Which place is cheaper, Rome 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 Rome?
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 Rome can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Rome?
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.
Rome
Rome is the kind of city that refuses to stay in the past, even though history is everywhere you look. Ancient ruins rise beside buzzing cafes, scooters zip past Renaissance palaces, and quiet cobblestone lanes suddenly open onto grand piazzas filled with fountains, churches, and street performers. It is a city of layers: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica, neighborhood trattorias, stylish boutiques, and late-night gelato walks all woven together into one unforgettable experience. Whether you come for the art, the food, the history, or the simple pleasure of wandering without a plan, Rome has a way of making every day feel like a discovery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Setubal Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySetubal €149Rome €207
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, while the average daily cost in Rome is €207. 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 Rome in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Rome €90
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Rome €180
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Rome
Looking for a hotel in Setubal or Rome? 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 Rome Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Rome €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Comporta Melides Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $155
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $55
- Transfer From Évora to Lisbon: $146
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $99
- Transfer: Grândola > Lisbon: $277
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rome
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rome:
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Metro Ride (for Two)€2.00
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Train to the Airport€15
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Taxi to Airport€45
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Bicycle Rental (Full Day)€10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rome
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rome:
- Civitavecchia DA transfer and vice versa: $294
- Transfer from Civitavecchia 4 people: $291
- Transfer from Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Port and vice versa: $291
- Transfer from Fiumicino/Ciampino/Rome to Civitavecchia Port: $291
- Private Transfer to or from Civitavecchia Port Van Mercedes: $290
- Private transfer from Roma to Civitavecchia port: $290
- Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Saturnia - Arrival Private Transfer: $286
- Transfers from Fiumicino/Rome to Civitavecchia: $286
- Private Luxury Transfer to the Famous Points of Rome center: $282
- Private Transfer Civitavecchia Port to/from Rome City & Airport: $280
- Private transfer from Rome to Civitavecchia Port - Round trip: $276
- Civitavecchia port transfer to Rome or Fiumicino and vice versa: $273
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Rome?
Prices for flights to both Rome 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 €60Rome €84
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
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Typical Food Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rome:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€14
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4 Ice Cream Sandwiches€2.99
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Cafe e doce€4.00
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Pizza (Fast Food)€2.65
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)€32
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Cheese and bread€10
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Espresso€2.00
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Dinner€58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rome
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rome.
- Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome: $34
- Hard Rock Cafe Rome with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Rome Cooking: Pasta & Tiramisu Making, Free-Flowing Fine Wine: $38
- Rome Testaccio Market Food Tour - Eat Like a Local: $40
- Rome Food Tour for Breakfast Lovers: $41
- Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine: $41
- Rome Food Tour: Tastings in the Jewish Ghetto & Campo de' Fiori: $42
- Pizza Cooking Class in Rome - Near Piazza Navona: $45
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Guided Sightseeing: $45
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Prosecco in Rome: $45
- Rome Ultimate Food Tour Trastevere Tiber Island & Campo de' Fiori: $45
- Pasta Cooking Class in Rome - Fettuccine Class in Piazza Navona: $47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Setubal €12Rome €36
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.83
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
- Underwater viewing tours along the coast of Sesimbra: $34
- Kayak tour in Sesimbra: $41
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves: $41
- Small Group Kayak Tour from Sesimbra - Arrábida: $41
- From Évora or Montemor Bike Tour by Mounted: $47
- Sesimbra - Half-Day Kayak Tour: $47
- Sesimbra Caves and Snorkel Boat Tour with Local Guide: $52
- Cruise along the beaches of Arrábida: $52
- Lisbon Snorkeling Adventure in Arrábida Natural Park: $52
- Essencial Boat Tour with SUP and Snorkeling Sesimbra: $58
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rome
Here are a few typical costs in Rome for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Rome Museum Vaticano (for 2)€69
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Coliseum Tickets (for Two)€33
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Roma Pass€30
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Hop on Hop Off Bus (All Day)€20
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Segway Tour€75
Tours and Activities in Rome
Here are a few actual costs in Rome for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- " Private pantheon tour: Explore Rome's Divine masterpiece": $104
- "Rome of the Popes" E-bike Tour with Guide for Small Groups: $84
- "Villa Borghese" Rome tour with high quality electric bicycle!: $69
- 1 Day Rome Tour from Civitavecchia for Cruise Passengers: $90
- 1 Hour Pantheon Tour: A Time Travel Experience in Rome + Ebook: $111
- 1 hour Little Ancient Tour of Rome by Mini Vintage Cabriolet with Cappuccino: $163
- 1,5 H Ancient Rome Tour on a Golf Cart: $80
- 1,5H Historical City Center Tour on a Golf Cart at Rome: $80
- 1-hour Private Photography Experience in Rome: $117
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour in Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto: $23
- 2-Hour Walking Tour in Rome's Enchanting Jewish Ghetto: $93
- 2h Xmas Lights Panoramic Vespa Sidecar Tour: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Rome €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Workshop - Wine Tasting 101: $70
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $152
- From: Setúbal Private Arrábida Nature Walk & Premium Wine Tour: $168
- Azeitão Private Wine Tour from Lisbon – Premium Wineries: $233
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rome:
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Bottle of Wine€6.50
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Pint of Beer€6.34
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Beer€10
Sample the Local Flavors in Rome
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rome:
- Wine Tasting and Food Pairing with gelato in Trastevere: $41
- Winery Tour, Wine Tasting near Rome with Optional Lunch: $45
- Rome Premium Wine Tasting: 3, 4, 5 or 6 Wines with Expert Guide: $52
- EAT AND DRINK LIKE A LOCAL - Wine Tasting in Trastevere w/ Gelato: $52
- Frascati Wine Tasting Experience with Food Pairing: $52
- Dolce Vita Burlesque show: $58
- Wine Tasting and Food Pairing in Underground Cellar in Rome: $63
- Small-Group Exclusive Winery and Wine Tasting Tour in Frascati: $64
- Rome Nightlife Party Tour Monti Bar Crawl and Local Drinks: $66
- Private Wine Tasting in Trastevere: $76
- Art, Wine & Food Experience–The Ultimate Roman Wine Tasting: $80
- Italy in a Glass - Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Tour in Rome: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Rome, we can see that Rome 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 Rome would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rome 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 Rome Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Rome?
Rome has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Rome, 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 Rome?
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 Rome in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Rome. Also, many visitors come to Rome in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Rome. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 23°C (73°F), and Rome fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rome. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the summer, Setubal often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rome. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 338 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Rome. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Rome receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Rome 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Rome in the Autumn?
Both Rome and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Rome for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Setubal is around the same temperature as Rome in the autumn. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Rome fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rome during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 198 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Setubal usually receives less rain than Rome. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Rome receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Rome 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Rome in the Winter?
Both Rome and Setubal during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Rome because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Setubal is a little warmer than Rome. Typically, the winter temperatures in Setubal in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Rome averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Rome. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 127 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually gets more rain in January than Rome. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Rome receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Rome 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Rome in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Rome. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Rome this time of year.
In April, Setubal is generally a little warmer than Rome. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 16°C (60°F), and Rome fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rome this time of the year. In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Rome during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives more rain than Rome. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Rome receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Rome 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Rome and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
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