Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Coimbra?
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 Vilnius and Coimbra. 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: Vilnius or Coimbra?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €117Coimbra €138
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €117, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €138. 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 Vilnius and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €41Coimbra €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €82Coimbra €88
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Coimbra? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €7.26Coimbra €11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport€0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- VNO Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $48
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $230
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $288
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $69
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $41
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $41
- Kaunas Airport Private Transfer from Kaunas to Vilnius: $175
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $200
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $749
- From Private Transfer to Riga with Sightseeing: $448
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $159
- Fatima Private Transfers to Multiple Destinations: $159
- Coimbra Private Transfers Multiple Destinations: $162
- Private transfer from/to Fátima - Porto, Braga or Guimarães: $211
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €63Coimbra €83
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Traditional Lithuanian Cooking Class with Locals: $114
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $116
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $116
- Lithuanian Cooking Class in the city center: $176
- Folk Show and Lithuanian Traditional Dinner: $980
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.57Coimbra €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $138
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $507
- 2 Hours Private Historical Walking Tour in Lithuania: $118
- Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius: $24
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $10
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $34
- Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour: $35
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $247
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.53
- Tomar Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.67
- Leiria Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.67
- Coimbra’s Jewish Heritage An Audio Tour of the Medieval Town: $5.00
- Coimbra Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.31
- Highlights Walking Tour With a Certified Guide: $5.82
- Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour: $5.90
- TOP Coimbra : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.90
- Kings, Scholars and Rebels Self Guided Tour of Coimbra: $6.30
- Coimbra Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h25 and 25 Audio Comments: $6.96
- Coimbra’s Timeless Tracks: An Enchanting Train Tour: $8.73
- Self-Guided Tour of Fado Traditions in Coimbra: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.08Coimbra €12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $61
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $91
- Wine Tasting Experience with Sommelier: $444
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra than you might in Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Coimbra?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Coimbra, 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 Vilnius or Coimbra?
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 Vilnius or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Vilnius during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
In the summer, Vilnius is cooler than Coimbra. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Coimbra averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vilnius. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Coimbra. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Coimbra. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Vilnius can get quite cold in the winter. Vilnius is much colder than Coimbra in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Vilnius usually gets less rain in January than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Coimbra. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Coimbra averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Coimbra during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Coimbra | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.