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

Should you visit Peniche or Messina?

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

Where Should I go: Peniche or Messina?

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.

Messina

Messina is a city in the northwest area of Sicily. There are only five kilometers across the Straits of Messina to the Calabria region of mainland Italy. You can reach Messina by boats which travel every hour from the town of Villa San Giovanni in mainland Italy. There are also a couple of hydrofoils that make the trip every day from Reggio di Calabria. During the summer season don't be surprised to see cruise ships arriving with crowds of tourists. They are usually docked right downtown and are therefore hard to miss. Messina is also connected to mainland Italy by train, which are transported across the Straits of Messina by ferry.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Messina 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 Messina is €118. 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 Messina in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Peniche 50
    Messina 65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Peniche 100
    Messina 130
Compare Hotels in Peniche and Messina

Looking for a hotel in Peniche or Messina? 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 Messina


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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 Messina Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Peniche 53
    Messina 22

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 Messina

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Messina:

  • From Private Air-Conditioned Transfer to Taormina: $99

Is it cheaper to fly into Peniche or Messina?

Prices for flights to both Messina 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
    Messina 37

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Messina

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

  • Private Home Cooking Demo with a Four-Course Meal: $112
  • Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Messina: $115
  • Market Tour & Lunch/Dinner at a Cesarina's Home: $149
  • Messina Private Home Cooking Class: $155
  • Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Messina: $158
  • Market Tour, Private Home Cooking Class and Dinner: $202

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Peniche 19
    Messina 21

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 Messina

Here are a few actual costs in Messina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion: $120
  • Messina Taormina: cultural heritage experience: $85
  • 2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour: $46
  • 2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Messina: $271
  • 3-Hour Messina Segway PT Authorized Tour: $118
  • Alfotour 2/3 hour tour with swimming stop: $32
  • Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Messina: $152
  • Etna Alcantara tour: the majestic lava landscape : $126
  • Etna Taormina and Castelmola The best excursion for cruise passengers from Messina: $208
  • Etna and Taormina Private Tour from Giardini Naxos: $240
  • From Private Guided Day Tour of Savoca and Taormina: $642
  • From Private Tour of Etna & Taormina with Pickup: $684

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Peniche 12
    Messina 18


When comparing the travel costs between Peniche and Messina, 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 Peniche Expensive? and Is Messina Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Peniche or Messina?

Messina has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Messina, 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 Messina?

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 Messina in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Messina. Additionally, many visitors come to Messina in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Peniche is generally cooler than Messina. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 23°C (73°F), and Messina fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Messina. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Peniche this time of the year. In the summer, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Messina. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Messina receives 332 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets less rain in July than Messina. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Messina receives 19 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Peniche 23°C (73°F) 
    Messina 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Peniche or Messina in the Autumn?

Both Messina and Peniche are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Messina for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

Peniche is around the same temperature as Messina in the autumn. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Messina fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Messina during autumn. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Messina receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Messina. In October, Peniche usually receives less rain than Messina. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Messina receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Peniche 19°C (66°F) 
    Messina 21°C (69°F)

Should I visit Peniche or Messina in the Winter?

Both Messina and Peniche during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Messina because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

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

In the winter, Peniche often gets more sunshine than Messina. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Messina receives 115 hours of full sun.

Messina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Messina. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Messina receives 113 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


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

Should I visit Peniche or Messina in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Messina. Also, the beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Messina this time of year.

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

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Messina this time of the year. In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Messina during spring. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Messina receives 207 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Peniche usually receives around the same amount of rain as Messina. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Messina receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Peniche 16°C (60°F) 
    Messina 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Messina and Peniche

Peniche Messina
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 113 mm (4.5 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 14°C (58°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 16°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (67°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 24°C (74°F) 14 mm (0.5 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 27°C (80°F) 19 mm (0.8 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 27°C (81°F) 24 mm (1 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 26 mm (1 in) 25°C (76°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 21°C (69°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 17°C (62°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)