A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aveiro vs. New York City for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aveiro or New York City?

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 Aveiro and New York City. 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: Aveiro or New York City?

Aveiro

Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.

While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.

Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.

New York City

The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.


Which place is cheaper, New York City or Aveiro?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Aveiro Prices
    Portugal Prices
    New York City Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Aveiro $118
    New York City $363

The average daily cost (per person) in Aveiro is $118, while the average daily cost in New York City is $363. 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 Aveiro and New York City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aveiro $54
    New York City $175
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aveiro $108
    New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Aveiro and New York City

Looking for a hotel in Aveiro or New York City? 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.

Hotels in Aveiro


Hotels in New York City


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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: Aveiro Hotel Prices and New York City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aveiro $10
    New York City $49

Typical Local Transportation Prices in New York City

Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:


  • Subway
    $4.50
  • Taxi Ride
    $8.00
  • Subway
    $2.50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City

Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Empire State Building NYC Tour, Pre-booked Tickets, Transfer: $300
  • New York J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Baltimore City - Arrival Private Transfer: $300
  • Skip the line One World Observatory Private Tour with Transfers : $296
  • Central Park Zoo Skip-the-line Tickets & Private Transfers: $291
  • Private Transfer from New York Airport (JFK) to New York Hotels : $287
  • Private Transfer from or to New York to EWR Airport or vice versa: $280
  • Airport Limousine Transfer one-way - LaGuardia Airport - Lincoln MKT: $275
  • New York City Airport Arrival Transfer by Sprinter LGA JFK EWR: $260
  • EWR, LGA, JFK Private Airport Transfer in NYC with SUV or Sedan: $252
  • JFK/LGA/EWR to Manhattan Private Transfer - Up to 14 Pax: $250
  • New York City Airport Departure Transfer by Sprinter LGA JFK EWR: $250
  • Private SUV New York City Airport Departure Transfer : $235

Is it cheaper to fly into Aveiro or New York City?

Prices for flights to both New York City and Aveiro 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Aveiro $57
    New York City $87

Typical Food Prices in New York City

For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Gelato
    $7.50
  • Snacks for Two at Yankees Game
    $34
  • Coffee
    $6.53
  • Smoothie
    $6.95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City

For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • East Village Noho Food Tour: $32
  • The Chinatown, Little Italy, Food Tour: $35
  • The Lower East Side Food Tour: $35
  • Sweets and Slices Greenwich Village Walking Food Tour: $49
  • New York City's Best Pizza tour: $59
  • Made in Brooklyn Food Tour: $65
  • Greenwich Village Pizza Walk: $75
  • Brooklyn Pizza Walk: $75
  • New York's Classic Eats West Village Food Tour: $75
  • New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour: $75
  • Union Square Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $75
  • East Village Pizza Walk: $75

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aveiro $10
    New York City $180

Typical Entertainment Prices in New York City

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Comedy Show Tickets
    $56
  • City Map
    $8.00
  • Broadway Musical
    $111
  • Broadway Show Program
    $10
  • Magazine
    $6.99

Tours and Activities in New York City

For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53: $42
  • 9/11 Memorial Tour with Skip-the-Line Museum Ticket: $65
  • Central Park Pedicab Tours - History and Movie Locations: $50
  • Godfather Movie Locations New York Tour with Private Guide: $195
  • Grand Central Terminal Walking Tour: $35
  • Harlem Bronx Brooklyn Queens Tour in 7 Hours: $65
  • New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village: $39
  • Official Central Park Pedicab Tours: $50
  • VIP Central Park Experience Tour with photos 50min~Skip the line: $280
  • & Juliet on Broadway Ticket : $94
  • & Juliet on Broadway Ticket with VIP Experience and Lunch: $299
  • "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour: $133

For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.


Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aveiro $20
    New York City $29

Sample the Local Flavors in New York City

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:

  • Brooklyn Distillery Tour : $22
  • NYC Pub Crawl Experience: $24
  • Distillery Tour and Tasting: $25
  • NYC Pub Crawl Tour: $30
  • NYC Pub Crawl with Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $33
  • Top Shelf Distillery Tour: $33
  • New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
  • Cheers to Chinatown Tour and Bar Crawl: $40
  • Brooklyn Literary Pub Crawl: $49
  • Greenwich Village Piano Bar Crawl: $50
  • Broadway Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64
  • Little Italy Prohibition Pub Crawl: $64


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aveiro and New York City, we can see that New York City is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aveiro is in Europe and New York City is in North 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 Aveiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aveiro 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 New York City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New York City than you might in Aveiro.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aveiro Expensive? and Is New York City Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Aveiro or New York City?

New York City has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Aveiro and New York City, 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 Aveiro or New York City?

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 Aveiro or New York City in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aveiro and New York City. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to New York City this time of year.

In the summer, Aveiro is cooler than New York City. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aveiro in July average around 21°C (69°F), and New York City averages at about 77°F (25°C).

New York City receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Aveiro usually receives less rain than New York City. Aveiro gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Aveiro 21°C (69°F) 
    New York City 77°F (25°C)

Should I visit Aveiro or New York City in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Aveiro as well as New York City. Also, many travelers come to New York City for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Aveiro is generally a little warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Aveiro average around 17°C (62°F), and New York City fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).

Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Aveiro usually gets more rain in October than New York City. Aveiro gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Aveiro 17°C (62°F) 
    New York City 57°F (14°C)

Should I visit Aveiro or New York City in the Winter?

Both New York City and Aveiro are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to New York City in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

New York City can get quite cold in the winter. Aveiro is much warmer than New York City in the winter. The daily temperature in Aveiro averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and New York City fluctuates around 31°F (-1°C).

It's quite rainy in Aveiro. In January, Aveiro usually receives more rain than New York City. Aveiro gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Aveiro 10°C (50°F) 
    New York City 31°F (-1°C)

Should I visit Aveiro or New York City in the Spring?

Both New York City and Aveiro during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to New York City for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Aveiro is a little warmer than New York City. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aveiro in April average around 14°C (56°F), and New York City averages at about 52°F (11°C).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. Aveiro usually gets more rain in April than New York City. Aveiro gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Aveiro 14°C (56°F) 
    New York City 52°F (11°C)

Typical Weather for New York City and Aveiro

Aveiro New York City
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 171 mm (6.7 in) 31°F (-1°C) 3.4 inches (86 mm)
Feb 11°C (51°F) 169 mm (6.7 in) 33°F (1°C) 3 inches (77 mm)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in) 42°F (6°C) 3.9 inches (98 mm)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 112 mm (4.4 in) 52°F (11°C) 3.8 inches (98 mm)
May 16°C (60°F) 89 mm (3.5 in) 63°F (17°C) 4.1 inches (105 mm)
Jun 19°C (66°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 72°F (22°C) 3.2 inches (82 mm)
Jul 21°C (69°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 77°F (25°C) 4.5 inches (114 mm)
Aug 20°C (69°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 76°F (24°C) 3.9 inches (99 mm)
Sep 20°C (67°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 68°F (20°C) 3.7 inches (93 mm)
Oct 17°C (62°F) 131 mm (5.2 in) 57°F (14°C) 3.1 inches (78 mm)
Nov 13°C (55°F) 152 mm (6 in) 47°F (8°C) 3.9 inches (99 mm)
Dec 11°C (51°F) 176 mm (6.9 in) 36°F (2°C) 3.4 inches (88 mm)