A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pisa vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pisa or Costa Teguise?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Pisa or Costa Teguise? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Pisa or Costa Teguise?

Pisa

Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Pisa?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Pisa is €120, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is €154. 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 Pisa and Costa Teguise in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pisa 60
    Costa Teguise 84
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pisa 120
    Costa Teguise 168
Compare Hotels in Pisa and Costa Teguise

Looking for a hotel in Pisa or Costa Teguise? 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 Pisa


Hotels in Costa Teguise


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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: Pisa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pisa 11
    Costa Teguise 42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa

Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Florence: Round-trip Transfer to Pisa & Cinque Terre: $1,230
  • Florence: Private Transfer from Pisa Airport (PSA): $396
  • Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence City centre: $291
  • Transfer from Pisa to Siena with stop in San Gimignano for lunch: $273
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Fiesole: $264
  • Private Sightseeing Transfer from Pisa to Florence: $245
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Firenze: $240
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Volterra: $229
  • Private Transfer From Pisa To Florence, English Speaking Driver: $209
  • Departure Private Transfer from Pisa to La Spezia by car or van: $203
  • Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence Hotels: $202
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lucca: $196

Is it cheaper to fly into Pisa or Costa Teguise?

Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Pisa 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
    Pisa 50
    Costa Teguise 41
Typical Food Prices in Pisa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:


  • Dinner
    75

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa

For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Chianni: wine and oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $39
  • Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $75
  • Private Home-Made Pasta Cooking Class in Pisa.: $93
  • Dining experience at a local's home in Pontedera with cooking demo: $93
  • Pisa Food Tour: $95
  • Pisa Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $101
  • Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $155
  • Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Pisa: $158
  • Authentic Italian Food Tour in Pisa: $521

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pisa 20
    Costa Teguise 30

Tours and Activities in Pisa

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

  • Skip-the-Line Best of Pisa and Leaning Tower Guided Tour for Kids and Families: $273
  • 2-Day Tour: Pisa, Cinque Terre & Tuscany: $320
  • 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Pisa Off The Beaten Path: $27
  • Adventure in Pisa + Tower Admission: $182
  • Best of Pisa Guided Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Entry Ticket: $53
  • Best of Small group tour with admission tickets: $57
  • Bocelli Chianti Hills E-Bike Guided Tour + Wine Food Tasting: $157
  • Carrara Marble Quarries Tour by Land Rover: $82
  • Carrara Marble Quarry Tour with Food Tasting: $97
  • Carrara: Exclusive Marble Cave Tour Adventure in a 4x4: $82
  • Cinque Terre tour in Small Group from Pisa: $184
  • Discovering Pisa in Christmas Time – Walking Tour: $443

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pisa -
    Costa Teguise 9.29

Sample the Local Flavors in Pisa

Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Cathedral Guided Tour & Wine Tasting & Optional Tower: $48
  • Pisa guided tour and Wine tasting with Leaning Tower ticket (option): $50
  • Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Local Food Pairing: $75
  • From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $90
  • Chianti Half-day Wine Tour in the Tuscan's Hills from Pisa: $97
  • Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $99
  • Tuscan Wine Tour in Pisa by shuttle: $163
  • Pisa & Lucca with wine Tasting and Lunch from Livorno: $663


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pisa and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Pisa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pisa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pisa 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Pisa.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pisa Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pisa or Costa Teguise?

Pisa has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Pisa and Costa Teguise, 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 Pisa or Costa Teguise?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Pisa or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

Both Costa Teguise and Pisa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Pisa because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Pisa is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pisa in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pisa. Pisa usually receives more sunshine than Costa Teguise during summer. Pisa gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Pisa usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Pisa 23°C (73°F) 
    Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Pisa or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

Both Costa Teguise and Pisa during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.

In October, Pisa is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Pisa average around 17°C (63°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Pisa often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pisa. Pisa usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Pisa 17°C (63°F) 
    Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Pisa or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pisa and Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Pisa for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Pisa is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Pisa averages around 7°C (45°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. Pisa usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during winter. Pisa gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Pisa usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Pisa 7°C (45°F) 
    Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Pisa or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Pisa as well as Costa Teguise. Many visitors come to Pisa in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Pisa is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pisa in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. In the spring, Pisa often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.

Pisa receives a lot of rain in the spring. Pisa usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Pisa gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Pisa 13°C (55°F) 
    Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Pisa

Pisa Costa Teguise
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
May 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 20°C (68°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 50 mm (2 in) 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 21°C (70°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 17°C (63°F) 150 mm (5.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 11°C (52°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 18°C (64°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)