Which place is cheaper, Stratford-upon-Avon or Funchal?
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 Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon? 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: Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon is a historic town in the English county of Warwickshire with a population of about 25,000. It sits on the River Avon and is famous as the home town of William Shakespeare. Today it is home to the Royal Shakespeare Company and a popular destination for those hoping to see a show. Much effort has been made to preserve the historical buildings that date back to Shakespeare's time and the city's quaint character and historic appeal make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in England. Every year thousands of visitors travel to the area to experience its interesting culture and history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal, The Best 3-Day Tours from London, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from London.
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Funchal Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFunchal €116Stratford-upon-Avon €197
The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €116, while the average daily cost in Stratford-upon-Avon is €197. 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 Funchal and Stratford-upon-Avon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFunchal €52Stratford-upon-Avon €99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFunchal €104Stratford-upon-Avon €198
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Stratford-upon-Avon
Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon? 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: Funchal Hotel Prices and Stratford-upon-Avon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Funchal €9.94Stratford-upon-Avon €14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hike (Morning slot): $36
- Transfer to Caldeirão Verde Levada Self-Guided Hike Queimadas: $39
- Transfer Sunrise Self-Guided Hike Pico do Arieiro : $39
- Transfer Rabacal 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided: $40
- Transfer Privado e Confiável: Aeroporto → Funchal (ou vice-versa): $21
- Self Guided Transfer to Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve: $36
- Private Transfer from Madeira North area resorts to Madeira Funchal airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $73
- Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $75
- Private Transfer Madeira Airport: $30
- Minibus Transfer: Madeira Airport - Funchal: $52
- Madeira: PR8 -Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve Transfer: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stratford-upon-Avon
Also for Stratford-upon-Avon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Stratford-upon-Avon To London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service: $291
- Scenic Transfer from Stratford Upon Avon to London Via Cotswolds: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Prices for flights to both Stratford-upon-Avon and Funchal 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 dayFunchal €54Stratford-upon-Avon €77
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee€1.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $33
- Madeiran Traditional Dinner: $95
Typical Food Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Cheese & Crackers€8.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pasta Making Experience - Cooking Class: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Funchal €15Stratford-upon-Avon €24
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Low Cost Wheelchair Santana Half Day Tour : $179
- Wheelchair Full Day Tour Porto Moniz E Sao Vicente : $208
- Wheelchair Porto Moniz Handicap Tour: $179
- 25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6): $55
- 4x4 Full-Day Tour to Explore Portugal's Scents and Flavors: $69
- 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $77
- 8-Hour Luxury Cruise from Funchal to Ponta de São Lourenço: $2,173
- Achada do Teixeira to Pico Ruivo in Madeira (PR1.2) - Hiking Tour: $55
- Adventure Trikes Private Tour in Madeira : $173
- Agriculture Green Tour : $102
- Amazing East Tour : $36
- Amazing Sunset (Private tour): $262
Typical Entertainment Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Stratford-upon-Avon's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Warwick Castle (2)€67
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Lunch€14
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Lunch for 2€19
Tours and Activities in Stratford-upon-Avon
For Stratford-upon-Avon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Alpaca Farm Experience in Kenilworth: $35
- A Historical tour of Warwick with Queen Elizabeth's Secret Lover: $24
- Blenheim and Woodstock Ebike Tour: $135
- City Sightseeing Stratford-upon-Avon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Clay Shooting Experience in Warwickshire: $48
- Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon: $102
- Cotswolds: One Day Cotswolds Walking Tour: $115
- Coventry Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Coventry's Historic Hauntings & Dark Legends Walking Tour: $16
- Coventry’s Rich Heritage: Godiva Quarter Private Walking Tour: $258
- Daily Stratford Upon Avon Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
- Dark History Walking Tour in Warwick: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFunchal €16Stratford-upon-Avon €15
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Portuguese Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $40
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $62
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $63
- Half-Day Wine Tour- Shared: $89
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $93
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $107
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $112
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $119
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $208
Typical Alcohol Prices in Stratford-upon-Avon
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Stratford-upon-Avon from other travelers:
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Beers€9.15
Sample the Local Flavors in Stratford-upon-Avon
Also in Stratford-upon-Avon, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Gin Tasting at Judith’s, Shakespeare Distillery: $20
- UK: Rum Tasting at Judith's - Shakespeare Distillery: $20
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour & Tasting (Gin & Rum): $26
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 11am Ticket: $27
- Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 1pm Ticket: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Stratford-upon-Avon, we can see that Stratford-upon-Avon is more expensive. And not only is Funchal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Funchal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Funchal 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 Stratford-upon-Avon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stratford-upon-Avon than you might in Funchal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Stratford-upon-Avon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Funchal has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Stratford-upon-Avon. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Stratford-upon-Avon, 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 Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Funchal and Stratford-upon-Avon. Furthermore, many travelers come to Stratford-upon-Avon for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Funchal is a little warmer than Stratford-upon-Avon in the summer. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Stratford-upon-Avon fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Funchal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Stratford-upon-Avon during summer. Funchal gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Funchal usually receives less rain than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFunchal 22°C (72°F)Stratford-upon-Avon 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Funchal as well as Stratford-upon-Avon. Additionally, many visitors come to Stratford-upon-Avon in the autumn for the small town atmosphere.
In the autumn, Funchal is much warmer than Stratford-upon-Avon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Funchal in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Stratford-upon-Avon averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the autumn, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 107 hours of full sun.
Funchal receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Funchal usually gets more rain in October than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFunchal 21°C (70°F)Stratford-upon-Avon 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon in the Winter?
Both Stratford-upon-Avon and Funchal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Stratford-upon-Avon for the museums, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
Stratford-upon-Avon can be very cold during winter. In January, Funchal is generally much warmer than Stratford-upon-Avon. Daily temperatures in Funchal average around 16°C (61°F), and Stratford-upon-Avon fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Funchal usually receives more sunshine than Stratford-upon-Avon during winter. Funchal gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 52 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Funchal. In January, Funchal usually receives more rain than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFunchal 16°C (61°F)Stratford-upon-Avon 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Funchal or Stratford-upon-Avon in the Spring?
Both Stratford-upon-Avon and Funchal during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Stratford-upon-Avon because of the small town charm.
Funchal is much warmer than Stratford-upon-Avon in the spring. The daily temperature in Funchal averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Stratford-upon-Avon fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In the spring, Funchal often gets more sunshine than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 147 hours of full sun.
Funchal usually gets more rain in April than Stratford-upon-Avon. Funchal gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Stratford-upon-Avon receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFunchal 17°C (63°F)Stratford-upon-Avon 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Stratford-upon-Avon and Funchal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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