Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Venice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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 Venice and Guayaquil can help you decide which place is right for you.
The canals of Venice are one of the most popular and emulated destinations in the world. In it's hay day, Venice was at the center of politics, exploration, arts and architecture. Today that history is still very much alive and well. The city is unlike any other in the world. The best way to immerse yourself in Venice is to get yourself lost in the alleyways. It's actually quite easy to do and you'll find yourself stumbling into the most interesting places, hidden away from the crowds of Piazzo San Marco.
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Venice is $324, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Venice and Guayaquil in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Venice:
Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:
For Venice, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Venice, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Venice:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Venice and Guayaquil, we can see that Venice is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Venice is in Europe and Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Venice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Venice than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Venice Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Venice. When comparing the sizes of Venice and Guayaquil, 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.
Venice has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Venice and Guayaquil. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Venice this time of year. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Venice is around the same temperature as Guayaquil in the summer. The daily temperature in Venice averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Venice usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Venice gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Venice as well as Guayaquil. Many travelers come to Venice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the autumn, Venice is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Venice in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Venice usually gets less rain in October than Guayaquil. Venice gets 67 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Guayaquil and Venice are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Venice in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Venice can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Venice is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Venice average around 3°C (37°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In January, Venice usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Venice gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Guayaquil and Venice during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Venice for the natural beauty during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Venice is much colder than Guayaquil in the spring. The daily temperature in Venice averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Venice usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Venice gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Venice | Guayaquil | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
May | 17°C (63°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Dec | 4°C (38°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |