Should you visit Recife or Foz do Iguacu?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Recife and Foz do Iguacu can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Recife
One of the largest cities on Brazil's northeast coast, Recife is also the capital of the state of Pernambuco. The city gets its name from the Portuguese word for "reef," as it was built around a landscape of natural reef beaches. Many people visit to enjoy these beaches, experience the culture, and explore the history of this important Brazilian city.
Foz do Iguacu
Foz do Iguacu is a larger city in Brazil that is most famous for the Iguacu Falls. The city serves as an entry point for Paraguay and Argentina as well. The obvious reason to visit the city is to see the beautiful falls, and together with Ciudad del Este, Paraguay and Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, it makes up one of the largest tourism sights in South America.
Which city is cheaper, Foz do Iguacu or Recife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Recife is $127, while the average daily cost in Foz do Iguacu is $50. 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 Recife and Foz do Iguacu in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Recife is $134. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Foz do Iguacu is $44. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
In Recife travelers spend around $54 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 Foz do Iguacu costs travelers about $17 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
Recife $54
Foz do Iguacu $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Foz do Iguacu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Foz do Iguacu.
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Churrascaria Rafain - Show And Dinner:
$50
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Dinner and Show at Rafain Churrascaria with round trip transfer included:
$52
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Argentinian Ice Bar, Wine and Dinner Experience:
$79
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Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu:
$88
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Dinner Show - Rafain Steakhouse:
$110
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Recife is $6.46 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.
The average price of local transportation around Foz do Iguacu is $10 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.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Recife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Recife:
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Arrival Private Transfer: Recife Airport REC to Porto de Galinhas by Minivan:
$166
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Arrival Private Transfer: Recife Airport REC to Porto de Galinhas by Sedan Car:
$55
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to João Pessoa:
$109
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Maceió:
$256
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Maragogi Hotels:
$100
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to Praia da Pipa:
$192
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Arrival Transfer from Airport of Recife to São Miguel dos Milagres:
$160
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Boa Viagem Pina or Piedade:
$20
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Cabo de Santo Agostinho:
$30
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Olinda:
$40
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas - Muro Alto or Serrambi:
$40
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Arrival Transfer from Recife Airport to Praia dos Carneiros:
$80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Foz do Iguacu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Foz do Iguacu:
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Transfer Paraguay Shopping (CDE):
$9.00
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Foz do Iguaçu Airport Shared Transfer:
$14
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Foz do Iguaçu Airport Private Transfer:
$23
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Foz do Iguaçu Round-Trip Airport Transfer:
$35
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Private Airport Transfer: Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Iguazu:
$42
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Bird Park Tickets with Round Trip Transfer Included:
$45
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Private Transfer: Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU) to Foz do Iguacu:
$56
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Private Transfer: Foz do Iguacu to Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU):
$56
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Iguazu: Transfer from Brazil Side:
$59
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Shared Roundtrip Transfers with Brazilian and Argentinian sides:
$90
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Iguazu Falls Panoramic Helicopter Flight With Optional Transfers:
$225
Is it cheaper to fly into Recife or Foz do Iguacu?
Prices for flights to both Foz do Iguacu and Recife 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
Recife's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $8.58 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.
Foz do Iguacu's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $19 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.
Tours and Activities in Recife
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Recife are as follows:
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Recife and Olinda City Tour:
$26
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City Tour Olinda And Recife Antigo:
$26
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Cultutal Tour in Recife with Ricardo Brennand Institute:
$26
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Recife Tour By Night:
$27
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Day Trip to Igarassu and Itamaracá Island Tour from Recife:
$29
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Recife & Olinda Tour in Spanish & Portuguese, English Option:
$29
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Recife Culture Tour Including Ricardo Brennand Institute:
$37
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Igarassu And Itamaraca Island Tour:
$38
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Recife Boat Tour:
$38
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Recife 1-Day Tour to Porto Galinhas:
$39
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Carneiros Beach Day Tour:
$40
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Maragogi Beach Tour from Recife:
$43
Tours and Activities in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few actual costs in Foz do Iguacu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Shopping Tour In Ciudad Del Este:
$9.00
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Iguazú Casino Tour:
$10
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Foz Do Iguaçu City Tour:
$14
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By Night Puerto Iguazu - Small Group or Private tour:
$14
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Small-Group Walking Tour of Iguazu Falls in Brazil:
$16
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Tour to Iguassu Falls Brazilian side:
$18
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Bird Park Admission Ticket:
$20
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Dreams Ice Bar Tickets:
$21
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Bird Park Tour:
$21
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Iguassu Falls Shopping Tour:
$23
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Small-Group Walking Tour of Iguazu Falls in Argentina:
$24
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Itaipu Dam Half-Day Sightseeing Panoramic Tour from Foz do Iguaçu:
$25
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Foz do Iguacu may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $9.10 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typical Alcohol prices in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Foz do Iguacu from other travelers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Recife and Foz do Iguacu, we can see that Recife is more expensive. And not only is Foz do Iguacu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Foz do Iguacu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Foz do Iguacu 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 Recife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Recife than you might in Foz do Iguacu.
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