Which place is cheaper, Paris or Setubal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Setubal or Paris?
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 Paris can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €123Paris €232
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €123, while the average daily cost in Paris is €232. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Paris €151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Paris €302
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Paris €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Paragliding experience near Lisbon with transfers from Lisbon: $146
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $81
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $22
- Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach Taxi Boat Transfer Round Trip: $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro€6.40
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Train from Airport€9.00
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Metro tickets€6.80
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Train€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,557
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,385
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,384
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $959
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $959
- open deck bus experience with cruise and private Transfers: $946
- Private Transfer from CDG and Orly Airports in Paris to Le Havre: $298
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Round Trip Transfer to/from Paris: $271
- Private Transfer to or from Beauvais Airport: $266
- Private transfer from Beauvais airport to Paris or back: $266
- Private Mercedes luxury transfer from PARIS to => DISNEYLAND Paris with Cab-Bel-Air: $266
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 €35Paris €41
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream€8.00
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Breakfast€7.00
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Breakfast for 2€30
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Dinner on River Cruise€86
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Dinner€57
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Cheese€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $43
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $57
- Seine Cruise Departure from Pont Alexandre III with Dinner Included: $64
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $68
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Eat, play, love Montmartre: 3H Walking Food Tour -Kids friendly-: $70
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Paris €77
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Horse Carriage Tour on the Mountain in Palmela: $106
- Évora Private Walking Tour, By Local Guide: $43
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.86
- Évora Tales and Legends Walking Tour from Évora: $54
- Évora With Love Walking Tours: $54
- Évora: Christian Heritage Private Walking Tour: $63
- Évora: Private Walking Tour: $63
- Arrábida Jeep 4x4 tour to Arrábida, the most beautiful beach of Europe: $92
- Arrábida National Park Rock Climbing Experience: $128
- Arrábida Natural Park: Stand Up Paddleboard Tour and Lesson: $53
- Arrábida Nature Jeep Tour: $64
- Arrábida: Guided Transparent Kayaking Tour: $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two€18
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Admission to Pantheon€5.00
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Catacombs (2)€23
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- A Day at Parc Saint-Paul Ticket and Transport Included: $207
- Guided Tour to Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur Chronicles: $48
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris Christmas Market Tour: $294
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $248
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $146
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $74
- Île de la Cité – Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie Tour: $243
- Île de la Cité, Latin Quarter & Seine River Cruise: Private Tour: $155
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Paris €24
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Workshop - Wine Tasting 101: $65
- Monsaraz and Wine Tasting Tour from Évora: $70
- Alentejo Wine Tour from Évora: $76
- Half-Day Tour to Arrabida from Sesimbra with Wine Tasting: $82
- Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour from Lisbon : $151
- Private Wine Tour from Lisbon to Arrábida: Wine & Cheese Tasting: $169
- From Lisbon: Wine Tasting Tour and Traditional Tile Factory: $260
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $13
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $21
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $31
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $38
- Paris Nation wine tasting: $42
- Paris St Germain Wine Tasting: $42
- Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Paris, 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 Paris?
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.
Should I visit Setubal or Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Paris because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Setubal is a little warmer than Paris in the summer. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Paris. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Paris during summer. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Setubal usually receives less rain than Paris. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Setubal during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
In the autumn, Setubal is a little warmer than Paris. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Setubal in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Paris averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the autumn, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Paris. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets more rain in October than Paris. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Paris. Also, many travelers come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Paris. In January, Setubal is generally much warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 12°C (53°F), and Paris fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Paris during winter. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 hours of full sun in the winter.
Setubal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Setubal usually receives more rain than Paris. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Paris. Also, many visitors come to Paris in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Setubal is a little warmer than Paris in the spring. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the spring, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Paris. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets more rain in April than Paris. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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