Which place is cheaper, Catania or Setubal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Setubal or Catania?
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 Catania can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Catania?
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.
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, and The Best Walking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €123Catania €120
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €123, while the average daily cost in Catania is €120. 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 Catania in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Catania €65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Catania €130
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Catania
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Catania? 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 Catania Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Catania €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: $22
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $82
- Paragliding experience near Lisbon with transfers from Lisbon: $148
- Transfers (Lisbon - Évora) / (Évora - Lisbon): $197
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- From 1-Way Private Airport Transfer to Palermo: $775
- Catania Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Palermo by Car: $722
- TAXI Transfer from CATANIA to Capo d'Orlando (or vice versa): $421
- From Catania Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Agrigento: $373
- Private TAXI transfer from Catania to Agrigento or viceversa: $332
- Catania Airport to/from Verdura Resort Transfer: $321
- From Private transfer to Agrigento Temples: $320
- Private Transfer from Catania to PORTOROSA marina yachting: $310
- Private Transfer From Catania to Palermo or vice versa: $256
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to PALERMO (or VICEVERSA): $233
- Private TAXI transfer from CATANIA to MESSINA or viceversa: $230
- Private TAXI Transfer from Catania to Comiso (or viceversa): $214
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Catania?
Prices for flights to both Catania 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 €35Catania €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $38
- Catania Street Food Tour: $52
- Cooking class & visit to the Catania Historical market: $59
- Patisserie Food tour: $60
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $63
- Food tour of Catania by night: $64
- Catania Street Food Tour: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $73
- Aci Trezza boat tour with dinner on board: $85
- Cooking Class Tiramisù: $95
- Cooking Class Arancini in Catania: $96
- Cooking class Pizza: $96
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Catania €19
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Evora Highlights Walking Tour Audio and GPS Guided: $7.59
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Museu Nacional Frei Manuel do Cenáculo: E-ticket with Audio: $17
- Boat Tour - Arrábida Coves: $38
- Kayak tour from Sesimbra to Ribeira do Cavalo Beach, passing through the caves: $38
- Half-Day Kayak Tour in Sesimbra: $38
- Setúbal: Dolphin-Watching Boat Tour: $40
- Arrábida: Rock Climbing Experience: $43
- Évora Private Walking Tour, By Local Guide: $44
- Small Group Kayak Tour along Sesimbra - Arrábida Natural Park: $44
- Tour to the caves of Sesimbra: $44
- 4x4 Tour to the Wonders of Cabo Espichel : $49
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $240
- Taormina and Castelmola private tour with traditional lunch: $272
- 2 hours guided tour of Catania: $40
- 3-Hour Catania Segway PT Authorized Tour: $118
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $131
- BOAT TOUR WITH APERITIF ON BOARD IN THE CYCLOPS ISLANDS: $64
- Baroque shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa day tour): $120
- Benedictine Monastery of Guided tour in English: $11
- Boat tour to the Ulysses caves with swimming guide: $84
- Boat trip and tour Savoca and Taormina: $142
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Catania Bike Tour with Tasting food: $182
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Catania €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Jeep Tour through Arrábida Azeitão and Wine Tasting: $56
- Monsaraz and Wine Tasting Tour from Évora: $71
- Alentejo Wine Tour from Évora: $76
- Sesimbra: Half-Day Tour to Arrabida with Wine Tasting: $106
- Wine Tour, discovering the famous Setúbal Moscatel: $137
- Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour from Lisbon : $152
- Private Wine Tour from Lisbon to Arrábida: Wine & Cheese Tasting: $170
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volcanic Wine Tasting in a Metropolitan Market: $48
- Wine Tasting in the South Slope of Etna: $50
- Etna: Urban Winery, Vineyards Walk & Wine Tasting at Sunset: $62
- Wine tour in Catania: $102
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $116
- Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania: $126
- From Mt.Etna picnic and wine tasting: $128
- Guided Tour of Etna with Wine Tasting & Appetizers: $139
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $147
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $158
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $265
- From Catania/Taormina: Mount Etna Private Wine Tasting Tour: $433
When comparing the travel costs between Setubal and Catania, we can see that Setubal is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Catania Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Catania?
Catania has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Catania, 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 Catania?
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 Catania in the Summer?
Both Catania and Setubal during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Catania this time of year.
In the summer, Setubal is cooler than Catania. Typically, the summer temperatures in Setubal in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Catania averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In Catania, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Catania. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Catania receives 325 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Catania. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Catania receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Catania 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Catania in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Catania. Also, many travelers come to Catania for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Catania. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 19°C (66°F), and Catania fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Catania during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Catania receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Catania receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Setubal usually receives less rain than Catania. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Catania receives 128 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Catania 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Catania in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Catania. Also, many visitors come to Catania in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Setubal is a little warmer than Catania in the winter. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Catania fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Catania. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Catania receives 153 hours of full sun.
Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Setubal usually gets more rain in January than Catania. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Catania receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Catania 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Catania in the Spring?
Both Catania and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Catania for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Setubal is around the same temperature as Catania. Typically, the spring temperatures in Setubal in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Catania averages at about 15°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Catania. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Catania during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Catania receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives more rain than Catania. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Catania receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Catania 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Catania and Setubal
| Setubal | Catania | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
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