Which place is cheaper, Quito or Venice?
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 Venice or Quito?
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 Quito can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Venice or Quito?
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.
Quito
Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.
Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.
Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.
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 Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.
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Venice Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVenice $315Quito $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Venice is $315, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVenice $136Quito $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVenice $272Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Venice and Quito
Looking for a hotel in Venice or Quito? 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 Quito Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Venice $31Quito $6.99
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$18
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Vaporetto Ride$7.41
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1 Day Travel Card$21
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7 Day Transport Card (for Two)$115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Venice
Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer from Venice Airport to Portorož / Piran: $215
- Arrival Transfer: Marco Polo Airport VCE to Venice (Luxury Van): $201
- Burano + water taxi to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Transfer: $297
- Chioggia Port from Venice Private Transfer and Water Taxi: $270
- Chioggia Port to Venice Airport(VCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $177
- Departure Transfer: Venice to Marco Polo Airport VCE (Luxury Van): $200
- From Venice Piazzale Roma 1 Way Private Transfer to Airport: $222
- Giudecca + water taxi to Venice Airport(VCE) - Departure Transfer: $290
- Lido + water taxi to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Transfer: $296
- Murano + water taxi to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Transfer: $255
- PRIVATE TRANSFER: from Venice To Florence with private chauffeur: $259
- Palm Springs Airport (PSP) to INDIAN WELLS - Arrival Private Transfer: $150
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:
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Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:
- From Quilotoa Lake Private Tour with Transfer & Lunch: $166
- Private Transfer: Quito Airport (UIO) to Baños de Agua Santa: $160
- Arrival Private Transfer Quito Airport UIO to Quito by Minivan: $137
- From Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip with Transfer: $129
- Panoramic City Tour & Airport Departure Transfer: $114
- Middle of the World Tour with Airport Transfer: $114
- Airport Transfer and City Highlights Tour: $114
- Transfer to Mashpi Amagusa Reserve one way: $109
- Arrival Transfer from Quito Airport UIO to Quito by Sedan or SUV: $105
- Private City Tour & Intiñam Museum Visit w/ Transfer: $89
- Transfer Quito → Papallacta (one way / round trip): $85
- Private Transfer from Quito to Baños de Agua Santa (one way): $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Venice or Quito?
Prices for flights to both Quito 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 $128Quito $34
Typical Food Prices in Venice
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:
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Panini Sandwich$4.56
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Gelato$6.84
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Artichoke & Mushroom Pizza$9.01
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Expresso$2.22
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Slice of Pizza$2.54
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$90
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 Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
- Eating Venice Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $52
- Venice Street Food Tour with Local Guide with Local Food Market Visit: $52
- Tasty Street Food Tour of Venice City Center with Cicchetti & Local Specialties: $57
- Venice Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert: $58
- Guided Venice Street Food Tour and City Sightseeing: $58
- Venice Evening Food Tour: Bites, Drinks & Sit-Down Dinner: $59
- Express Venice Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta, Tiramisù & Wine: $76
- Tiramisu Cooking Class & Brunch in Venice – Make, Eat, and Enjoy!: $77
- Tailored Private Venetian Cooking Class: $80
- Guided Small Group Kickstart Food Tour of Venice: $82
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class: $84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.
- 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito: $38
- Guilty Pleasures Walking Food Tours in Quito: $45
- Quito Eats Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
- Quito Kitchens Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
- From Cayambe Traditional Cooking Class with Transfers: $60
- Quito Best Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $66
- Food Tour in quaint old town with tastings and lunch: $71
- Street Food Tour with Private Transport: $79
- Hidden Gems Food Tour with Cacao Tasting and Culture: $87
- Cooking Class with Chef, Market Tour & Transportation: $88
- Cooking Class with a chef and local market including hotel pickup: $89
- Private Famous Food Tour of Historic Old Town in Quito: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Venice $115Quito $16
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$17
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Bell tower of St. Mark Entrance Fee$9.12
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Gondola Ride (for Group)$91
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Secret Itinerary Tour- Doge's Palace$18
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The Jewish Museum Admission$3.42
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The Glass Museum in Murano$9.12
Tours and Activities in Venice
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.
- Self Guided Tour of Venice's Best Kept Secrets: $1.16
- Self-Guided Tours In Venice With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.53
- Venice San Marco Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.29
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Venice: $5.87
- Venice Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.88
- Venice Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.88
- Doge's Palace Venice Audio Tour Experience: $5.99
- Venice Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 26 Audio Commentaries: $6.96
- From Doges to Domes Self Guided Tour of Venice with App: $6.99
- Venice Murano and Burano Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $7.63
- Venezia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $7.67
- Holy Heist Self-Guided Adventure & Walking Game: $7.76
Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito
Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two$8.00
Tours and Activities in Quito
Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Adventure in Baths: Waterfalls, End of the World Swing and More”: $190
- 2 Day Quito to Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Tour with Accommodation: $281
- 2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included: $280
- 3-Day Adventure: Quito, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Jungle: $897
- 3-Day Andes Adventure Visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa and Baños: $239
- 3-Day Antisana & Amazon comunities, Caves, Baños Guided Tour: $734
- 6-Day Ecuador Heritage Tour: Art, Culture and Otavalo: $1,847
- All-Inclusive Private Mindo Cloud Forest Tour from Quito: $220
- Amazon Adventure: 4 Days of Nature & Culture from Quito: $1,770
- Andean Adventure : Riding and Cotopaxi Refuge: $140
- Antisana Birding Tours to see CONDORS - by Richard Hernandez: $185
- Antisana Volcano Birding & Natural History Condor Tour PRIVATE, all included: $210
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVenice $28Quito $17
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$5.93
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Beer$5.59
Sample the Local Flavors in Venice
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:
- Guided Visit and Wine Tasting at the Winery in Veneto: $29
- Guided tour of the Craft Brewery with tasting: $29
- Wine Tasting in Venice: $46
- Luxury Natural Wine Tasting with Cicchetti Tapas in Venice: $58
- 2 Hour Cicchetti and Wine Tasting Tour in Venice: $77
- Venice Carnival Pub Crawl with Drinks & Masked Party Night: $93
- A Venetian Evening: Wine Tasting and Cicchetti with a Local Guide: $105
- Wine Tasting and Cicchetti Stroll Guided Tour + Ebook: $136
- Venice food and wine tour - eat and drink like a local: $153
- Small Group Tour with Prosecco Wine Tasting from Venice: $165
- From Olive Oil & Wine Tour in the Venetian Hills: $187
- Prosecco Wine Tour with Sommelier – Pick-up from Treviso: $189
Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:
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Beers for Two$9.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Quito
Also in Quito, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ecuador Spirit Craft Brewery Tasting and Latitude 0 Private Tour: $155
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Venice and Quito, we can see that Venice is more expensive. And not only is Quito much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Venice is in Europe and Quito 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 Quito would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quito 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 Quito.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Venice Expensive? and Is Quito Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Venice or Quito?
Quito has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Venice. When comparing the sizes of Venice and Quito, 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.
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