Which place is cheaper, Madeira Islands or Catania?
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 Catania or Madeira Islands?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Catania and Madeira Islands can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Madeira Islands?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
Madeira Islands
Madeira, Portugal is an archipelago consisting of four islands, each covered with lush vegetation and mountainous landscapes. Madeira is famous for its fresh fish and namesake Madeira wine, which can be found throughout the main island. This area is the perfect blend of relaxing beaches and thrill-inducing activities such as paragliding and mountain biking. Portuguese is the main language here, although English is spoken widely by those in the tourism industry.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal.
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Catania Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatania €150Madeira Islands €49,816
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €150, while the average daily cost in Madeira Islands is €49,816. 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 Catania and Madeira Islands in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Madeira Islands €23,804
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Madeira Islands €
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Compare Hotels in Catania and Madeira Islands
Looking for a hotel in Catania or Madeira Islands? 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: Catania Hotel Prices and Madeira Islands Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Madeira Islands €4,784
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- Transfers from Catania to Noto : $223
- Transfers from Catania airport to Noto : $115
- Transfer service from Catania airport to different cities: $149
- Transfer service TAXI da Catania aeroporto /city a Marzamemi: $117
- Transfer from Catania to Agrigento With van: $190
- Transfer Catania to Agrigento : $205
- Transfer Catania / Licata Airport: $238
- Transfer Catania / Agrigento Airport: $238
- Private transfer from Catania City or APT to Siracusa: $249
- Private Transfer from Taormina to Syracuse (Direct or with Stops): $188
- Private Transfer from Catania to Taormina or vice versa: $83
- Private Transfer from Catania to Syracuse with Tour options: $96
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Madeira Islands?
Prices for flights to both Madeira Islands and Catania 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 dayCatania €70Madeira Islands €16,907
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- The Sweet Side of Sicily – A Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $66
- Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better: $74
- Street food tour of Catania by night: $83
- Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner: $113
- the Magic and secrets of Sicilian Cooking Classes: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Catania: $173
- Cooking Class in Taormina with Lunch Included: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catania €19Madeira Islands €13,949
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- 7-hour city tour of Enna and Piazza Armerina Villa Romana : $227
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $262
- Adventure on Mount Etna: Experience the Magic of Snow with Snowshoes: $83
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $144
- Bike tour of Catania by e-bike: $78
- Buscemi - Palazzolo Acreide - Marzamemi Tour: $239
- CATANIA : Etna Sunset Tour with Free Pick-Up from Catania: $70
- COMMISSARIO MONTALBANO Tour: $281
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
- Catania Private Walking Tour with "Arancino and Cannolo" Tasting: $238
- Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure: $76
- Catania Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $6.58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Madeira Islands €3,505
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Sicilian Villages Wine Tasting, Oil and Ricotta, Lunch Included: $96
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $127
- Castelmola and Etna Wine Tasting Tour from Messina: $167
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $173
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $184
- Private visit to the cellars of Etna with wine tasting: $222
- Etna private tour with wine cellar gambino lunch and wine tasting: $281
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Madeira Islands, we can see that Madeira Islands is more expensive. And not only is Catania much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catania would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catania 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 Madeira Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Madeira Islands than you might in Catania.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catania Expensive? and Is Madeira Islands Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Catania or Madeira Islands?
Catania has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Madeira Islands. When comparing the sizes of Catania and Madeira Islands, 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.