Which place is cheaper, Managua or Venice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Venice or Managua?
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 Venice and Managua can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Venice or Managua?
Venice
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.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVenice €229Managua €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Venice is €229, while the average daily cost in Managua is €51. 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 Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVenice €120Managua €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVenice €240Managua €42
Compare Hotels in Venice and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Venice or Managua? 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: Venice Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Venice €27Managua €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Venice
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Venice:
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Venice 12 Hour Transport Pass€16
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Vaporetto Ride€6.50
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1 Day Travel Card€18
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7 Day Transport Card (for Two)€101
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Venice
Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Milan: One-Way Transfer to/from Venice Cruise Port: $1,171
- Luxury Private Transfer Between Siena and Venice: $1,157
- Trieste: Round Trip Transfer to Piazzale Roma in Venice: $1,054
- Ravenna Port or City: 1- Way Transfer to Venice + water taxi: $1,033
- One-Way Transfer to Florence Airport or Hotel: $1,028
- Bologna Airport:1-Way Private Transfer to Venice+water taxi: $836
- Transfer from Airport to Trieste Cruise Terminal: $796
- Transfer from Trieste Cruise Terminal to Marco Polo Airport: $796
- Venice Airport:1-Way Transfer to Ravenna City or Cruise Port: $753
- Transfer from Venice to Verona Hotels: $665
- Venice, Square Rome : 1-Way Transfer To Trieste Port or City: $554
- From Zagreb: Transfer to Venice: $552
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Private Transfer in Nicaragua: $110
- Transfer From Managua International Airport: $90
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Venice or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Venice 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 dayVenice €65Managua €16
Typical Food Prices in Venice
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:
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Panini Sandwich€4.00
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Gelato€6.00
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Artichoke & Mushroom Pizza€7.90
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Expresso€1.95
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Slice of Pizza€2.23
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Venice
For Venice, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Hard Rock Cafe Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Tiramisu Cooking Class on Line from Venice: $35
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide and Tastings: $47
- Small Group Venice Street Food Tour with Expert Local Guide: $48
- Venice Street Food Tour with Local Guide with Local Food Market Visit: $48
- Street Food Tour of Venice in 2.5 hours: $48
- Eating Venice Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $48
- Guided City Highlights and Street Food Tour: $52
- Venetian Dinner: $62
- Twilight Food Tour with Cicchetti and Spritz Tasting: $64
- Venetian Dinner: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Venice €101Managua €15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Venice
For Venice, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Venice Boat Ride€15
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Bell tower of St. Mark Entrance Fee€8.00
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Gondola Ride (for Group)€80
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Secret Itinerary Tour- Doge's Palace€16
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The Jewish Museum Admission€3.00
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The Glass Museum in Murano€8.00
Tours and Activities in Venice
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.
- From Vicenza Private Tour: $283
- Peggy Guggenheim collection Venice private tour: $75
- Private Grand Canal 1-Hour Boat Tour: $263
- Small-group Saint Mark’s Basilica Skip-the-line Tour: $54
- Venice Top-Attractions Walking Tour for Kids & Families & Child-Friendly Guide: $240
- Private 2-Hour Doge's Palace Tour: $217
- Friendinvenice, how to experience the true Venice, private tour: $126
- 2 Hours Private Boat Tour in the Lagoon at Sunset with Aperitif: $104
- 2-Hour Venice with Kids and Family Friendly Private Guided Tour: $274
- 2hr Night Kayak Tour in premium tour with sunset: $128
- 3 Hours Venice walking tour: $93
- 3 Hours Walking Tour in Venice Small Group: $81
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- 3 full days PRIVATE tour at Granada, Masaya and Leon area from Managua: $210
- Amazing Masaya Volcano at Night "Private Tour" : $88
- Between Volcanoes Tours; Granada-Masaya.: $155
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Managua City Tour: $84
- Managua City Tour: $88
- Managua Love Stories: A Romantic Tour: $191
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $323
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $164
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Masaya volcano Night Tour: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVenice €24Managua €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Venice
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Venice:
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1/2 Liter Wine€5.20
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Beer€4.90
Sample the Local Flavors in Venice
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:
- Venice Food and Wine Tasting Tour with a Local Guide: $8.74
- Guided Tour and wine tasting 5 wines to discover the Conegliano Valdobbiadene: $27
- Guided Visit and Wine Tasting at the Winery in Veneto: $27
- Wine Tasting in Venice: $38
- private tour in the city and wine tasting: $51
- Wine tasting Asolo Prosecco at Tenuta Baron: $59
- Food and Wine Tasting Bar Tour & Evening Guided Tour: $72
- Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl: $80
- Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl: $82
- Eat, drink and repeat: Wine tasting tour in Venice: $98
- Authentic Neighborhood Cicchetti Food & Wine Tour: $106
- A Venetian Evening - Wine Tasting & Tapas tour with a Local guide: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Venice and Managua, we can see that Venice is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Venice is in Europe and Managua is in Central 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Venice Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Venice or Managua?
Managua has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Venice. When comparing the sizes of Venice and Managua, 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 Venice or Managua?
Venice has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Venice or Managua in the Summer?
Both Managua and Venice are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Venice because of the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Venice is cooler than Managua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Venice in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Venice. Venice usually receives more sunshine than Managua during summer. Venice gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In July, Venice usually receives less rain than Managua. Venice gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVenice 23°C (73°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Venice or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Venice during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Venice this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
In October, Venice is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Venice average around 14°C (57°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Venice often gets less sunshine than Managua. Venice gets 134 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Venice usually gets less rain in October than Managua. Venice gets 67 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVenice 14°C (57°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Venice or Managua in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Venice and Managua. Many travelers come to Venice for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Venice. Venice is much colder than Managua in the winter. The daily temperature in Venice averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Venice usually receives less sunshine than Managua during winter. Venice gets 88 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Venice usually receives more rain than Managua. Venice gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVenice 3°C (37°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Venice or Managua in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Venice as well as Managua. Many visitors come to Venice in the spring for the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In the spring, Venice is much colder than Managua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Venice in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Managua averages at about 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. In the spring, Venice often gets less sunshine than Managua. Venice gets 154 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun.
Venice usually gets more rain in April than Managua. Venice gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVenice 13°C (55°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Venice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (38°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 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.