Which place is cheaper, Oslo 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 Oslo?
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 Oslo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Oslo?
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.
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Setubal Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €149Oslo €137
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, while the average daily cost in Oslo is €137. 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 Oslo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Oslo €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Oslo €134
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Oslo
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Oslo? 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 Oslo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Oslo €19
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
- Evora Private Transfers Multiple Destinations: $156
- Comporta Melides Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $156
- Transfer: Grândola > Lisbon: $280
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket€6.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo Round-Trip Private Transfer: $270
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport to Hotel: $270
- Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Bus: $263
- Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $256
- Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $192
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $176
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport to Oslo City Centre: $175
- Oslo Private Transfer from Oslo (OSL) Airport to City centre: $156
- Private Transfer from Oslo City Centre to Oslo Airport: $153
- Private Transfer From Oslo To Drammen With a 2 Hour Stop: $153
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $153
- Airport Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $150
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Oslo?
Prices for flights to both Oslo 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 €60Oslo €48
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: $235
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship: $81
- Private Chef Forest Dinner: Authentic Norwegian Food Tour in Oslo: $136
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $161
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $165
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $189
- Oslo Food Walking Tour with Fjord Cruise and Open Fire Cooking: $215
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Oslo €13
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
- Underwater viewing tours along the coast of Sesimbra: $34
- Gatsby Experience: The Bartender Challenge: $35
- Walking tours by Evora UNESCO World Heritage Site: $41
- Small Group Kayak Tour from Sesimbra - Arrábida: $41
- Sesimbra Walking Tour: Discover a Hidden Gem Near Lisbon: $41
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves: $41
- Sesimbra - Half-Day Kayak Tour: $47
- Interpretive Tour: "Mysteries of Cabo Espichel": $53
- Lisbon Snorkeling Adventure in Arrábida Natural Park: $53
- Sesimbra Caves and Snorkel Boat Tour with Local Guide: $53
- Sesimbra Boat Tour in the Secret Beaches and Bayes: $59
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- 2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship: $69
- 2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $286
- A Refined Gastronomic Journey Oslo Signature Culinary Tour: $221
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo: $119
- Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $38
- Best of Oslo Walking Tour in German: $38
- Best of Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours): $68
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- Discover Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Oslo €8.31
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
- Private Arrábida Nature Walk & Premium Wine Tour from Setúbal: $188
- Azeitão Private Wine Tour from Lisbon – Premium Wineries: $235
- Portuguese Wine Tasting in Lisbon with an Award-Winning Sommelier: $299
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $38
When comparing the travel costs between Setubal and Oslo, 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 Oslo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Oslo?
Oslo has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Oslo, 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 Oslo?
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 Oslo in the Summer?
Both Oslo and Setubal during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Oslo for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Setubal is a little warmer than Oslo in the summer. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Oslo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Oslo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 246 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Oslo. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Oslo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Oslo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Oslo. Also, many visitors come to Oslo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Setubal is much warmer than Oslo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Setubal in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Oslo averages at about 7°C (45°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 86 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Setubal usually receives around the same amount of rain as Oslo. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Oslo 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Oslo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Oslo. Also, most visitors come to Oslo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Oslo can be very cold during winter. In January, Setubal is generally much warmer than Oslo. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 12°C (53°F), and Oslo fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 40 hours of full sun.
Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Setubal usually gets more rain in January than Oslo. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Oslo -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Oslo in the Spring?
Both Oslo and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Oslo because of the activities around the city.
Setubal is much warmer than Oslo in the spring. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Oslo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives more rain than Oslo. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Oslo 6°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Oslo and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | -3°C (26°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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