Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Setubal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Coimbra can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €123, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €103. 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 Coimbra in more detail.
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Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Coimbra, we can see that Setubal is more expensive. And not only is Coimbra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Coimbra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Coimbra 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal than you might in Coimbra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Setubal has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Coimbra, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Coimbra.
In July, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 23°C (73°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Coimbra this time of the year. In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during summer. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Setubal usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Coimbra.
Setubal is around the same temperature as Coimbra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the autumn, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Setubal usually gets less rain in October than Coimbra. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Coimbra and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Setubal is around the same temperature as Coimbra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Setubal in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Coimbra averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during winter. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. It's quite rainy in Setubal. In January, Setubal usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Coimbra and Setubal during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 16°C (60°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the spring, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in April than Coimbra. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Setubal | Coimbra | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |