Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Bari?
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 Bari or Costa Vicentina?
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 Bari and Costa Vicentina. 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: Bari or Costa Vicentina?
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Bari Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBari €137Costa Vicentina €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Bari is €137, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €150. 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 Bari and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBari €73Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBari €146Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Bari and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Bari or Costa Vicentina? 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: Bari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bari €11Costa Vicentina €40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
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Train to Lecce€44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bari Cruise Port to Bari Intl Airport (BRI) - Departure Private Transfer: $59
- Bari Cruise Port to Bari hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $59
- Bari Cruise Port to Bari hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $117
- Bari Cruise Port to Polignano Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $73
- Bari Per Matera - Matera Airport Transfer Service For Bari Airport: $215
- Private Airport to Matera Transfer: $78
- Polignano hotels to Bari Cruise Port Departure Private Transfer: $73
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Bisceglie: $142
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Castellana Grotte: $173
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Castellaneta Marina: $286
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Ginosa Marina: $287
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Masseria Torre Coccaro: $234
Is it cheaper to fly into Bari or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Bari 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 dayBari €55Costa Vicentina €59
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner€44
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Coffee€2.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bari Sunset and Tapas: Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $43
- Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $48
- Polignano : Typical Cooking Class with Aperitif and wine included: $70
- Apulian Cooking Class with Aperitif and Wine in Polignano a Mare: $78
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Bari: $82
- Bari : Nonna’s cooking class – Apulian Focaccia & Orecchiette: $83
- Experience Cooking Pasta in Polignano a Mare: $84
- cooking class of fresh pasta capunti and sweet rosé: $90
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $90
- Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better: $90
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Altamura: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Castellana Grotte with Show Cooking: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bari €8.61Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- Tour "Hunt for the treasures of Bari": $3.58
- Puglia Adventure: Self-Guided Treasures of Southern Italy: $9.55
- Bari Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Bari City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $9.55
- Olive Oil Private Tour and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting in Altamura: $24
- Walking tour Trani : $30
- 2 Hour Tour in Medieval Bari: $30
- POLIGNANO Kayak Tour + swimming stop in cave: $30
- Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkeling Mar y Sol: $36
- Bari Walking tour in small group : $36
- Bari Walking City Tour: $38
- Polignano a Mare boat tour emotions, caves, diving and appetizers: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBari €13Costa Vicentina €8.71
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
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Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- TRANI Wine Tours: Flavors of Puglia: $57
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $86
- Alberobello Locorotondo and Wine Tasting - Guided Tour From Bari: $169
When comparing the travel costs between Bari and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Costa Vicentina is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bari Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.