Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or La Spezia?
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 La Spezia or Costa de Prata?
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 La Spezia and Costa de Prata. 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: La Spezia or Costa de Prata?
La Spezia
Located on the coast beside the Ligurian Sea, La Spezia is known for its military and commercial harbors hosting the arsenal of the Italian Navy. It is also well connected by rail and by boat to Cinque Terre National Park - a unique collection of five medieval villages along the coastline - as well as other coastal towns of the region. Other attractions include a number of museums as well as an annual boat race called Palio de Golfo.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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La Spezia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Spezia €235Costa de Prata €184
The average daily cost (per person) in La Spezia is €235, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €184. 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 La Spezia and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Spezia €109Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Spezia €218Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in La Spezia and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in La Spezia or Costa de Prata? 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: La Spezia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Spezia €41Costa de Prata €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Spezia
Also for La Spezia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre and Return to the Ship: $299
- Private Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre by car or van: $155
- Private Transfer from La Spezia hotels to La Spezia Port: $67
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Port to La Spezia Hotels: $67
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Airport (PSA): $210
- Private Transfer La Spezia to Pisa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $222
- Guided Tour of Florence & Pisa with Bus Transfer: $87
- La Spezia to La Spezia Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Intl Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $210
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Arrival Private Transfer La Spezia to Genoa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $278
Is it cheaper to fly into La Spezia or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and La Spezia 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 dayLa Spezia €96Costa de Prata €77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Full Meal Food Tour: $99
- Small-Group Street Food Tour: $104
- Sunset Cruise with Aperitif and Dinner: $105
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $106
- Tour of Apericena at Sunset and Dinner on Boat: $108
- La Spezia. Sunset Aperitif and Dinner on the Boat: $115
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in La Spezia: $118
- La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour: $136
- Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
- Sunset dinner boat tour in the Gulf of Poets: $169
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in La Spezia: $173
- Cooking Class and Home Restaurant Experience: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Spezia €39Costa de Prata €13
Tours and Activities in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cinque Terre Private Wine And Views Tour: $298
- Giraffe Boat Tour Unique Experience Beyond 5 Terre: $178
- La Spezia Walking Tour: History, Panoramic Views, & Museum: $49
- Pisa Tour by bus: $60
- 3 Hour One-Way Boat Tour from La Spezia to Monterosso: $114
- 3 Hours Sunset Boat Tour to Golfo dei Poeti Shared: $143
- 4-Hour E-Bike Guided Tour of the Tellaro and Montemarcello Villages: $119
- 5 LANDS LUXURY BOAT TOUR: $1,388
- Best Florence and Pisa Excursion from La Spezia Cruise Port: $87
- Best Florence and Pisa Tour for Cruise Visitors from La Spezia: $102
- Best One Day Florence and Pisa Tour from your Cruise Ship: $96
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Spezia €35Costa de Prata €8.13
Sample the Local Flavors in La Spezia
Also in La Spezia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Hiking in the Cinque Terre with wine tasting and light lunch: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Spezia and Costa de Prata, we can see that La Spezia is more expensive. And not only is Costa de Prata much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa de Prata would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa de Prata 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 La Spezia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Spezia than you might in Costa de Prata.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is La Spezia Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata 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.