Which place is cheaper, Lima 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 Lima?
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 Lima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
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 Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Setubal Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €149Lima €83
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, while the average daily cost in Lima is €83. 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 Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Lima €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Lima €92
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Lima? 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 Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Lima €5.33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€5.05
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Taxi Ride€5.05
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Short Taxi Ride€3.78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $259
- Lima round trip transfers airport - hotel - airport + City Tour: $218
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Pisco Port: $217
- Private Transfer from Lima City Hotels to Pisco Cruise Port: $198
- Private Transfer from Pisco Cruise Port to Lima City Hotels: $198
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $198
- Transfer from Lima Airport to your hotel and vice versa: $175
- Lima Airport Luxury Arrival or Departure Transfer: $163
- Larco Museum Tour & Gastronomic Experience with rountrip transfer: $160
- Premium Peruvian Horse Show with Lunch & Transfers: $159
- Palomino Islands Excursion & Swimming with Sea Lions with Hotel Transfers: $125
- Private Largevan Transfer - Arrival Lima Airport to Hotel: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima 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 €60Lima €28
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: $236
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two€4.04
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Ice cream€3.28
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Coffee€2.78
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Donut€0.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Food tours on the forbidden side of Lima (Min. 3 Guests – Max. 6): $15
- Dinner at Café del Museo Larco restaurant: $30
- Lima Street Food Tour: Taste Authentic Peruvian Delights: $45
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $45
- Dinner at Mangos Larcomar Restaurant: $48
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $50
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- #1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!: $59
- Dinner at the Cala Restaurant in Lima: $63
- Lima Market Food Tour: $65
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Lima €8.05
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Evora Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $5.88
- Secrets of Setúbal: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.06
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
- Gatsby Experience: The Bartender Challenge: $35
- Sesimbra Medieval Tour: Castle, History & Views Near Lisbon: $39
- Walking tours by Evora UNESCO World Heritage Site: $41
- Kayak Tour with Guide in Sesimbra: $41
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves: $41
- Small Group Kayak Tour along Sesimbra - Arrábida Natural Park: $47
- Sesimbra - Half-Day Kayak Tour: $47
- Tour to the caves of Sesimbra: $47
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)€15
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Movie Tickets€2.14
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
- 3 Day Tour From Paracas, Huacachina Oasis & Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Days Tour of Paracas Huacachina and Nazca: $275
- 3 Hour Private Electric Scooter Tour of Lima: $75
- 3 Hours Walking Tour of Lima Old Town and Catacumbs: $59
- 4 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $299
- 8-Hour Private Tour Lima Viceroyalty and Gold Museum with Lunch: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Lima €5.24
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Workshop - Wine Tasting 101: $71
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $153
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€6.79
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Beer€3.78
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Cocktail€3.03
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Free Pub Crawl: $5.00
- Discover Barranco's Nightlife with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $38
- Lima Nightlife Tour & Society – Cultural Pub Crawl: $50
- Local Wine Tour: $77
- From Lima Paracas and Huacachina Oasis Dunes and Wine Tour: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Lima, we can see that Setubal is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Setubal is in Europe and Lima is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Lima, 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 Lima?
Setubal has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Setubal or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Setubal during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Setubal is a little warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Lima. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Lima. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Setubal is around the same temperature as Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Setubal in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Setubal usually receives more rain than Lima. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In January, Setubal is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 12°C (53°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets less sunshine than Lima. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Setubal usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Setubal is cooler than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Lima during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives more rain than Lima. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.