Which place is cheaper, La Spezia or Braga?
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 Braga or La Spezia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Braga or La Spezia? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Braga or La Spezia?
Braga
Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.
La Spezia
Located on the coast beside the Ligurian Sea, La Spezia is known for its military and commercial harbors hosting the arsenal of the Italian Navy. It is also well connected by rail and by boat to Cinque Terre National Park - a unique collection of five medieval villages along the coastline - as well as other coastal towns of the region. Other attractions include a number of museums as well as an annual boat race called Palio de Golfo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy.
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Braga Prices
Portugal PricesLa Spezia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBraga €142La Spezia €235
The average daily cost (per person) in Braga is €142, while the average daily cost in La Spezia is €235. 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 Braga and La Spezia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBraga €54La Spezia €109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBraga €108La Spezia €218
Compare Hotels in Braga and La Spezia
Looking for a hotel in Braga or La Spezia? 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: Braga Hotel Prices and La Spezia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Braga €20La Spezia €41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
- Private Sedan Transfer from Braga or Guimaraes City to Porto City: $66
- Esposende Private Transfer to Porto: $45
- Braga Private Transfer to Porto: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Spezia
Also for La Spezia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Spezia hotels to La Spezia Port: $67
- La Spezia to La Spezia Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Port to La Spezia Hotels: $67
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Guided Tour of Florence & Pisa with Bus Transfer: $87
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
- Private Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre by car or van: $155
- La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Intl Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $210
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Airport (PSA): $210
- Private Transfer La Spezia to Pisa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $222
- Arrival Private Transfer La Spezia to Genoa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $278
- Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre and Return to the Ship: $299
Is it cheaper to fly into Braga or La Spezia?
Prices for flights to both La Spezia and Braga 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 dayBraga €70La Spezia €96
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Braga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
- Authentic Braga Food Tour with Lunch & Local Guide 3 Hours: $106
- Local Heritage Food Tour Gastronomy and Culture of Viana: $154
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Full Meal Food Tour: $99
- Small-Group Street Food Tour: $104
- Sunset Cruise with Aperitif and Dinner: $105
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $106
- Tour of Apericena at Sunset and Dinner on Boat: $108
- La Spezia. Sunset Aperitif and Dinner on the Boat: $115
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in La Spezia: $118
- La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour: $136
- Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
- Sunset dinner boat tour in the Gulf of Poets: $169
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in La Spezia: $173
- Cooking Class and Home Restaurant Experience: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Braga €16La Spezia €39
Tours and Activities in Braga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
- 1h Buggy Tour • Arcos de Valdevez • Peneda Gerês: $106
- 2h Buggy Tour • Arcos de Valdevez • Peneda Gerês: $166
- 2h Quad Tour • Arcos de Valdevez • Peneda Gerês: $130
- 4X4 Privat Tour – Discovering DA Serra d ́ Arga: $191
- 4X4 Privat Tour - Peneda-Gerês National Park: $221
- A Guimarães Hidden Gems Walking Tour Experience : $24
- Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour: $120
- Braga Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $268
- Braga Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $3.59
- Braga Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tourer Hunt: $4.49
- Braga and Guimarães Full Day Private Tour from Porto: $181
- Braga’s Timeless Treasures: A Cultural Walking Tour: $288
Tours and Activities in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Interactive tour of Portovenere: $11
- tour HOP ON HOP OFF con trenino e guida turistica: $12
- La Spezia Walking Tour: History, Panoramic Views, & Museum: $49
- From Round-Trip to Pisa Cruise Shore Excursion: $50
- Guided Walking Tour with Italian-Inspired Music: $50
- From La Spezia to Pisa with optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $51
- Pisa Tour by bus: $60
- Private trip La Spezia to La Spezia Cruise Port or Train Station: $67
- From Portovenere Islands Golden Hour Boat Tour: $70
- Home Restaurant Experience with Pool Access: $70
- Rome Colosseum Ticket PM Entry and 48 Hours Hop on Hop Off bus: $72
- Dolcevita Aperitif Golden Hour Cruise in Portovenere Archipelago: $72
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBraga €21La Spezia €35
Sample the Local Flavors in Braga
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
- Customized Wine Tasting: Your Choices: $30
- Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $62
- Wine tour at Mosteiro de Tibães with an exclusive wine tasting: $66
- Tour of the Green Wine villages and wine tasting.: $119
- Green Wine Ponte Lima Region-Small Group tour-Lunch,Wine Tastings: $161
- Private Culture and Wine Tourism Tour: $245
Sample the Local Flavors in La Spezia
Also in La Spezia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Hiking in the Cinque Terre with wine tasting and light lunch: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Braga and La Spezia, we can see that La Spezia is more expensive. And not only is Braga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Braga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Braga 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 La Spezia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Spezia than you might in Braga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Braga Expensive? and Is La Spezia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Braga or La Spezia?
Braga has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of La Spezia. When comparing the sizes of Braga and La Spezia, 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.
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.