Which place is cheaper, Viseu or Tenerife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tenerife or Viseu, 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.
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
Viseu is the beautiful capital city of the Centro Region of Portugal, located northeast of Lisbon. The city, which is situated in the center of the famous Dao wine region, offers stunning natural scenery and beautiful ancient architecture. The best time to visit Viseu is during the summer from June through September when temperatures tend to range from 75-85° Fahrenheit and there is less rain. From October-May, temperatures tend to stay between 45-60° F and rainfall is at its highest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Lisbon.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tenerife is €128, while the average daily cost in Viseu is €98. 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 Tenerife and Viseu in more detail.
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Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tenerife and Viseu, we can see that Tenerife is more expensive. And not only is Viseu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Viseu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Viseu 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 Tenerife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tenerife than you might in Viseu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tenerife Expensive? and Is Viseu Expensive?.
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.
Both Viseu and Tenerife are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tenerife this time of year.
Tenerife is around the same temperature as Viseu in the summer. The daily temperature in Tenerife averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Viseu fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Viseu. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tenerife. Tenerife usually receives less sunshine than Viseu during summer. Tenerife gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tenerife usually receives less rain than Viseu. Tenerife gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Viseu and Tenerife during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tenerife for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Tenerife is a little warmer than Viseu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tenerife in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Viseu averages at about 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Tenerife. In the autumn, Tenerife often gets more sunshine than Viseu. Tenerife gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 184 hours of full sun.
Viseu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tenerife usually gets less rain in October than Viseu. Tenerife gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tenerife and Viseu. Many visitors come to Tenerife in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Tenerife is generally much warmer than Viseu. Daily temperatures in Tenerife average around 17°C (63°F), and Viseu fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Tenerife usually receives more sunshine than Viseu during winter. Tenerife gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Viseu receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Viseu receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Tenerife usually receives less rain than Viseu. Tenerife gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Tenerife as well as Viseu. Most visitors come to Tenerife for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
Tenerife is a little warmer than Viseu in the spring. The daily temperature in Tenerife averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Viseu fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Viseu. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tenerife this time of the year. In the spring, Tenerife often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Viseu. Tenerife gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Viseu receives 217 hours of full sun.
Tenerife usually gets less rain in April than Viseu. Tenerife gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Viseu receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Tenerife | Viseu | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |