A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Peniche vs. Adeje for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Peniche or Adeje?

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 Peniche and Adeje can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Peniche or Adeje?

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.

Adeje

If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Peniche and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Peniche much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Peniche would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Peniche 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Peniche.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Peniche Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Peniche or Adeje?

Adeje has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Adeje, 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 Peniche or Adeje?

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 Peniche or Adeje in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Adeje.

Peniche is around the same temperature as Adeje in the summer. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Adeje fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during summer. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Peniche usually receives more rain than Adeje. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Peniche or Adeje in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Adeje.

In the autumn, Peniche is cooler than Adeje. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Peniche in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Adeje averages at about 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Peniche this time of the year. In the autumn, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Adeje. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 200 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets more rain in October than Adeje. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Peniche or Adeje in the Winter?

Both Adeje and Peniche are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

In January, Peniche is generally much colder than Adeje. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 12°C (53°F), and Adeje fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

Peniche usually receives less sunshine than Adeje during winter. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Peniche. In January, Peniche usually receives more rain than Adeje. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Peniche or Adeje in the Spring?

Both Adeje and Peniche during the spring are popular places to visit.

Peniche is cooler than Adeje in the spring. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Adeje fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Peniche. In the spring, Peniche often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 205 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets more rain in April than Adeje. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Adeje and Peniche