A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pontevedra vs. Florence for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pontevedra or Florence?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pontevedra or Florence, 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: Pontevedra or Florence?

Pontevedra

An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.

Florence

Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Florence or Pontevedra?

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

  • Pontevedra Prices
    Spain Prices
    Florence Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Pontevedra 151
    Florence 180

The average daily cost (per person) in Pontevedra is €151, while the average daily cost in Florence is €180. 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 Pontevedra and Florence in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pontevedra 61
    Florence 87
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pontevedra 122
    Florence 174
Compare Hotels in Pontevedra and Florence

Looking for a hotel in Pontevedra or Florence? 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 Pontevedra


Hotels in Florence


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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: Pontevedra Hotel Prices and Florence Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pontevedra 23
    Florence 22

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:


  • Taxi Ride Within City
    8.00
  • Taxi from Airport
    25
  • In City Parking (Full Day)
    30
  • Bus Pass (Full Day)
    5.00
  • Bus From Airport
    5.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence

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

  • Transfer: Peretola Airport (FLR) to Florence City Center: $87
  • Transfer from Florence City Center to Peretola Airport (FLR): $69
  • Transfer Florence - Bologna with stop at the Barberino Outlet: $155
  • Taste of Tuscany San Gimignano Winery with Transfer from Florence: $227
  • Private transfer from Florence to Massa with private driver: $281
  • Private transfer Florence Peretola Airport from or to Siena City : $223
  • Private transfer Florence Peretola Airport from or to Pisa City: $271
  • Private transfer Florence Airport / Hotel Florence: $143
  • Private direct transfer:Florence to Pisa, English speaking driver: $179
  • Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence (hotel OR airport pick-up): $117
  • Private Transfer from Scandicci to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $104
  • Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $250

Is it cheaper to fly into Pontevedra or Florence?

Prices for flights to both Florence and Pontevedra 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
    Pontevedra 73
    Florence 62
Typical Food Prices in Pontevedra

For Pontevedra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch for 2
    11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pontevedra

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

  • Galician Cooking Class with Chef Instructor: $176

Typical Food Prices in Florence

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


  • Panini Sandwich
    6.50
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    17

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence

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

  • Florence Old City Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing: $35
  • Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
  • Food Tour of Traditional Eateries and Wine Pairings: $36
  • Pasta Making Class with Dinner and Wine in Florence: $47
  • Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence: $48
  • Florence's Food Tour with Authentic Local Tastigs and Sightseeing: $50
  • Florence Street Food Tour and sightseeing with Central Market: $50
  • Florence Street Food Tour with Walking Sightseeing and Local Guide: $50
  • Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in the heart of Florence: $51
  • Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $53
  • Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $54
  • Cooking Class in Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Making Unlimited Wine: $54

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pontevedra 19
    Florence 30

Tours and Activities in Pontevedra

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

  • NEW!! Private Walking Tour with local guide: $71
  • "El Mar Escondido" Gastronomic Experience: $195
  • "El Mar va de Calle" Gastronomic Experience: $95
  • "Forgotten Flavors" Gastronomic Experience: $136
  • "Los Arroces del Mar" Gastronomic Experience: $71
  • "Un Mar de Tapas" Gastronomic Experience: $95
  • A Bridge to the Past - A Private Tour: $59
  • Private Guided Walking Tour: $95
  • Walking Tour and Galician Food Tasting: $71

Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence

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


  • Admission to Uffizi
    11
  • Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi
    4.00
  • Firenze Card (for Two)
    100
  • Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)
    20
  • Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee
    6.00
  • Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee
    7.00

