Which place is cheaper, Caltagirone or Peniche?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Peniche or Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Peniche or Caltagirone?
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.
Caltagirone
Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPeniche €122Caltagirone €95
The average daily cost (per person) in Peniche is €122, while the average daily cost in Caltagirone is €95. 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 Caltagirone in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPeniche €50Caltagirone €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPeniche €100Caltagirone €118
Compare Hotels in Peniche and Caltagirone
Looking for a hotel in Peniche or Caltagirone? 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: Peniche Hotel Prices and Caltagirone Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Peniche €53Caltagirone €8.57
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 Caltagirone
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Noto: $299
- Private Transfer from Noto to Catania (CTA) Airport: $299
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to La Via Lattea: $298
- Transfer Tour from Taormina to Palermo with a stop in Cefalù: $290
- Private Transfer from Santo Stefano di Camastra to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $284
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Birgi Airport: $282
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Erice: $273
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Castelbuono: $248
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Sciacca: $248
- Private Transfer from Sciacca to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $248
- Private Transfer from Ortigia to Catania (CTA) Airport: $236
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Ortigia: $236
Is it cheaper to fly into Peniche or Caltagirone?
Prices for flights to both Caltagirone 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
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Food Meals for one dayPeniche €41Caltagirone €31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Caltagirone
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.
- Palermo Street Food Tour including Market and City Centre: $21
- Palermo Street Food tour: art, history and ancient markets: $49
- Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo: $49
- Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania: $53
- Catania Patisserie Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $60
- Classic Palermo Street Food Tour: $60
- Dinner in the Madonie Mountains : $65
- Catania Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $67
- Palermo Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $69
- Vegan Street Food Tour: $71
- Street Food Tour in Ortigia Syracuse: $75
- Italian Bread and Pizza Making Experience in Palermo: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Peniche €19Caltagirone €5.71
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
Tours and Activities in Caltagirone
Here are a few actual costs in Caltagirone for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Boat Tour in Syracuse with Aperitif 1 hour and a half: $55
- Daily Boat Tour to the Egadi Islands: $76
- Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $43
- Taormina Sunset Tour with Aperitif on Roof-Top Terrace: $153
- 1 hour Calessino Tour in Syracuse: $131
- 2 Hour Private Tour to Agrigento Valley of the Temples: $206
- 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
- 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $37
- 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
- 2-hour private tour of Ortigia by bike: $115
- 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Archaeological Park of Neàpolis and Ortigia: $136
- 3 hours in Syracuse Boat Tour and Tuk tuk Tourist Tour: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPeniche €12Caltagirone €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:
- Organic wine tasting at our historic cantina: $33
- Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $35
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $37
- Marsala wine tasting in historic winery: $38
- Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $41
- Wine Tasting Experience Etna Nord: $41
- Wine Tasting in Panoramic Winery on Mount Etna: $41
- From Marzamemi: 2-Hour Authentic Wine Tasting in Val di Noto: $48
- Natural wine tasting in Palermo: $49
- Wine tasting of the Mazara del Vallo nature reserve: $49
- Wine tasting on the southern slope of Etna: $51
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Peniche and Caltagirone, we can see that Peniche is more expensive. And not only is Caltagirone much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caltagirone would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caltagirone 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 Peniche would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Peniche than you might in Caltagirone.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Peniche Expensive? and Is Caltagirone Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Peniche or Caltagirone?
Caltagirone has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Caltagirone, 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 Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Caltagirone. Additionally, many visitors come to Caltagirone in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Peniche is cooler than Caltagirone. Typically, the summer temperatures in Peniche in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caltagirone. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Peniche this time of the year. In the summer, Peniche often gets more sunshine than Caltagirone. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 325 hours of full sun.
Peniche usually gets more rain in July than Caltagirone. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPeniche 23°C (73°F)Caltagirone 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Caltagirone in the Autumn?
Both Caltagirone and Peniche are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Caltagirone for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 19°C (66°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during autumn. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Peniche usually receives around the same amount of rain as Caltagirone. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPeniche 19°C (66°F)Caltagirone 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Caltagirone in the Winter?
Both Caltagirone and Peniche during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Caltagirone because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Peniche is a little warmer than Caltagirone in the winter. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In the winter, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Caltagirone. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 153 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually gets more rain in January than Caltagirone. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPeniche 12°C (53°F)Caltagirone 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Caltagirone in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Caltagirone. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Caltagirone this time of year.
In the spring, Peniche is around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Typically, the spring temperatures in Peniche in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during spring. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Peniche usually receives more rain than Caltagirone. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPeniche 16°C (60°F)Caltagirone 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Caltagirone and Peniche
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
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