Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Strasbourg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Strasbourg or Sao Paulo?
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 Strasbourg and Sao Paulo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Sao Paulo?
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStrasbourg €138Sao Paulo €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is €138, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is €49. 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 Strasbourg and Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStrasbourg €67Sao Paulo €28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStrasbourg €134Sao Paulo €56
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg or Sao Paulo? 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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Strasbourg €44Sao Paulo €5.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $252
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg Airport to City centre: $82
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $82
- Strasbourg Entzheim Airport - Private Transfer from/to Hotels: $79
- Private Transfer Airport to Strasbourg Round trip: $74
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $65
- Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport by Luxury Van: $64
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer | Viracopos Airport (VCP) x São Paulo City : $300
- Private Transfer from Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Santos Port: $235
- Private São Paulo Airport - Hotels Transfer In or Out : $200
- Private Transfer from Gru Airport to Port or City of Santos (1 to 15 people): $199
- Departure private transfer from São Paulo city to Guarulhos Airport by minibus: $197
- Private Transfer from VCP Airport or Campinas to GRU Airport (1 a 15 pessoas): $195
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $181
- Downtown to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $181
- Sao Paulo Airport to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
- Private Transfer from Campinas Airport to Sao Paulo (GRU) Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Campinas-Viracopos (VCP) Airport to Sao Paulo Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City to Campinas Airport (VCP): $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Strasbourg or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo and Strasbourg 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 dayStrasbourg €44Sao Paulo €14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 hours Cooking lesson: $53
- Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Strasbourg €24Sao Paulo €3.77
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $65
- Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $148
- Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
- Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $107
- Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $175
- Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $49
- Alsatian tour, tasting and meal - 100% immersive experience: $60
- Christmas Joy in Strasbourg Walking Tour: $645
- Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $104
- From Half-Day Tour of Alsace Villages: $86
- Full-Day Highlights of the Alsace Tour: from Strasbourg: $178
- Gems of Alsace: Private Full-Day Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- 2 Hours Private São Paulo Museum of Modern Art Tour: $240
- 3 Beaches Hiking Santo Amaro Island - Paradise Route Tour from São Paulo: $125
- 3H CITY TOUR (pick up / delivery within Sao Paulo city limits): $151
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Sao Paulo: $300
- 4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions : $134
- 4WD One Day Tour visiting Water Fall and the Big Stone from Sao Paulo: $260
- 5 Hour City Tour in São Paulo: $91
- 5-hour Pelé Private Tour: The King of Football : $162
- 5-hour Private Street Art Tour Of São Paulo – The Coolest Urban Art Scenes: $174
- 5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup: $162
- 5-hour private tour in São Paulo (departures from hotels and airport): $155
- 5h City Tour (pick up & delivery within SaoPaulo city): $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStrasbourg €19Sao Paulo €3.28
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
- Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $38
- Alsace Half-Day Wine Tour from Strasbourg: $105
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $151
- Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $172
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $549
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and Sao Paulo, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Strasbourg is in Europe and Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Strasbourg Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Strasbourg or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Strasbourg and Sao Paulo, 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 Strasbourg or Sao Paulo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Sao Paulo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Strasbourg has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Strasbourg or Sao Paulo in the Summer?
Both Sao Paulo and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.
In July, Strasbourg is generally cooler than Sao Pauloin January. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 20°C (68°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sao Paulo. In July, Strasbourg usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin January. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryStrasbourg 20°C (68°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
Both Sao Paulo and Strasbourg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Strasbourg is much colder than Sao Paulo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F)in April.
Strasbourg usually gets less rain in October than Sao Pauloin April. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilStrasbourg 12°C (53°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Sao Paulo. Many visitors come to Strasbourg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Strasbourg can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Strasbourg is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Strasbourg in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 19°C (66°F)in July.
In January, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin July. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyStrasbourg 2°C (35°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Sao Paulo. Most visitors come to Strasbourg for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Strasbourg is generally much colder than Sao Pauloin October. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 11°C (51°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Strasbourg usually gets less rain in April than Sao Pauloin October. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberStrasbourg 11°C (51°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Strasbourg
| Strasbourg | Sao Paulo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 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.