Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Genoa?
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 Genoa or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Genoa or Costa Vicentina, 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 Costa Vicentina?
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.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Genoa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGenoa €188Costa Vicentina €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Genoa is €188, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €150. 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 Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGenoa €87Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGenoa €174Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Genoa and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Genoa or Costa Vicentina? 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: Genoa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Genoa €8.44Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa
Also for Genoa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Private Transfer from Genoa to La Spezia by Car or Van: $279
- From Genova: Portofino Return Transfer by Open-Top Bus: $76
- Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino - Arrival Private Transfer: $143
- Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $286
- Genoa Cruise Port to Genoa city - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Genoa Private one way Transfer from/to Airport to/from hotel: $89
- Genoa city to Genoa Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $63
- Genoa hotels to Savona Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $166
- Genoa to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Minivan Transfer from Genoa Port to Genoa, Savona or Portofino: $73
- Private Transfer from Genoa Airport GOA to Santa Margherita Port: $190
- Private Transfer from Genoa Airport(GOA) to Portofino Cruise Port: $177
Is it cheaper to fly into Genoa or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina 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
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Food Meals for one dayGenoa €90Costa Vicentina €59
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
- Itinerant dinner in the old town: $83
- Santa Margherita Ligure Food Tour Tastes of the Italian Riviera: $83
- Genoese cooking lesson in the with lunch in the terrace: $83
- Santa Margherita: Food Tour, flavors of the Ligurian Riviera: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Chiavari with Show Cooking: $102
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Genoa: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Genoa €20Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Genoa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Genoa.
- Lighthouse Entrance Ticket: $11
- Historic Guided Tour of Christopher Columbus' House: $12
- Villa Durazzo Pallavicini Park Entry Ticket: $13
- The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa: $16
- Historic Shops in Tour Through Tradition and Flavours: $16
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center: $16
- Villa del Principe Museum Ticket: $18
- Genoa–Sori: Italian Lesson & Guided Liguria Tour: $18
- sunset cruise to admire the city with live music: $18
- Impossible Museum Entry Ticket: $19
- Half-Day Tour to San Fruttuoso: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGenoa €10Costa Vicentina €8.71
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 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: $64
- Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $69
- Genoa Walnut Sauce Experience with Mortar and Wine Tasting: $94
- CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $162
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Genoa and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Genoa is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Genoa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Genoa than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Genoa Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.