Which place is cheaper, Bologna or Vigo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vigo or Bologna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vigo and Bologna. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vigo or Bologna?
Vigo
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVigo €99Bologna €159
The average daily cost (per person) in Vigo is €99, while the average daily cost in Bologna is €159. 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 Vigo and Bologna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVigo €43Bologna €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVigo €86Bologna €174
Compare Hotels in Vigo and Bologna
Looking for a hotel in Vigo or Bologna? 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: Vigo Hotel Prices and Bologna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vigo €37Bologna €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Marconi Airport Bus Transfer to/from Calenzano City: $21
- Marconi Airport Bus Transfer to/from Florence City: $21
- Bologna Airport: Private Transfer: $43
- Bologna Airport transfer: $46
- Ravenna Port to Ravenna Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- Bologna to Bologna Airport (BLQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Arrival Transfer Bologna Airport BLQ to Bologna City by Sedan: $56
- Private Transfer from Bologna City Hotels to Ancona Cruise Port: $76
- Bologna to Florence - Departure Private Transfer: $83
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $86
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) to Bologna - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
- Ravenna port to Ravenna hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Vigo or Bologna?
Prices for flights to both Bologna and Vigo 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 dayVigo €35Bologna €39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Virtual Cooking Class: Ravioli variations with classic tomato sauce: $35
- Bologna Food Tour including Tagliatelle, Mortadella, Wine: $57
- Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $73
- Exclusive Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $74
- Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $75
- Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal: $80
- Traditional Recipes Cooking Class with Local Wines: $82
- Hands on Home Cooking Class: $84
- Walking Food Tour with a Local Guide: $84
- Tastes and Traditions Food Tour with Market Visit: $84
- Tastes & Traditions of Food Tour with Market Visit: $86
- Bologna traditional food tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vigo €10Bologna €38
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.09
- Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $1.09
- Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $10
- Tui Cathedral Guided Tour: $13
- Abanca Balaídos Tour, RC Celta’s Stadium: $16
- Ticket/Photo-Theme Park and Retro Gamer Activity in Vigo: $17
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $17
- Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)€31
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€115
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)€67
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)€12
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)€12
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide: $4.36
- From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.81
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Porta Galliera to Le Tre Frecce: $5.99
- Self-Guided Historical Audio Tour: $5.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.42
- Bologna Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Digital Guide made by a Local for your walking tour: $7.49
- Bologna's Ancient and Recent History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Ancient and Recent History Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVigo €5.71Bologna €28
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $38
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $53
- Monte San Pietro: Montevecchio Isolani Tour & Wine Tasting: $53
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $69
- Wine Tasting Tour in One of the Oldest Inns: $70
- Bologna Wine Tasting in One of the Oldest Inns: $71
- Small-Group Half-Day Wine Tour with Tasting in Dozza Village: $102
- Taste the real Bologna Food and Wine tour: $107
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Local Guide: $118
- Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting: $131
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with a local guide : $138
- Italian Wine Tasting on the Panoramic Terrace in Bologna: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vigo and Bologna, we can see that Bologna is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna than you might in Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vigo Expensive? and Is Bologna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vigo or Bologna?
Bologna has a larger population, and is about 27% larger than the population of Vigo. When comparing the sizes of Vigo and Bologna, 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 Vigo or Bologna?
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 Vigo or Bologna in the Summer?
Both Bologna and Vigo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bologna in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Vigo is cooler than Bologna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vigo in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Bologna averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Bologna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bologna during summer. Vigo gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Bologna receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vigo usually receives more rain than Bologna. Vigo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVigo 21°C (70°F)Bologna 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Bologna in the Autumn?
Both Bologna and Vigo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Bologna for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Vigo is generally around the same temperature as Bologna. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 17°C (62°F), and Bologna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Vigo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bologna. Vigo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bologna receives 177 hours of full sun.
Bologna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually gets more rain in October than Bologna. Vigo gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVigo 17°C (62°F)Bologna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Bologna in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vigo and Bologna. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Bologna because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Bologna can be very cold. Vigo is much warmer than Bologna in the winter. The daily temperature in Vigo averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Bologna fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Vigo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bologna during winter. Vigo gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while Bologna receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.
Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Vigo usually receives more rain than Bologna. Vigo gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVigo 10°C (50°F)Bologna 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Bologna in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vigo as well as Bologna. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Bologna this time of year.
In the spring, Vigo is around the same temperature as Bologna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vigo in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Bologna averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Vigo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bologna. Vigo gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bologna receives 192 hours of full sun.
Vigo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Vigo usually gets more rain in April than Bologna. Vigo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVigo 13°C (56°F)Bologna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Bologna and Vigo
| Vigo | Bologna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
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