Should you visit Portofino or Bari?
Should I visit Portofino or Bari? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Portofino
Located on the Italian Riviera coastline just southeast of Genoa, Portofino is known first and foremost as a resort town and popular yachting destination. The half-moon village sits in pastels, curving into a beautiful harbor of fishing boats and luxury yachts. A castle on a hill overlooks it all, while shops, restaurants, cafes, and luxury hotels make up the spread down below. Portofino also has opportunities for hiking, diving, and boating.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city. Despite this, Bari is on the list of Southern Italy's best off the beaten path locations, and is a must-see for everyone - even though it doesn't get as many visitors as Italy's more popular destinations.
Which city is cheaper, Bari or Portofino?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Portofino is €261, while the average daily cost in Bari is €91. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Portofino and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €152. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Portofino the cost is €304 on average.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Bari, €118 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Bari, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is €59, such as in a hostel.
Food
In Portofino travelers spend around €94 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
Food in Bari costs travelers about €26 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
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Food
Meals for one day
Portofino €94
Bari €26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portofino
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portofino.
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Private cooking class at the old mill in Portofino:
$261
Typical Food prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Private Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw:
$70
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Bari Rickshaw and Street Food Tour:
$70
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Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour:
$76
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Traditional Italian pasta Hands-on cooking class:
$86
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Hands on home made Panzerotti cooking class in Bari:
$97
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Dining experience at a Cesarina's home in Bari with show cooking:
$106
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Small-group Street food tour in Bari:
$111
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Private Cooking class in a Local Apulian Masseria:
$135
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Private Tour: Pane and Pomodoro Beach Excursion plus Cooking Class with Lunch:
$160
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Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Bari:
$162
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Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
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Private cooking class at a local's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Portofino is €18 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Bari's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €9.18 per person, per day on transportation in Bari.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portofino
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portofino:
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Private Transfer from Portofino to Rimini (RMI) Airport:
$1,512
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Private Transfer from Portofino to Firenze (FLR) Airport:
$952
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Portofino - Genoa Airport (GOA) / Private Departure Car Transfer:
$100
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Portofino – Genoa / Private Car Transfer:
$100
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Portofino - Genoa Airport (GOA) / Private Departure Car Transfer:
$56
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Portofino – Genoa / Private Van Transfer:
$56
Typical Local Transportation prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Bari Private Transfer: Cruise Port or central rail station to Hotel:
$37
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Bari Private Transfer: City to Cruise Port or central rail station:
$37
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel in Bari city to Bari Airport:
$45
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Private Arrival Transfer: Bari Airport to Bari city Hotel:
$45
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Departure Private Transfer Bari City to Bari BRI Airport by Business Car or Van:
$52
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Bari Area:
$56
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Private Airport to Matera Transfer:
$68
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Private transfer from Bari to Polignano or vice versa:
$76
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Brindisi Area:
$82
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Private transfer from Bari to Matera or vice versa:
$82
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Private transfer from Bari to Alberobello or vice versa:
$87
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Matera:
$100
Is it cheaper to fly into Portofino or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and Portofino 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.
Entertainment
Portofino's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €22 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Bari can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €6.89 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Portofino
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portofino are as follows:
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1-Hour Snorkeling Tour in Paraggi Bay, Portofino:
$39
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Easy Kayak Tour to Portofino:
$51
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Half-Day Private Hike Adventure to Portofino and San Fruttuoso:
$235
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Paddle Boarding Experience in Portofino:
$61
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Portofino Kayak Tour:
$60
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Portofino Private Walking Tour:
$230
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Portofino Stand Up Paddleboard Experience:
$51
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Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure Small Group Tour with Local Dirver:
$235
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Portofino private boat tour:
$1,058
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Sea Kayak Tour with Sit-In Kayaks:
$86
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SUP Adventure in Portofino, Stand Up Paddling in the Park:
$86
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Snorkel Tour in Paraggi Bay:
$44
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
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Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
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Bari Walking City Tour:
$19
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BARI special city tour:
$25
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Bari Walking tour:
$28
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Bari Bike Tour:
$32
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Bari Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$38
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1 Hour Bari Electric Scooter Guided Tour:
$40
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Private Bari Shopping and Sightseeing Tour:
$41
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Bari Segway Tour:
$50
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Walking tour Bari with Focaccia tasting:
$50
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Secret Bar Breakfast Experience:
$50
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Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Experience:
$54
Alcohol
The average person spends about €13 on alcoholic beverages in Portofino per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Bari, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €10.
Typical Alcohol prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
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Private guide Altamura with a visit to the wine museum and wine tasting:
$106
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Private Tour: Trulli of Alberobello plus Wine Tasting:
$253
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Trani, Wine Tasting, and Castel Del Monte tour from Bari or Ostuni:
$325
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Portofino and Bari, we can see that Portofino is more expensive. And not only is Bari much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bari would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bari 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 Portofino would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Portofino than you might in Bari.
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