Which place is cheaper, Peniche or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Peniche?
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 Paros and Peniche. 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: Paros or Peniche?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
Peniche
Peniche is a beach destination with many attractions for travelers. First, the raging sea and the lay of the land make this a popular surfing destination. The best of many supreme beaches is Praia dos Supertubos, which has a tubular wave fit for big time international events. Peniche has also been a port since the Early Modern Age, when a fort was constructed to defend it. This monument has an absorbing history, first as a maritime defense and then a prison during the Estado Novo regime in the 20th century. The walled historic center makes for pleasant strolling, and the seaside fort where Salazar's regime detained political prisoners is a must-see for anyone interested in Portuguese history. Artisan lovers will enjoy Peniche's specialty, handmade lace, and it is even possible to see the lace-work in action. And on top of everything, Peniche also has the Berlingas Islands, a natural reserve off the coast, which are well worth a visit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €122Peniche €122
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, while the average daily cost in Peniche is €122. 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 Paros and Peniche in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Peniche €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Peniche €100
Compare Hotels in Paros and Peniche
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Peniche? 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: Paros Hotel Prices and Peniche Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Peniche €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paros
Also for Paros, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Naxos Port-Airport To All Destinations: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Peniche
Also for Peniche, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lisbon: Transfer from/to Peniche (Wave Capital): $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Peniche?
Prices for flights to both Peniche and Paros 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 dayParos €45Peniche €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Two and half-hours Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Amorgos: $59
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $92
- Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home : $96
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $104
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $106
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $115
- Paros Cooking Class: $115
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $153
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $642
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Peniche €19
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Essence of Naxos Tour: $33
- Full One-Day Tour Naxos & Heraklia: $175
- 2-Hour Private Beach Picnic Experience in Paros: $81
- 5 Hours Private Guided Tour Around Santorini : $124
- Aeolus motoryacht cruise in Paros: $196
- All inclusive day sailing tour from Naxos to the small cyclades: $153
- All-Inclusive Catamaran Day Cruise: $164
- Amazing Beach Hike Tour in Paros with a Local: $152
- Antiparos & Despotiko full day cruise from Paros: $98
- Beautiful Sunset Photo Walk Tour on Paros: $163
- Boat Cruise to Rina's Cave & Ano/Kato Koufonisi with BBQ Lunch: $76
- Catamaran Full-Day Cruise around Naxos or Paros with Lunch: $153
Tours and Activities in Peniche
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.
- From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134
- From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
- From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
- Lisbon: Private Full Day Tour to Berlengas Island: $235
- Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
- Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
- Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
- Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
- Mountain Bike Tour: $53
- Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
- Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Peniche €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos: $60
- Citron Tasting and Distillery 1-Hour Guided Tour in Naxos: $65
- 3 Hour Tour in Paros Wine Tasting: $164
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $166
When comparing the travel costs between Paros and Peniche, we can see that Peniche is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Peniche Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paros or Peniche?
Peniche has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Paros. When comparing the sizes of Paros and Peniche, 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.
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.