Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata 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.
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal.
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 Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Costa de Prata in more detail.
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Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata Expensive?.
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 Costa de Prata.
In the summer, Setubal is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the summer temperatures in Setubal in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during summer. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Setubal usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Costa de Prata.
In October, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 19°C (66°F), and Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Setubal usually gets less rain in October than Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Costa de Prata and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Setubal is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the winter. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. It's quite rainy in Setubal. In January, Setubal usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Costa de Prata and Setubal during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Setubal is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the spring temperatures in Setubal in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the spring, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Setubal | Costa de Prata | |||
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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) |