A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Genoa vs. Azores for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Genoa or Azores?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Genoa or Azores, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Genoa or Azores?

Genoa

Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.

Azores

The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Azores or Genoa?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Genoa is €188, while the average daily cost in Azores is €163. 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 Genoa and Azores in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Genoa 87
    Azores 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Genoa 174
    Azores 134
Compare Hotels in Genoa and Azores

Looking for a hotel in Genoa or Azores? 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 Genoa


Hotels in Azores


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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: Genoa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Genoa 8.44
    Azores 30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa

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

  • Savona Port to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $166
  • Savona Cruise Port to Genoa hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $165
  • Savona Cruise Port to Genoa airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $166
  • Private transfer from Genova Airport to Portofino : $298
  • Private Transfer: Genoa to Genoa Cruise Port by Business Car: $74
  • Private Transfer: Genoa Cruise Port to Genoa City in Business Car: $74
  • Private Transfer from/to Genoa to/from Portofino: $134
  • Private Transfer from Santa Margherita Port to Genoa Airport GOA: $190
  • Private Transfer from Santa Margherita Cruise Port to Genoa city: $189
  • Private Transfer from Genoa hotels to Serravalle Designer Outlet: $254
  • Private Transfer from Genoa city to Santa Margherita Cruise Port: $190
  • Private Transfer from Genoa Hotels to Genoa Cruise Port: $71

Is it cheaper to fly into Genoa or Azores?

Prices for flights to both Azores and Genoa 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
    Genoa 90
    Azores 74

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Genoa

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

  • Genoa Street Food Tour with a Local: $48
  • Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $59
  • Traditional Food Tour with Drinks: $67
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $69
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $71
  • Genoa Old town Food Tour: $80
  • Genoese cooking lesson in the with lunch in the terrace: $82
  • Itinerant dinner in the old town: $82
  • Santa Margherita Ligure Food Tour Tastes of the Italian Riviera: $82
  • Santa Margherita: Food Tour, flavors of the Ligurian Riviera: $93
  • Santa Margherita Food Tour : flavours of the Ligurian Riviera: $96
  • Dining experience with cooking demo and wines in Rapallo: $102

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Genoa 20
    Azores 22

Tours and Activities in Genoa

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

  • 1.5 Hour Food Guided Tour & Sightseeing in Genoa: $50
  • 2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa: $114
  • 3 Hours Private Walking Tour of Genoa from the Cruise Terminal: $263
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with Local: $107
  • Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Genoa: $166
  • City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
  • Discover Private Guided City Tour by Car: $222
  • E-bike tour in Genova: $90
  • Essential Genoa Photo Tour: $143
  • Experience Savona With Local Professional Guide from Criuse Port: $225
  • From Boat Tour to Portofino with Free Time to Explore: $30
  • From Full-Day Tour of Genoa and Portofino: $104

Tours and Activities in Azores

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

  • Madeira: Group and Private Tea Drinking Experiences: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Genoa 10
    Azores 9.64

Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa

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

  • Easy Wine Tasting in Genoa City Center: $34
  • Wine Tasting near the Aquarium of Genoa: $48
  • Wine Tasting with Pesto, Focaccia Near Columbus House: $51
  • Wine Tasting near the Aquarium of Genoa: $51
  • Wine Tasting Near The Cruise: the best Italian wine: $57
  • Wine Tasting in Genoa Near the Cruise: “the Best Italian Wine”: $59
  • Genoa Food, Wine Tasting & History Walking Tour: $63
  • Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $69
  • Genoa Walnut Sauce Experience with Mortar and Wine Tasting: $93
  • CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $161


When comparing the travel costs between Genoa and Azores, we can see that Genoa is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which has a larger population, Genoa or Azores?

Genoa has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Azores. When comparing the sizes of Genoa and Azores, 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.