A Travel Price Comparison for Italy Sicily vs. Tuscany for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sicily or Tuscany?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sicily or Tuscany, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Sicily or Tuscany?

Sicily

If Italy is a boot, then Sicily is the football about to be kicked. This large island is separated from mainland Italy by the Straits of Messina. It has a dynamic and rich cultural history that is a mix of many different invading forces over the course of history, each leaving its own mark on Sicily's art, cuisine, and language. Various archeological areas can be found throughout the island and many are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sicilians have their own language, although most speak Italian and many learn English in school.

Tuscany

The art, the food, the land, the architecture! You can't go wrong with Tuscany. From the winding alleyways of Florence to the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, this dynamic and beautiful region of Italy has something to offer for everyone. After exploring the world class art and architecture in Florence, visitors should also experience Siena, Pisa, Montecatini, and more. The region is located on Italy's west coast bordering the Tyrrhenian sea. It is one of the most famed and popular parts of the country and it won't disappoint.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome.


Which place is cheaper, Tuscany or Sicily?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sicily is €102, while the average daily cost in Tuscany is €0.00. 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 Sicily and Tuscany in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sicily 59
    Tuscany -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sicily 118
    Tuscany 0.00
Compare Hotels in Sicily and Tuscany

Looking for a hotel in Sicily or Tuscany? 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.

Hotels in Sicily


Hotels in Tuscany


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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: Sicily Hotel Prices and Tuscany Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sicily 13
    Tuscany -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tuscany

Also for Tuscany, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Horse ride in the Mugello (transfer from / to Florence) and Tuscan aperitif: $293
  • Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $292
  • Private Transfer from Firenze (FLR) Airport to San Casciano in Val di Pesa: $291
  • Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence City centre: $291
  • Private Departure Transfer: Florence Hotel to Bologna airport: $277
  • PRIVATE TRANSFER from Florence to Rome with Stops at THE MALL & PRADA OUTLET: $273
  • PRIVATE TRANSFER: from Florence to Assisi with stops in Montepulciano & Cortona : $273
  • Transfer from Pisa to Siena with stop in San Gimignano for lunch: $273
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Fiesole: $264
  • Private transfer: $256
  • Private Transfer from Ulignano to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $251
  • Private Transfer from Florence to Pisa with 2 hours for sightseeing: $251

Is it cheaper to fly into Sicily or Tuscany?

Prices for flights to both Tuscany and Sicily 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sicily 33
    Tuscany -

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sicily

For Sicily, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Etna: Wine Tasting and Food Tour: $122

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tuscany

For Tuscany, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cake and Biscuit Cooking Class for Kids: $32
  • Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
  • Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
  • Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
  • Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $41
  • Florence: Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
  • Traditional Tuscan Cuisine Cooking Class, Castiglion Fiorentino near Cortona: $49
  • Buffet dinner at the farm: $49
  • Handmade Italian Pasta Cooking Course in Florence: $63
  • Fiesole: 3-Hour Traditional Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $64
  • Food Tour in Florence Italy: $64
  • 3- Cooking Making Spaghetti & Lasagna: $65

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sicily 12
    Tuscany -

Tours and Activities in Sicily

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sicily.

  • Mount Etna E-bike tour: Tour of Etna: $192
  • Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour: $111
  • TOUR TREKKING ETNA MORNING SCHIENA DELL’ASINO: $43

Tours and Activities in Tuscany

For Tuscany, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Hours Free Arezzo tour - Smartphone free: $26
  • Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $92
  • E-Bike Val d'Orcia Experience: $169
  • Florence FoodTour with Local Guide: $191
  • Florence-Private bike tour: $98
  • From Florence: Sunset Panoramic e-Bike or Classic Bike tour : $38
  • Semi-Private Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour: $71
  • Siena tour: Piazza del Campo & Duomo exploration: $125
  • Skip-the-Line Best of Pisa and Leaning Tower Guided Tour for Kids and Families: $273
  • Tour Private of Florence in electric car : $41
  • Tuscan ExtraVirgin Olive Oil Tour: $141
  • VIP Uffizi Gallery Tour: $75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sicily 14
    Tuscany -

Sample the Local Flavors in Sicily

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sicily:

  • Palermo: photographic walk and wine tasting: $342

Sample the Local Flavors in Tuscany

Also in Tuscany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine tasting in the historical Cantalici winery: $12
  • Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery: $16
  • Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $16
  • Tenuta Mareli - Wine Tasting in Tuscany: $21
  • Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
  • Tuscan Brewery Guided Tour with beer and food tasting: $27
  • Wine Tasting at the Winery in the Panoramic Terrance: $27
  • Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $28
  • From Florence to Chianti Rufina: Wine Tasting Experience: $32
  • San Gimignano: Chianti wine tasting : $33
  • Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
  • Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sicily and Tuscany, we can see that Sicily is more expensive. And not only is Tuscany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tuscany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tuscany 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 Sicily would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sicily than you might in Tuscany.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sicily Expensive? and Is Tuscany Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Sicily or Tuscany?

Sicily has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Tuscany. When comparing the sizes of Sicily and Tuscany, 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.

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