Which place is cheaper, Veracruz or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Salvador or Veracruz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Veracruz, 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: Salvador or Veracruz?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $51Veracruz $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $51, while the average daily cost in Veracruz is $143. 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 Salvador and Veracruz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $23Veracruz $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $46Veracruz $98
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Veracruz
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Veracruz? 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Veracruz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $5.78Veracruz $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Transfers between Salvador and Barra Grande Maraú: $272
- Private Transfer from/to Salvador Airport From/to Grand Palladium Imbassai: $180
- Private Transfer to/from Sauipe Resort By Minivan one way: $180
- Transfer in Salvador: $172
- Transfer: Salvador to/from Boipeba Island: $146
- Costa de Sauipe Transfer - Private Executive Van: $135
- Private Transfer from Salvador Airport: $132
- Private Transfer from Salvador Airport to Hotel by Minivan: $130
- Transfer Grand Palladium - Private Executive Van: $126
- Transfer Iberostar Bahia / Praia do Forte Private Executive Van: $115
- Salvador Airport SSA to Praia do Forte-RoundTrip Private Transfer: $110
- Salvador de Bahia: Private Round-Trip Airport–Hotel Transfer: $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Private Transfer to Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $37
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Veracruz?
Prices for flights to both Veracruz and Salvador 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 daySalvador $21Veracruz $78
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- Bahia Noite - Folkloric Show and Dinner, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $68
- Cooking class in Salvador, an authentic dinning experience: $85
- Folklore Tour with Buffet Dinner: $91
- Hands-On Bahian Cooking Class with Caipirinhas in Salvador: $95
- Bahia Noite - Folklore and Dinner Show, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $95
- Folk Show - Bahia Night (Dinner Included) by Salvador Receptivo: $110
- Private Bahian Cooking Class - An Amazing Experience!: $140
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $146
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $170
- Authentic Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $175
- Culinary Afro-Brazilian Delights & Churrascaria dinner.: $179
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.45Veracruz $13
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela: $140
- "Memories of Salvador" a 6 hour city tour thru times : $143
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian: $110
- Afro Tour Walking - Walking : $39
- Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador: $146
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Basílica do Senhor do Bonfim Salvador Private Walking Tour: $90
- Brazil Tropical Fruit Tour in Salvador local farmer's market: $49
- Brazilian Tasting experience Amazing Foods of Salvador da Bahia: $75
- Cachoeira Countryside Flavor Private Tour from Salvador: $190
- City Tour in Salvador - Half Day: $19
- City Tour in Salvador to meet Brazil’s first capital: $174
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- Panoramic Sightseeing Bus City Tour of Veracruz: $8.00
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $23
- Mandinga And Boat Trip Tour: $24
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $25
- San Juan De Ulua Tour: $26
- Veracruz City Tour with San Juan de Ulúa and Mandinga Boat: $46
- Live a Kayak Experience: $85
- Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán: $87
- Full Day Tour to Alvarado and Tlacotalpan from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $92
- Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation: $92
- Tour with Certified Guide to Xalapa, Xico and Coatepec: $95
- Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec: $98
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.17Veracruz $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.31
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Drinks$2.63
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Veracruz, we can see that Veracruz is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salvador is in South America and Veracruz is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Veracruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Veracruz than you might in Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Veracruz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Veracruz?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Veracruz. When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Veracruz, 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 Salvador or Veracruz?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Salvador is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Veracruz has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Salvador or Veracruz in the Summer?
Both Veracruz and Salvador during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Salvador for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In January, Salvador is generally around the same temperature as Veracruzin July. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 27°C (81°F), and Veracruz fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In Veracruz, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Salvador. In the summer, Salvador often gets more sunshine than Veracruzin July. Salvador gets 246 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Veracruz receives 208 hours of full sun.
Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually gets less rain in January than Veracruzin July. Salvador gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year. September to February is the dry season in Salvador. March to August is the rainy season in Salvador.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySalvador 27°C (81°F)Veracruz 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Veracruz in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Veracruz. The autumn months attract visitors to Salvador because of the shopping scene.
Salvador is around the same temperature as Veracruz in the autumn. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Veracruz fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in October.
Salvador usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Veracruz during autumn. Salvador gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Veracruz receives 188 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Veracruz receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Salvador usually receives more rain than Veracruzin October. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSalvador 26°C (80°F)Veracruz 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Veracruz in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Veracruz. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Salvador this time of year.
In the winter, Salvador is a little warmer than Veracruz. Typically, the winter temperatures in Salvador in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Veracruz averages at about 21°C (71°F)in January.
In the winter, Salvador often gets more sunshine than Veracruzin January. Salvador gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Veracruz receives 156 hours of full sun.
Salvador receives a lot of rain in the winter. Salvador usually gets more rain in July than Veracruzin January. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, September to February in Salvador is the dry season. March to August in Salvador is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySalvador 24°C (75°F)Veracruz 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Veracruz in the Spring?
Both Veracruz and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Salvador for the beaches.
In October, Salvador is generally around the same temperature as Veracruzin April. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 26°C (78°F), and Veracruz fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Veracruz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually receives more sunshine than Veracruz during spring. Salvador gets 228 hours of sunny skies, while Veracruz receives 203 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Salvador. In October, Salvador usually receives more rain than Veracruzin April. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSalvador 26°C (78°F)Veracruz 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Veracruz and Salvador
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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