liverpool because of the shopping scene and the music scene.
In October, Liverpool is generally much colder than Sao Pauloin April. Daily temperatures in Liverpool average around 12°C (53°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In October, Liverpool usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin April. Liverpool gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLiverpool 12°C (53°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Liverpool as well as Sao Paulo. The museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Liverpool this time of year.
Liverpool is much colder than Sao Paulo in the winter. The daily temperature in Liverpool averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in July.
Liverpool usually gets more rain in January than Sao Pauloin July. Liverpool gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLiverpool 5°C (42°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
Both Sao Paulo and Liverpool are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Liverpool is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Liverpool in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 21°C (70°F)in October.
In April, Liverpool usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin October. Liverpool gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLiverpool 8°C (47°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Liverpool
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (44°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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