Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Monaco?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Monaco or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Monaco and Costa Vicentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Monaco or Costa Vicentina?
Monaco
Monaco is a small city-state that is completely surrounded by France. The Italian Riviera is only a few kilometers to the east and the country enjoys a wonderful, Mediterranean climate. Monaco is also the second smallest independent state in the world, with the Vatican being the smallest. It is six times as large of the Vatican and also the world's most densely populated independent country. It is entirely urban and a fun place to spend a few days.
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 Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMonaco €189Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Monaco is €189, 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 Monaco and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMonaco €119Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMonaco €238Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Monaco and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Monaco 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Monaco €17Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Monaco
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Monaco:
- Port Hercule (Monte Carlo Monaco Port): Transfer to Monaco: $227
- Private Transfer from Monaco to Nice: $192
- Private Transfer from Nice to Monaco: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Monaco or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Monaco 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 dayMonaco €53Costa Vicentina €34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Monaco €23Costa Vicentina €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Monaco
Here are a few typical costs in Monaco for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Grand Prix for Two€101
Tours and Activities in Monaco
Here are a few actual costs in Monaco for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.20
- Monaco Old Town Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.33
- Monaco City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.39
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Monte Carlo & Audioguide: $14
- City Neighborhoods Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Oceanographic Museum of Monaco Ticket: $20
- Monte Carlo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $26
- From Nice: Full-Day Monaco, Monte-Carlo & Eze Tour: $38
- Formula One Circuit Guided Walking Tour: $53
- Highlights of Monte Carlo Guided Walking Tour: $59
- Excursion to Eze and Half Day Shared Tour 5h: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMonaco €26Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Monaco
Also in Monaco, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nice: Wine Tasting Class in City Center: $72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Monaco and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Monaco 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 Monaco would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Monaco 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 Monaco 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.