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

Should you visit Peniche or Cadiz?

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 Cadiz can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Peniche or Cadiz?

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.

Cadiz

Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Cadiz or Peniche?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Peniche is €122, while the average daily cost in Cadiz is €152. 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 Peniche and Cadiz in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Peniche 50
    Cadiz 77
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Peniche 100
    Cadiz 154
Compare Hotels in Peniche and Cadiz

Looking for a hotel in Peniche or Cadiz? 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.

Hotels in Peniche


Hotels in Cadiz


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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: Peniche Hotel Prices and Cadiz Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Peniche 53
    Cadiz 30

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:

  • Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $87
  • Private Transfer from Cadiz city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $28

Is it cheaper to fly into Peniche or Cadiz?

Prices for flights to both Cadiz and Peniche 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Peniche 41
    Cadiz 45

Typical Food Prices in Cadiz

Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:


  • Dinner and Tapas
    15
  • Lunch for 1
    10

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.

  • Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
  • Food Tour Cadiz: $75
  • Tabancos Food Tour Jerez: $92

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Peniche 19
    Cadiz 27

Tours and Activities in Peniche

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.

  • From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
  • Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
  • From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
  • Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
  • Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
  • Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
  • Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
  • Traction Buoy or Banana Boat Adventure: $43
  • Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
  • Mountain Bike Tour: $53
  • Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
  • From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134

Typical Entertainment Prices in Cadiz

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:


  • Cadiz Sightseeing Tour
    15

Tours and Activities in Cadiz

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:

  • 2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Cadiz : $87
  • 3 Hour Tapa and Cultural Experience Walking Tour: $120
  • 3-Hour Private Tour of Cádiz: $17
  • Audioguided Tour of Cádiz Monumental, at your pace: $4.27
  • Cádiz 2:45h Bike Tour: $38
  • Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
  • Cádiz: Cadiz Milenaria Guided Tour: $13
  • Cádiz: Guided Bike Tour: $37
  • Cádiz: Local Tapas Experience: $160
  • Cádiz: Mysteries and Legends Walking Tour with Souvenir: $25
  • Cádiz: Private Guided Tour with Flexible Route: $106
  • Cádiz: Private Sun Cruise for 2 with Aperitivo and Wine: $481

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Peniche 12
    Cadiz 28

Sample the Local Flavors in Cadiz

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:

  • Private Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Bike Rental: $107
  • Countryside Olive Oil & Wine Tasting: $128


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Peniche and Cadiz, we can see that Cadiz 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 Cadiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cadiz 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 Cadiz Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Peniche or Cadiz?

Cadiz has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Cadiz, 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 Cadiz?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Peniche or Cadiz in the Summer?

Both Cadiz and Peniche during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Cadiz in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Cadiz. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 23°C (73°F), and Cadiz fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

In Cadiz, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Peniche. In the summer, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cadiz. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cadiz receives 356 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets more rain in July than Cadiz. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Peniche 23°C (73°F) 
    Cadiz 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Peniche or Cadiz in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Cadiz. Furthermore, most visitors come to Cadiz for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Peniche is around the same temperature as Cadiz in the autumn. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Cadiz fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cadiz this time of the year. In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. Peniche usually receives less sunshine than Cadiz during autumn. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Cadiz receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Peniche usually receives more rain than Cadiz. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Peniche 19°C (66°F) 
    Cadiz 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Peniche or Cadiz in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Cadiz. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Cadiz because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Peniche is around the same temperature as Cadiz. Typically, the winter temperatures in Peniche in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Cadiz averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In the winter, Peniche often gets less sunshine than Cadiz. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cadiz receives 174 hours of full sun.

Peniche receives a lot of rain in the winter. Peniche usually gets more rain in January than Cadiz. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Peniche 12°C (53°F) 
    Cadiz 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Peniche or Cadiz in the Spring?

Both Cadiz and Peniche are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Cadiz this time of year.

In April, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Cadiz. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 16°C (60°F), and Cadiz fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Cadiz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cadiz during spring. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Cadiz receives 253 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Peniche usually receives more rain than Cadiz. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Peniche 16°C (60°F) 
    Cadiz 17°C (63°F)

Typical Weather for Cadiz and Peniche

Peniche Cadiz
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 14°C (57°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Mar 14°C (58°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 16°C (61°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 22°C (72°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 26 mm (1 in) 23°C (73°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 17°C (63°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)