Tours and Activities in Florence

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

  • Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $75
  • Exclusive Small Group Tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence: $78
  • Florence Palazzo Vecchio Skip the Line Ticket and Audio Guide: $27
  • Medici Walking Tour -Small Group : $35
  • Uffizi & Accademia Highlights: Skip The Line Combo Guided Tour: $119
  • "Good Morning Chianti Classico" - Tour in 2 wineries with lunch: $215
  • 1-Hour Golf Cart Private Tour through the Center of Florence: $54
  • 2-Hours Walking Tour in Florence: $179
  • 3-Hour Private Florence Walking Tour: $203
  • 3-Hour Private Food and Wine Experience in Montalcino: $144
  • 4 Wines Tasting with 2 Tuscan Cheeses & Tour at the winery: $41
  • A Food Lover Tour in Florence: $100

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pontevedra 20
    Florence 18

Sample the Local Flavors in Pontevedra

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

  • Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $39

Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:


  • Glass of Chianti
    4.20
  • Bottle of Wine
    7.50

Sample the Local Flavors in Florence

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

  • Florence Wine Tasting at Ponte Vecchio with Sommelier: $4.78
  • Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $18
  • Winery tour and wine tasting of organic Chianti wines and extra virgin oil: $24
  • Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $25
  • Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $27
  • Wine Tasting Experience near Florence: $30
  • Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $36
  • Wine Tasting in an Authentic Tuscan Cellar in Radda in Chianti: $38
  • Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence: $42
  • Montefioralle Winery - Tour and Wine Tasting in Chianti: $42
  • Wine Tasting of Brunello with Tuscan Cold Cuts and Cheese: $47
  • Winery tour & wine tasting in Montalcino: $48


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

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


Which is Bigger, Pontevedra or Florence?

Florence has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Pontevedra. When comparing the sizes of Pontevedra and Florence, 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 Pontevedra or Florence?

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 Pontevedra or Florence in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pontevedra and Florence. Furthermore, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Florence this time of year.

Pontevedra is cooler than Florence in the summer. The daily temperature in Pontevedra averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Florence fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Florence this time of the year. In Pontevedra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pontevedra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Florence during summer. Pontevedra gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than Florence. Pontevedra gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Florence receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Pontevedra 21°C (70°F) 
    Florence 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Pontevedra or Florence in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Pontevedra as well as Florence. Additionally, many travelers come to Florence for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Pontevedra is around the same temperature as Florence. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pontevedra in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Florence averages at about 16°C (61°F).

In the autumn, Pontevedra often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Florence. Pontevedra gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 177 hours of full sun.

Pontevedra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in October than Florence. Pontevedra gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Florence receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Pontevedra 17°C (62°F) 
    Florence 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Pontevedra or Florence in the Winter?

Both Florence and Pontevedra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Florence in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Pontevedra is generally a little warmer than Florence. Daily temperatures in Pontevedra average around 10°C (50°F), and Florence fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).

Pontevedra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Florence during winter. Pontevedra gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while Florence receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Pontevedra. In January, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than Florence. Pontevedra gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Florence receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Pontevedra 10°C (50°F) 
    Florence 7°C (45°F)

Should I visit Pontevedra or Florence in the Spring?

Both Florence and Pontevedra during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Florence for the natural beauty during these months.

Pontevedra is around the same temperature as Florence in the spring. The daily temperature in Pontevedra averages around 13°C (56°F) in April, and Florence fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).

In the spring, Pontevedra often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Florence. Pontevedra gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Florence receives 192 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in April than Florence. Pontevedra gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Florence receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Pontevedra 13°C (56°F) 
    Florence 14°C (57°F)

Typical Weather for Florence and Pontevedra

Pontevedra Florence
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 232 mm (9.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 230 mm (9.1 in) 8°C (46°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 160 mm (6.3 in) 10°C (50°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 125 mm (4.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
May 16°C (60°F) 137 mm (5.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 22°C (72°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jul 21°C (70°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 25°C (77°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 21°C (69°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 24°C (75°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Sep 20°C (68°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 21°C (70°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Oct 17°C (62°F) 164 mm (6.5 in) 16°C (61°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Nov 13°C (55°F) 186 mm (7.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Dec 11°C (51°F) 228 mm (9 in) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)