A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Valencia vs. Aveiro for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Valencia or Aveiro?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Aveiro, 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: Valencia or Aveiro?

Valencia

Valencia is a port city that sits on Spain's southeastern Orange Blossom coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. As the nation's third-largest city, it is continually innovative in the arts and sciences with some futuristic architecture including a planetarium, oceanarium, and an interactive museum. The nightlife and daytime culture both thrive in their own ways, bustling with limitless opportunities for sight-seeing and entertainment. While the city is surrounded by fertile farmland, its center is a modern metropolis, skirted by beautiful beaches.

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 G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Aveiro or Valencia?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €123, while the average daily cost in Aveiro is €80. 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 Valencia and Aveiro in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Valencia 58
    Aveiro 46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Valencia 116
    Aveiro 92
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Aveiro

Looking for a hotel in Valencia 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.

Hotels in Valencia


Hotels in Aveiro


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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: Valencia Hotel Prices and Aveiro Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Valencia 18
    Aveiro 8.57

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:

  • Valencia Airport (VLC): Transfer to Valencia Cruise Port: $238
  • Private transfer from Valencia Airport to Alicante: $201
  • Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $175
  • Valencia Airport (VLC): Private Transfer to Valencia: $120
  • Valencia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Valencia hotels: $120
  • From Morella and Peñíscola Day Trip with Transfers: $118
  • Private Transfer Valencia Airport to Hotel: $109
  • Valencia City, Airport, Cruise Terminal Private Transfer: $87
  • Private Transfer: Valencia to Valencia Airport VLC in Luxury Van: $86
  • Valencia Airport (VLC) Departure Transfer (Valencia Hotels to Valencia Airport): $83
  • Valencia Airport (VLC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Valencia Hotel or Address): $83
  • Private arrival OR departure transfer in Valencia (hotel OR airport pick-up): $71

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aveiro

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

  • Aveiro Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $128

Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Aveiro?

Prices for flights to both Aveiro and Valencia 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
    Valencia 40
    Aveiro 28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.

  • Flamenco at Toro y La Luna with Drinks or Dinner: $19
  • Hard Rock Cafe Entrance with Lunch or Dinner: $32
  • Traveling Spoon Sangria and Tapa Private Online Cooking Class: $40
  • Traditional Spanish Home Dinner: $48
  • Valencia Traditional Food Tour: $51
  • Guided Food Tour with Chocolate Tasting Experience: $53
  • Street Food Tour including Paella & Tapas Tasting: $58
  • Paella Cooking Experience near the center of Valencia: $59
  • Morning Food Tour with Central Market Visit: $63
  • Cooking Class of traditional spanish food: $64
  • Vegetable Paella cooking class, tapas and visit market: $65
  • Valencian Paella cooking class, Tapas and Market Visit: $65

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Valencia 29
    Aveiro 8.57
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valencia

Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Flamenco Tour
    16

Tours and Activities in Valencia

Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 150 Min Bike Group Tour with Local Guide: $33
  • 2 Hour Private Bike Tour in Valencia: $27
  • 3hs-Hour Guided City Sightseeing and Beaches Bike Private Tour: $38
  • A day in the life of Valencia - Private tour with a local: $233
  • Adventure Jetski: $155
  • Adventures day: Thermal Springs and Waterfalls: $104
  • Albufera Natural Park Tour with Boat Ride from Valencia : $64
  • Alicante: 8-hour cruise to Tabarca Island by private boat: $1,069
  • Anna: amazing water canyoning experience: $95
  • Best Bike Tour Dutch & English in Valencia: $35
  • Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $7.99
  • Bike Grand Valencia Group Tour: $38

Tours and Activities in Aveiro

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

  • From Porto: e-Bike Tour in Aveiro, Boat Trip and Costa Nova!: $84
  • Aveiro Privat City Tour w/ Local Boat 1 H Cruise & Egg Sweet: $96
  • Coimbra & Aveiro Amazing Cultural Full Day Tour from Porto: $102
  • Aveiro Private Tour, Bairrada Wine Cellars & Roasted Piglet: $117
  • Private Tour to Aveiro and Costa Nova unique striped houses: $117
  • Aveiro Tour: $139
  • From Lisbon: Aveiro, Moliceiro Boat and Coimbra Tour: $139
  • Half Day Tour with Boat Ride: $150
  • From Porto Private Tour Half Day in Aveiro and Costa Nova: $273
  • Porto to Lisbon private Tour, choose 2 or 3 stops on the way: $312

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Valencia 20
    Aveiro 17

Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia

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

  • Guided Pub Crawl with Free Shots: $13
  • Pub Crawl With Free Shots: $25
  • Wine Tasting with Professional Sommelier in centre Valencia: $59
  • From Guided Cheese Factory Tour with Wine Tasting: $90
  • Local Tapas & Wine tasting experience: $91
  • Wine Tasting and Tapas Experience: $102
  • Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $108
  • From Requena Wine Tour with Tastings: $123
  • Christmas Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $164
  • Requena: 1/2 Day Private Vineyards & Premium Wine Tastings: $191
  • From Utiel-Requena Wine Tour and Traditional Lunch: $209
  • Singular Valencia Wine Tour Utiel Requena Wineries: $213


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Aveiro, we can see that Valencia is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Valencia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valencia 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 Valencia Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Valencia or Aveiro?

Valencia has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Valencia 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 Valencia or Aveiro?

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 Valencia or Aveiro in the Summer?

Both Aveiro and Valencia during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Valencia for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Valencia is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Valencia in July average around 25°C (76°F), and Aveiro averages at about 21°C (69°F).

In Aveiro, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Valencia. In the summer, Valencia often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro. Valencia gets 303 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun.

Valencia usually gets less rain in July than Aveiro. Valencia gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Valencia 25°C (76°F) 
    Aveiro 21°C (69°F)

Should I visit Valencia or Aveiro in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Valencia and Aveiro. Many visitors come to Valencia in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Valencia is generally a little warmer than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 19°C (66°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

Valencia usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro during autumn. Valencia gets 198 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Valencia usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Valencia gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Valencia 19°C (66°F) 
    Aveiro 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Valencia or Aveiro in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Valencia as well as Aveiro. Most visitors come to Valencia for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Valencia is a little warmer than Aveiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Valencia averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

In the winter, Valencia often gets more sunshine than Aveiro. Valencia gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Valencia usually gets less rain in January than Aveiro. Valencia gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Valencia 12°C (53°F) 
    Aveiro 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Valencia or Aveiro in the Spring?

Both Aveiro and Valencia are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Valencia because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Valencia is a little warmer than Aveiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Valencia in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Aveiro averages at about 14°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Aveiro. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Valencia. Valencia usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Aveiro during spring. Valencia gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In April, Valencia usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Valencia gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Valencia 15°C (60°F) 
    Aveiro 14°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Aveiro and Valencia

Valencia Aveiro
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 10°C (50°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 11°C (51°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 14°C (56°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 16°C (60°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 22°C (71°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 19°C (66°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Jul 25°C (76°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 21°C (69°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 20°C (69°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 20°C (67°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 17°C (62°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 11°C (51°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)