Which place is cheaper, Curitiba or Piriapolis?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Piriapolis or Curitiba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Piriapolis or Curitiba, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Piriapolis or Curitiba?
Piriapolis
Piriapolis is a small beach town between Montevideo and Punta del Este in Uruguay. It is a more laid back version of Punta del Este with fewer fancy restaurants and clubs but it has perhaps more charm, with its grand old hotel and beachfront promenade backed by small mountains. The rather old-school coastal resort is vaguely reminiscent of a Mediterranean beach town.
Curitiba
Curitiba is a relatively large city that is convenient to visit if you're traveling to Iguazu Falls from either Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. It is worth a day or two stop over because it has a great old city that has been restored. It's also the capital of Parana, Brazil. Curitiba is one of the more wealthy cities in the southern region of Brazil. It has a diverse population with many immigrants and some interesting cultural events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, and The Best Budget Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPiriapolis $67Curitiba $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Piriapolis is $67, while the average daily cost in Curitiba is $73. 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 Piriapolis and Curitiba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPiriapolis $27Curitiba $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPiriapolis $54Curitiba $60
Compare Hotels in Piriapolis and Curitiba
Looking for a hotel in Piriapolis or Curitiba? 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: Piriapolis Hotel Prices and Curitiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Piriapolis $31Curitiba $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Curitiba:
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Taxi Ride$1.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Curitiba
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $87
- Afonso Pena Airport CWB to Beach Resorts : Arrival Transfer: $43
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Downtown - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Curitiba Airport CWB to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $16
- Curitiba Airport PrivateTransfers Round Trip or One Way: $109
- Curitiba to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB)- Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port : $75
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $35
- Shared Transfer: Curitiba International Airport: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Piriapolis or Curitiba?
Prices for flights to both Curitiba and Piriapolis 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 dayPiriapolis $23Curitiba $28
Typical Food Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
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Chips$0.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Curitiba
For Curitiba, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bar-hopping and Food Tour in Curitiba: $30
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $76
- Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Piriapolis $5.89Curitiba $19
Tours and Activities in Curitiba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
- Ticket MAI - Museum of Indigenous Art - Curitiba: $4.83
- Walking tour from past to present: $12
- Arte Bike Tour - Bike Tour with Kuritbike: $24
- Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $31
- Historic City Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $40
- Private City Tour - Top Postcards from Curitiba by Pinheiro Turismo: $40
- Interparks Cycling Tour Curitiba for small groups: $49
- Curitiba City Tour: $58
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Curitiba City: $69
- A private city tour: $70
- CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $71
- Full-day tour in Curitiba: $77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPiriapolis $8.11Curitiba $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Curitiba
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Curitiba:
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Beer$0.44
When comparing the travel costs between Piriapolis and Curitiba, we can see that Curitiba 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 South America, 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 Piriapolis Expensive? and Is Curitiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Piriapolis or Curitiba?
Curitiba has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Piriapolis. When comparing the sizes of Piriapolis and Curitiba, 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.