Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo or Aveiro?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo or Aveiro? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Aveiro?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
Aveiro
Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.
While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.
Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Tokyo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $179Aveiro $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $179, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is $114. 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 Tokyo and Aveiro in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $75Aveiro $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $150Aveiro $104
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Aveiro
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo or Aveiro? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $17Aveiro $9.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $805
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Hakone: $426
- Shuttle Van Tour Tokyo for 4 Hours or 6 Hours+Transfer Time: $368
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo by Sedan Car: $299
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $299
- Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND by Sedan Car: $299
- Tokyo 5-Hour Private Charter with NRT/HND Airport Transfer: $277
- Private Departure Transfer : Central Tokyo City to Narita International Airport: $255
- Private Transfer from Tokyo City to Narita Airport NRT by van: $254
- Private transfer from Central Tokyo to Hakone / Fuji or back: $246
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Aveiro?
Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $63Aveiro $55
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.08
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.08
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Meal at Airport$6.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Giant Sushi Cooking Class: Make a 1.5m Sushi Roll in Tokyo: $42
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $45
- Traditional Matcha Making Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Tokyo: $50
- Tokyo Cute Sushi : Kawaii Sushi Cooking Class!: $52
- Tokyo Home Cooking: Choose Your Favorite Japanese Dishes: $57
- Japanese cooking class - Bring the flavors of Japan to France: $61
- Tokyo Yakatabune Dinner Cruise：Sukiyaki, Show&Tokyo Tower Option: $63
- Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner Cruise: Sukiyaki,Show & Odaiba Route: $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tokyo $67Aveiro $9.77
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $65
- "TOKYO DRIFT" Film Location Tour Mt Nokogiri & Local Drift Garage: $258
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $259
- 1 Day Tour Explore Nikko’s World Heritage and National Park: $190
- 1 Day Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: $189
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $126
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $39
- 14:00 local rafting tour half day (3 hours): $39
- 2 Day Package Tour including Haneda Airport Pickup: $203
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Asakusa: $104
- 2-Hr Tokyo Night Bike Tour: Shibuya, City Lights & Tokyo Tower: $55
Tours and Activities in Aveiro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Aveiro.
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach and Moliceiro boat: $122
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach, and Moliceiro boat ride: $140
- From Coimbra: Tour to Aveiro, Costa Nova beach, and Moliceiro boat ride: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTokyo $32Aveiro $20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.81
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $32
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $91
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $104
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $104
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $110
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $123
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $133
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $149
- Private Tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and Riverside Walk: $248
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Aveiro, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia and Aveiro is in Europe, 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 Aveiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aveiro 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Aveiro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tokyo Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Aveiro?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo and Aveiro, 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 Tokyo or Aveiro?
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 Tokyo or Aveiro in the Summer?
Both Aveiro and Tokyo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Tokyo for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Tokyo is a little warmer than Aveiro in the summer. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Aveiro fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Aveiro. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Aveiro during summer. Tokyo gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. In July, Tokyo usually receives more rain than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTokyo 26°C (78°F)Aveiro 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Aveiro in the Autumn?
Both Aveiro and Tokyo during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Tokyo is around the same temperature as Aveiro. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tokyo in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Aveiro averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun.
Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. Tokyo usually gets more rain in October than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTokyo 18°C (64°F)Aveiro 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Aveiro in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tokyo and Aveiro. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In January, Tokyo is generally much colder than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 5°C (42°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Tokyo usually receives more sunshine than Aveiro during winter. Tokyo gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Tokyo usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTokyo 5°C (42°F)Aveiro 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Aveiro in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tokyo as well as Aveiro. Many travelers come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Tokyo is around the same temperature as Aveiro in the spring. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Aveiro fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In the spring, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tokyo usually gets more rain in April than Aveiro. Tokyo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTokyo 14°C (58°F)Aveiro 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Aveiro and Tokyo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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