Which place is cheaper, Reims or Viseu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Viseu and Reims can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Viseu is the beautiful capital city of the Centro Region of Portugal, located northeast of Lisbon. The city, which is situated in the center of the famous Dao wine region, offers stunning natural scenery and beautiful ancient architecture. The best time to visit Viseu is during the summer from June through September when temperatures tend to range from 75-85° Fahrenheit and there is less rain. From October-May, temperatures tend to stay between 45-60° F and rainfall is at its highest.
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lisbon, The Best 10-Day Tours from Lisbon, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Viseu is €98, while the average daily cost in Reims is €131. 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 Viseu and Reims in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
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Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Viseu and Reims, we can see that Reims is more expensive. And not only is Viseu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Viseu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Viseu 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims than you might in Viseu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Viseu Expensive? and Is Reims Expensive?.
Reims has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Viseu. When comparing the sizes of Viseu and Reims, 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.
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.
Both Reims and Viseu during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Reims because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Viseu is generally a little warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Viseu average around 23°C (73°F), and Reims fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In Reims, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Viseu. In the summer, Viseu often gets more sunshine than Reims. Viseu gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 235 hours of full sun.
Viseu usually gets less rain in July than Reims. Viseu gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Viseu and Reims. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Reims this time of year.
Viseu is much warmer than Reims in the autumn. The daily temperature in Viseu averages around 18°C (65°F) in October, and Reims fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Viseu usually receives more sunshine than Reims during autumn. Viseu gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 122 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Viseu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Viseu usually receives more rain than Reims. Viseu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Viseu as well as Reims. Also, many travelers come to Reims for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Reims. In the winter, Viseu is much warmer than Reims. Typically, the winter temperatures in Viseu in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Reims averages at about 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Viseu often gets more sunshine than Reims. Viseu gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 50 hours of full sun.
Viseu receives a lot of rain in the winter. Viseu usually gets more rain in January than Reims. Viseu gets 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Reims receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Reims and Viseu are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Reims in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Viseu is generally much warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Viseu average around 15°C (59°F), and Reims fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Viseu. Viseu usually receives more sunshine than Reims during spring. Viseu gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 172 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Viseu usually receives more rain than Reims. Viseu gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Reims receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Viseu | Reims | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
May | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |