Which place is cheaper, Amsterdam or Setubal?
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 Setubal or Amsterdam?
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 Setubal and Amsterdam can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Amsterdam?
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. While it is most famous for its canals that cross and weave around the city, it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The historical architecture, scenic bridges, and energetic cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €149Amsterdam €211
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, while the average daily cost in Amsterdam is €211. 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 Setubal and Amsterdam in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Amsterdam €102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Amsterdam €204
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Amsterdam
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Amsterdam? 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: Setubal Hotel Prices and Amsterdam Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Amsterdam €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $23
- Comporta Melides Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $151
- Serra da Arrabida Natural Park E Bike Tour with Transfers: $183
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $54
- Transfer From Évora to Lisbon: $143
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $97
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram€3.20
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Renting a Bike€15
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One Hour Canal Cruise€10
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Single Day Transit Pass€2.60
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport€3.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- From Private Transfer to Efteling Theme Park: $465
- Rotterdam: Private transfer to/from Schiphol Airport: $337
- 1-23 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Airport Amsterdam to Den Haag: $286
- Private taxi transfer from Amsterdam to Giethoorn: $267
- Private transfer: Amsterdam>Rotterdam, 2h stop at De Haar Castle: $264
- Private Car Round-trip Transfer Amsterdam to Keukenhof Tulips: $257
- Round-Trip Transfer: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam City by Luxury Car: $257
- Private transfer Amsterdam to Rotterdam with 2h Stop in Gouda: $256
- Amsterdam to Rotterdam Private Sightseeing Transfer via Delft: $255
- Private transfer from Amsterdam to Rotterdam, 2h Stop in Leiden: $251
- Amsterdam Airport (AMS): Transfer to Amsterdam Cruise Port: $251
- Amsterdam & Schiphol Airport to Eindhoven Private Transfer: $236
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Amsterdam?
Prices for flights to both Amsterdam and Setubal 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 daySetubal €60Amsterdam €80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Setubal
For Setubal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Evora Cooking Class & Wine Pairings in Fatima’s Home: $220
- Lisbon Getaway: Private Arrábida Wine & Food Tour: $228
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea€6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Romantic Dinner or Lunch in the Dark Amsterdam: $48
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket & VIP Dinner at Hard Rock Café: $58
- Top 10 Tastes of Guided Walking Food Tour: $70
- Amsterdam Walking Food Tour with 6 Tastings and Drink: $73
- Amsterdam : Guided Cultural Food Tour: $80
- Amsterdam Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $86
- Amsterdam Food Tour: Authentic Dutch Tastings, Canals & Culture: $99
- 10 Tastes of Amsterdam Food Tour: Small Group, Full Meal & Drinks: $107
- Private Dutch Pancake Cooking Class in an Amsterdam Canal Home: $109
- Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour: $117
- Eating Jordaan Food Tour with Dutch Tastings: $125
- Italian Pasta Cooking Class in Amsterdam with Italian Chef: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Amsterdam €36
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Evora Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $4.84
- Évora Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.71
- Secrets of Setúbal: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.81
- Explore Evoa with Praca do Giraldo Walking Tour: $7.99
- Romans, Moors and Bones Self Guided Tour of Évora: $8.50
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
- Gatsby Experience: The Bartender Challenge: $34
- Sesimbra Medieval Tour: Castle, History & Views Near Lisbon: $38
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves: $40
- Sesimbra Walking Tour: Discover a Hidden Gem Near Lisbon: $40
- Kayak Tour with Guide in Sesimbra: $40
- Arrabida Kayak Tour from Sesimbra - Small Group: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum€6.00
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House€17
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 hour Amsterdam City Tour in Pedicab: $114
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour of the Highlights of Amsterdam: $174
- 2 hour food tasting Tour in Amsterdam Group Tour: $103
- 2.5 hours Amsterdam Pedicab Tour: $206
- 420 Official Smoking Boat Tour in Amsterdam: $29
- 4Hrs with a Local in Full Private & Personalized Tour.: $274
- 75 minute Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise and Maritime Museum: $46
- 90-min Amsterdam Light Festival Tour: $160
- ANGLE - Experience Amsterdam With a Local Photographer: $299
- ARTIS Royal Zoo Ticket with Amsterdam Canal Cruise: $55
- Almere Outdoor Escape Game: Self-Guided City Adventure: $23
- Amsterdam (Open Boat) Cruise in Old City Center with Live Guide: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Amsterdam €24
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Jeep Tour through Arrábida Azeitão and Wine Tasting: $74
- Private Half Day Arrabida Tour with Wine Tasting in Sesimbra: $140
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $148
- Private Arrábida Wine Tour from Lisbon with Tastings: $165
- Évora Walking and Wine Tasting Experience: $228
- Portuguese Wine Tasting in Lisbon with an Award-Winning Sommelier: $299
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Halloween Leidseplein Bar Crawl & Nightclub Entry: $29
- Red Light District Halloween Pub Crawl & Nightclub: $29
- Red Light District Pub Crawl in Amsterdam with 4 Shots: $34
- Dutch Wine Tasting Experience: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Amsterdam, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Setubal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Setubal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Setubal 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam than you might in Setubal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Amsterdam Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Amsterdam, 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 Setubal or Amsterdam?
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 Setubal or Amsterdam in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Amsterdam. Additionally, many travelers come to Amsterdam for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Setubal is a little warmer than Amsterdam. Typically, the summer temperatures in Setubal in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Amsterdam averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amsterdam. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amsterdam receives 204 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Amsterdam 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Amsterdam in the Autumn?
Both Amsterdam and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Amsterdam in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Setubal is generally much warmer than Amsterdam. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 19°C (66°F), and Amsterdam fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Amsterdam during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Amsterdam receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Setubal usually receives more rain than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Amsterdam 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Amsterdam in the Winter?
Both Amsterdam and Setubal during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Amsterdam for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Amsterdam can be very cold during winter. Setubal is much warmer than Amsterdam in the winter. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Amsterdam fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amsterdam receives 46 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually gets more rain in January than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Amsterdam 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Amsterdam in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Amsterdam. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Amsterdam because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Setubal is much warmer than Amsterdam. Typically, the spring temperatures in Setubal in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Amsterdam averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Amsterdam during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Amsterdam receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives more rain than Amsterdam. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Amsterdam 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Amsterdam and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.