Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Piriapolis?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Piriapolis or Santiago, 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.
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.
Santiago is the capital city of Chile. It is centrally located in the long and narrow country, making it a good jumping off point to explore everywhere else. It's convenient location means that you can go skiing in the Andes one day, and hang out at the beach the next.
Santiago has a cool semi-arid climate that is similar to Mediterranean climates. The summers, which are between November and March, are warm and dry. The temperatures climb to around 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters, between June and August, are humid with cold mornings. The daily highs are around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the lows stay a few degrees above freezing. Rain is more common in the winter months and the dry season is between December and March.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Piriapolis is $66, while the average daily cost in Santiago is $141. 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 Santiago in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Piriapolis and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Piriapolis much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Piriapolis would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Piriapolis 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 Santiago would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santiago than you might in Piriapolis.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Piriapolis Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 610 times larger than the population of Piriapolis. When comparing the sizes of Piriapolis and Santiago, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Piriapolis and Santiago.
In January, Piriapolis is generally around the same temperature as Santiago. Daily temperatures in Piriapolis average around 23°C (73°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In January, Piriapolis usually receives more rain than Santiago. Piriapolis gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Piriapolis as well as Santiago.
Piriapolis is a little warmer than Santiago in the autumn. The daily temperature in Piriapolis averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Piriapolis usually gets more rain in April than Santiago. Piriapolis gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santiago and Piriapolis are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Piriapolis is a little warmer than Santiago. Typically, the winter temperatures in Piriapolis in July average around 10°C (50°F), and Santiago averages at about 9°C (48°F).
In July, Piriapolis usually receives more rain than Santiago. Piriapolis gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Santiago and Piriapolis during the spring are popular places to visit.
In October, Piriapolis is generally around the same temperature as Santiago. Daily temperatures in Piriapolis average around 16°C (61°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Piriapolis usually gets more rain in October than Santiago. Piriapolis gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Piriapolis | Santiago | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 23°C (73°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 14°C (57°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 10°C (50°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 11°C (52°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |