Which place is cheaper, Florence or Santander?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santander or Florence?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Santander and Florence can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Santander or Florence?
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantander €108Florence €154
The average daily cost (per person) in Santander is €108, while the average daily cost in Florence 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 Santander and Florence in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantander €51Florence €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantander €102Florence €174
Compare Hotels in Santander and Florence
Looking for a hotel in Santander or Florence? 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: Santander Hotel Prices and Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santander €24Florence €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $252
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $44
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $44
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€25
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In City Parking (Full Day)€30
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Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
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Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Florence to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
- Private One-way Airport Transfer (Florence Airport To/From Florence Hotels): $65
- Private Transfer from Florence to Milan: $216
- Arrival Private Transfer Florence Station SMN to Florence City by Sedan or Van: $60
- Chianti Wine Tastings and Visit to 3 Cellars with Lunch&Transfer: $234
- Departure Private Transfer Florence City to Florence Station SMN by Sedan or Van: $60
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Montecatini Terme - RoundTrip Transfer: $183
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Siena or Sovicille - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $209
- Florence Airport (FLR): One-Way/Roundtrip Private Transfer: $314
- Florence Airport Private Departure Transfer: $48
- Florence Airport Transfers : Airport FLR to Florence City in Luxury Van: $202
- Florence Airport Transfers : Florence City to Airport FLR in Business Car: $177
Is it cheaper to fly into Santander or Florence?
Prices for flights to both Florence and Santander 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 daySantander €41Florence €36
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich€6.50
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Street Food Tour: Market & City Center: $23
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
- Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
- Street Food Tour with Local Expert Guide: $41
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $41
- Food Tour in Santo Spirito: $47
- Walking Food Tour at Sunset with Tastings: $47
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $61
- Pasta Cooking Experience in Florence: $62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santander €18Florence €30
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- From Cantabria Private Tour: $492
- From Gastronomic Tour: $128
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $55
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Gastronomy tour: $120
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- Picos de Europa and Potes Guided Tour from Santander : $84
- Private Puente Viesgo Caves Full-Day Tour from Santander: $213
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi€11
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
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Firenze Card (for Two)€100
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee€7.00
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- The Best tour in Renaissance and Medici Tales: $0.02
- Renaissance and Medici Tales Guided Walking Tour: $2.67
- Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $2.67
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- The Best tour in Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER: $3.26
- Sunset Walking Tour: $3.27
- Private Tour to the Laboratory of Artistic Ceramics in Tuscany: $3.27
- Smartphone self guided Tour: $4.27
- Florence Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.50
- The Towers of Florence Self-Guided Tour: $4.60
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Florence: $5.44
- Uffizi Gallery Highlights Audio Guide (Ticket NOT included): $5.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantander €14Florence €18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti€4.20
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Bottle of Wine€7.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $16
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
- Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $28
- 3 Types Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $29
- From Florence to Chianti Rufina: Wine Tasting Experience: $32
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
- Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33
- Three Types of Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $37
- Wine Tasting and Paring Class Guided Tour in Florence: $42
- Chianti Wine Tour: Tuscan Reds : $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santander and Florence, we can see that Florence is more expensive. And not only is Santander much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santander would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santander 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 Florence would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florence than you might in Santander.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santander Expensive? and Is Florence Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santander or Florence?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Santander and Florence, 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 Santander or Florence?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Santander or Florence in the Summer?
Both Florence and Santander during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Santander is generally cooler than Florence. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 19°C (66°F), and Florence fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In Florence, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Santander. In the summer, Santander often gets less sunshine than Florence. Santander gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun.
Santander usually gets more rain in July than Florence. Santander gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySantander 19°C (66°F)Florence 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Santander or Florence in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Santander and Florence. Also, many visitors come to Florence in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Santander is around the same temperature as Florence in the autumn. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 16°C (60°F) in October, and Florence fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Florence during autumn. Santander gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Santander usually receives more rain than Florence. Santander gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSantander 16°C (60°F)Florence 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Santander or Florence in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Santander as well as Florence. Also, most visitors come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Santander is a little warmer than Florence. Typically, the winter temperatures in Santander in January average around 9°C (49°F), and Florence averages at about 7°C (45°F).
In the winter, Santander often gets less sunshine than Florence. Santander gets 91 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 105 hours of full sun.
Santander receives a lot of rain in the winter. Santander usually gets more rain in January than Florence. Santander gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySantander 9°C (49°F)Florence 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Santander or Florence in the Spring?
Both Florence and Santander are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Florence because of the natural beauty.
In April, Santander is generally cooler than Florence. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 12°C (53°F), and Florence fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Florence during spring. Santander gets 148 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Santander. In April, Santander usually receives more rain than Florence. Santander gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSantander 12°C (53°F)Florence 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Florence and Santander
| Santander | Florence | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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