Which place is cheaper, Pisa 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 Pisa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Braga or Pisa? 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 Pisa?
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.
Pisa
Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.
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 2-Week Tours in Italy, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBraga €142Pisa €239
The average daily cost (per person) in Braga is €142, while the average daily cost in Pisa is €239. 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 Pisa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBraga €54Pisa €104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBraga €108Pisa €208
Compare Hotels in Braga and Pisa
Looking for a hotel in Braga or Pisa? 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 Pisa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Braga €20Pisa €44
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
- Braga Private Transfer to Porto: $60
- Esposende Private Transfer to Porto: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa
Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pisa Airport: Transfer to/from Pisa Central Railway Station: $7.58
- Train Transfer from Pisa Airport to San Giusto/Aurelia: $7.58
- Tasting in a Tuscan Vineyard with transfer from Pisa: $104
- Tasting in a Tuscan Vineyard with transfer from Pisa : $106
- Private Transfer from Pisa city hotels to Livorno Cruise Port: $114
- PRIVATE TRANSFER: from Pisa to Florence with private chauffeur: $118
- Pisa Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to City centre: $128
- Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $135
- Pisa hotels to Livorno Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $143
- Private Transfer from Tirrenia to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $143
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Vecchiano: $143
- Pisa Private Transfer from Pisa city centre to Pisa Airport: $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Braga or Pisa?
Prices for flights to both Pisa 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 €70Pisa €102
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
Typical Food Prices in Pisa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:
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Dinner€75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa
For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chianni: wine and oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $59
- Pisa’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $89
- Dining experience at a local's home in Pontedera with cooking demo: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Carrara with Show Cooking: $102
- Ultimate Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal with a Local: $104
- Pisa Private Cooking Class: $106
- Authentic Full dinner & Wine Experience with a Sommelier in Pisa: $112
- Pisa Traditional Food Tour: $142
- Private Show Cooking and Social Dining Experience: $152
- Private Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $152
- Private Home-Made Pasta Cooking Class in Pisa.: $155
- Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Braga €16Pisa €43
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 Pisa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.
- Pisa Leaning Tower and Cathedral Official Entry Ticket: $18
- The Electric Minibus Experience: $19
- Guided Walking Tour with Optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $21
- Cathedral Guided Tour & Optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $22
- Leaning Tower Pisa Complex Entry Ticket without Tower Climb: $23
- Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide: $23
- Pisa Leaning Tower & Cathedral Official Ticket & Audio Guide: $23
- Camposanto and Cathedral Entry Tickets and Audio Guide: $23
- Square of Miracles guided tour with Leaning Tower ticket (option): $24
- Pisa guided tour of Piazza del Duomo: $24
- Pisa Leaning Tower Official Entry Ticket: $24
- Flexible Ticket to Pisa Complex All Attraction except Tower Climb: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBraga €21Pisa €21
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 Pisa
Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Local Food Pairing: $41
- Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $46
- Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $47
- Soiana: Vineyard & Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting near Pisa: $52
- Cathedral Guided Tour & Wine Tasting & Optional Tower: $85
- From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $98
- Chianti Half-day Wine Tour in the Tuscan's Hills from Pisa: $106
- Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $108
- Tuscan Wine Tour by van from Pisa: $185
- Chianti Classico Wine Tour and San Gimignano Visit Half Day: $215
- "Ramble Through The Rolling Hills Of Chianti" with lunch & Wine Tastings: $299
- PRIVATE TOUR: Full-Day in Volterra & San Gimignano with Wine Tasting Experience: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Braga and Pisa, we can see that Pisa 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa 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 Pisa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Braga or Pisa?
Braga has a larger population, and is about 35% larger than the population of Pisa. When comparing the sizes of Braga and Pisa, 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 Braga or Pisa?
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 Braga or Pisa in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Braga as well as Pisa. Additionally, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.
In July, Braga is generally cooler than Pisa. Daily temperatures in Braga average around 21°C (69°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pisa. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Braga this time of the year. In the summer, Braga often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Pisa. Braga gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 316 hours of full sun.
Braga usually gets less rain in July than Pisa. Braga gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBraga 21°C (69°F)Pisa 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Braga or Pisa in the Autumn?
Both Pisa and Braga are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Pisa for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Braga is around the same temperature as Pisa in the autumn. The daily temperature in Braga averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Pisa fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Braga usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pisa during autumn. Braga gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pisa. It's quite rainy in Braga. In October, Braga usually receives less rain than Pisa. Braga gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBraga 17°C (62°F)Pisa 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Braga or Pisa in the Winter?
Both Pisa and Braga during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Pisa in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Braga is a little warmer than Pisa. Typically, the winter temperatures in Braga in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Pisa averages at about 7°C (45°F).
In the winter, Braga often gets more sunshine than Pisa. Braga gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 105 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Braga. Braga usually gets more rain in January than Pisa. Braga gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBraga 10°C (50°F)Pisa 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Braga or Pisa in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Braga and Pisa. Also, most visitors come to Pisa for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Braga is generally around the same temperature as Pisa. Daily temperatures in Braga average around 14°C (56°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Braga, it's very sunny this time of the year. Braga usually receives more sunshine than Pisa during spring. Braga gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
Pisa receives a lot of rain in the spring. Braga gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Braga usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pisa. Braga gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBraga 14°C (56°F)Pisa 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pisa and Braga
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 80 mm (3.1 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.