A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fuerteventura Island vs. Venice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fuerteventura Island or Venice?

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 Fuerteventura Island and Venice. 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: Fuerteventura Island or Venice?

Fuerteventura Island

Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.

Venice

The canals of Venice are one of the most popular and emulated destinations in the world. In it's hay day, Venice was at the center of politics, exploration, arts and architecture. Today that history is still very much alive and well. The city is unlike any other in the world. The best way to immerse yourself in Venice is to get yourself lost in the alleyways. It's actually quite easy to do and you'll find yourself stumbling into the most interesting places, hidden away from the crowds of Piazzo San Marco.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Venice or Fuerteventura Island?

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

  • Fuerteventura Island Prices
    Spain Prices
    Venice Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Fuerteventura Island 148
    Venice 276

The average daily cost (per person) in Fuerteventura Island is €148, while the average daily cost in Venice is €276. 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 Fuerteventura Island and Venice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fuerteventura Island 61
    Venice 120
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fuerteventura Island 122
    Venice 240
Compare Hotels in Fuerteventura Island and Venice

Looking for a hotel in Fuerteventura Island or Venice? 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 Fuerteventura Island


Hotels in Venice


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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: Venice Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fuerteventura Island 46
    Venice 27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island

Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $48

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Venice

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Venice:


  • Venice 12 Hour Transport Pass
    16
  • Vaporetto Ride
    6.50
  • 1 Day Travel Card
    18
  • 7 Day Transport Card (for Two)
    101

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Venice

Also for Venice, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Marco Polo Airport Private Transfer to Hotel by Car& Boat: $164
  • Venice, Piazzale Roma to Venice Airport (VCE)- Departure Transfer: $75
  • Venice, Cruise Port to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
  • Venice to Treviso Airport (TSF) - Departure Private Transfer : $149
  • Venice to Chioggia Port - Departure Private Transfer: $157
  • Venice Shared Departure Transfer: Central Venice to Marittima Cruise Port: $47
  • Venice Shared Arrival Transfer: Marittima Cruise Port to Central Venice: $47
  • Venice Private Transfer (Hotel, Port, Venice or Treviso Airport, Mestre TrainSt): $149
  • Venice Private Arrival Transfer by Water Taxi: Cruise Port to Central Venice: $195
  • Venice Marco Polo Airport Private Departure Transfer: $299
  • Venice Marco Polo Airport Private Arrival Transfer via Motorboat: $299
  • Venice Marco Polo Airport Link Departure Transfer: $47

Is it cheaper to fly into Fuerteventura Island or Venice?

Prices for flights to both Venice and Fuerteventura Island 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
    Fuerteventura Island 57
    Venice 112

Typical Food Prices in Venice

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Venice:


  • Panini Sandwich
    4.00
  • Gelato
    6.00
  • Artichoke & Mushroom Pizza
    7.90
  • Expresso
    1.95
  • Slice of Pizza
    2.23
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    79

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Venice

For Venice, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Hard Rock Cafe Venice with Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
  • Eating Venice Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $53
  • Small Group Venice Street Food Tour with Expert Local Guide: $57
  • Secret Street Food Tour of Venice in 2,5 hours: $57
  • Venice Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert: $59
  • Venetian Dinner: $74
  • Tiramisu Cooking Class & Brunch in Venice – Make, Eat, and Enjoy!: $78
  • Guided Small Group Kickstart Food Tour of Venice : $84
  • Venice Evening Food Tour: Bites, Drinks & Sit-Down Dinner: $90
  • Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $90
  • Venetian Secrets 3 course Cooking Class and Unlimited Prosecco: $94
  • Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Belluno: $102

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fuerteventura Island 30
    Venice 101

Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island

For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Fuerteventura: The Top 5 Instagram Tour | Full-Day Tour: $90
  • Lobos Island Half-Day Sailing Tour with Lunch: $101
  • 1.5-hour Segway Jandia Tour: $72
  • 2,5-hour Segway Tour around Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura: $96
  • 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $59
  • 2-hour 4-seater Buggy experience in Fuerteventura: $262
  • 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $62
  • 4-Hour Sailing Tour of Lobos Island from Fuerteventura: $90
  • 4x4 Jeep Safari Tour in Cofete Beach : $81
  • Catamaran Half-Day Cruise from Caleta de Fuste: $80
  • Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from North: $99
  • Cofete 4x4 Safari Tour from South: $75

Typical Entertainment Prices in Venice

For Venice, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Venice Boat Ride
    15
  • Bell tower of St. Mark Entrance Fee
    8.00
  • Gondola Ride (for Group)
    80
  • Secret Itinerary Tour- Doge's Palace
    16
  • The Jewish Museum Admission
    3.00
  • The Glass Museum in Murano
    8.00

Tours and Activities in Venice

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Venice.

  • Murano & Burano Islands Tour with Glass-blowing Factory Visit: $47
  • Peggy Guggenheim collection Venice private tour: $78
  • Teatro La Fenice Guided Tour: $96
  • Venice Doge's Palace Reserved Access Tour: $66
  • Venice Rialto Walking Private Tour: $233
  • Venice at sunset Private tour: $167
  • Private 2-Hour Doge's Palace Tour: $255
  • 2 Hour Venice Canal Kayak Tour - Premium experience by day: $131
  • 4 hours Private Boat Tour to Murano, Burano with local real guide: $214
  • 4-hour private tour in the Northern Lagoon with traditional boat: $247
  • A Self-Guided Tour Around Venice's Castello District: $8.99
  • A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon Private Tour: $143

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fuerteventura Island 6.79
    Venice 24

Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island

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

  • Vineyard tour with wine tasting and local products: $42
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $42

Typical Alcohol Prices in Venice

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Venice:


  • 1/2 Liter Wine
    5.20
  • Beer
    4.90

Sample the Local Flavors in Venice

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Venice:

  • Guided Visit and Wine Tasting at the Winery in Veneto: $30
  • Natural Wine Tasting in the heart of the Prosecco Hills: $33
  • Guided Tour and wine tasting 5 wines to discover the Conegliano Valdobbiadene: $43
  • Venice Cicchetti, Spritz and Wine Tour with a Local Guide: $62
  • Venice Wine Tasting and Contemporary Art: $78
  • 2 Hour Cicchetti and Wine Tasting Tour in Venice: $78
  • Natural wine tasting with a Bacaro owner in Venice: $105
  • Rialto Market Food and Wine Tasting Guided Tour in Venice: $112
  • Eat like a Local: Venice Cicchetti and Wine Tasting Evening Tour : $118
  • A Venetian Evening - Wine Tasting & Cicchetti with a Local Guide: $130
  • From Prosecco Full Experience with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $167
  • Prosecco Wine Tour. Half-day. From Venice: $170


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

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