A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Sestri Levante for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Sestri Levante?

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 Evora and Sestri Levante. 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: Evora or Sestri Levante?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Sestri Levante

Sestri Levante is a beautiful little town located on the Italian Riviera coastline of northwest Italy. Amongst the streets busy with visitors and locals, there is a pleasant sea breeze, shops galore, a lively dining scene, and historic landmarks like the area nicknamed the "Bay of Fairy Tales," as Hans Christian Andersen had lived in the village for a short time.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, and The Best Historical Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Sestri Levante or Evora?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Evora Prices
    Portugal Prices
    Sestri Levante Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Evora 142
    Sestri Levante 167

The average daily cost (per person) in Evora is €142, while the average daily cost in Sestri Levante is €167. 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 Evora and Sestri Levante in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Sestri Levante 75
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Sestri Levante 150
Compare Hotels in Evora and Sestri Levante

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Sestri Levante? 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.

Hotels in Evora


Hotels in Sestri Levante


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Sestri Levante Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Sestri Levante 56

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $59

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Sestri Levante?

Prices for flights to both Sestri Levante and Evora 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Evora 77
    Sestri Levante 59

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Sestri Levante 25

Tours and Activities in Evora

Here are a few actual costs in Evora for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $279
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $115
  • Évora Unforgetable Sidecar Tour: $47
  • Évora or Montemor: Beekeeping Guided Tour with Honey Tasting: $82
  • Évora or Montemor: Guided Tour of the Escoural Caves: $29
  • Évora: Alentejo Region 7-Day Guided Cycling Tour: $2,032
  • Évora: Private tour with entrance tickets to main monuments: $116
  • Évora: Small Group Tour with Chapel of Bones "Skip the Line": $46
  • 2hr Cork Tour in a Jeep: $90
  • Alentejo Food Walking Tour in Borba: $48
  • Cork & Prickly Pear Tour - Private Tour to the Heritage of Pepe Aromas: $38
  • Museu Nacional Frei Manuel E-Ticket & Audio Tour: $22

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Sestri Levante 7.86

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

Also in Evora, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Golden Era of Évora walking & the portuguese wine tasting.: $47
  • The Roman Tour & Wine tasting.: $58
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz with Alentejo Wine Tasting: $89
  • From Lisbon: Évora Day Trip with Optional Wine Tasting: $103
  • Évora: Megalithic Sites and Wine Tasting Tour: $117
  • Évora or Montemor: Beekeeping, Chocolate factory, Wine tasting: $164


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Evora and Sestri Levante, we can see that Sestri Levante is more expensive. And not only is Evora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Evora would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Evora 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 Sestri Levante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sestri Levante than you might in Evora.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Evora Expensive? and Is Sestri Levante Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Evora or Sestri Levante?

Evora has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Sestri Levante. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Sestri Levante, 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.