Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone or Costa de Prata?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Caltagirone and Costa de Prata 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.
Where Should I go: Caltagirone or Costa de Prata?
Caltagirone
Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCaltagirone €117Costa de Prata €184
The average daily cost (per person) in Caltagirone is €117, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €184. 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 Caltagirone and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCaltagirone €59Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCaltagirone €118Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Caltagirone and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Caltagirone or Costa de Prata? 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: Caltagirone Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Caltagirone €8.57Costa de Prata €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:
- Transfer from and to Catania Airport Taormina Giardini Naxos Letojanni Mazzarò. : $149
- Transfer from Favignana with Ticket Hydrofoil to Trapani Airport: $61
- Transfer from Favignana to Palermo Airport Ferry ticket included: $126
- Transfer from Catania airport to Marina di Ragusa or inverted: $167
- Transfer from Catania Airport : $49
- Transfer da aeroporto Trapani a San Vito Lo Capo: $74
- Transfer From Catania Airport to Taormina and surrounding Villages: $167
- Taxi transfer service from MESSINA Cruise/city or port to TAORMINA or viceversa: $120
- Taxi transfer service from CATANIA airport/city to Siracusa Ortigia or viceversa: $93
- Taxi transfer from CATANIA (everywhere) to MILAZZO (or viceversa): $170
- Taxi Transfer Service from CATANIA airport/city to COMISO airport (or viceversa): $120
- TRANSFER from Catania (wherever) to Pozzallo Port (or vice versa): $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Caltagirone or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and Caltagirone 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 dayCaltagirone €53Costa de Prata €77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Caltagirone
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.
- Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $59
- Cannoli Cooking Class in Taormina: $66
- Master the Art of Arancino: A Hands-On Cooking Class in Ortigia: $78
- Sicilian Street food tour: eat local in Messina : $78
- Cook, Eat & Embrace Sicily-An Authentic Cooking Experience : $83
- Cooking Class from Table to Tablecloths in Syracuse: $84
- 4-course Palermitan dinner in a cottage with a garden: $86
- Fishing in Selinunte and lunch with cooking of the catch: $87
- Palermo: Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class in Palermo: $88
- Half-Day Cooking Class with Lunch in Baglio Florio: $96
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Catania: $102
- Cooking class of typical dishes and lunch in Piazza Armerina: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Caltagirone €5.71Costa de Prata €13
Tours and Activities in Caltagirone
Here are a few actual costs in Caltagirone for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Godfather tour , Taormina and Messina: $185
- Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $54
- Palermo Food and Drink Sailing Private Experience: $263
- Pantelleria Boat Tour with Lunch on Board: $110
- Private Taormina Sunset walking Tour with Aperitif : $179
- Sunset tour of the Valley of the Temples with skip-the-line ticket: $48
- Tour from cruise port Messina to Taormina Castelmola and beach : $185
- 1 hour Calessino/Tuk tuk Tour to Syracuse or Ortigia Island : $144
- 1-Day Cruise with Lunch and Snorkeling to Favignana from Marsala: $90
- 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $42
- 2 hour Quad tour on the Etna volcano: $161
- 2-hour boat tour in Taormina Bay with swim stop : $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCaltagirone €13Costa de Prata €8.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:
- Catania Nightlife Pub Crawl: $16
- Pub Crawl Palermo: $19
- Authentic Marsala Wine Tasting Experience in a Historic Winery: $24
- Historic winery visit with food and wine tasting in Marsala: $35
- Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $38
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $41
- Wine Tasting among the Secular Carob Trees of Mazara del Vallo: $42
- Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $53
- Wine Tasting in an Old Millstone: $54
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $57
- Hidden Palermo Bike Tour with Organic Wine Tasting: $66
- Castelbuono Tour and Wine Tasting in a Medieval Abbey: $68
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caltagirone and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata is more expensive. And not only is Caltagirone much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caltagirone would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caltagirone 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata than you might in Caltagirone.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caltagirone Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Caltagirone or Costa de Prata?
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 Caltagirone or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Caltagirone as well as Costa de Prata. Many travelers come to Caltagirone for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Caltagirone is generally a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Caltagirone average around 26°C (79°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In the summer, Caltagirone often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun.
Caltagirone usually gets less rain in July than Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCaltagirone 26°C (79°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Caltagirone or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
Both Costa de Prata and Caltagirone are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Caltagirone in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Caltagirone is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the autumn. The daily temperature in Caltagirone averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Caltagirone usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during autumn. Caltagirone gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In October, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCaltagirone 19°C (67°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Caltagirone or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Caltagirone during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Caltagirone for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Caltagirone is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the winter temperatures in Caltagirone in January average around 10°C (51°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Caltagirone often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun.
Costa de Prata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Caltagirone usually gets less rain in January than Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCaltagirone 10°C (51°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Caltagirone or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Caltagirone and Costa de Prata. The spring months attract visitors to Caltagirone because of the natural beauty.
In April, Caltagirone is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Caltagirone average around 15°C (58°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Caltagirone, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caltagirone usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during spring. Caltagirone gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Caltagirone gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCaltagirone 15°C (58°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Caltagirone
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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