Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Rhodes?
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 Rhodes or Coimbra?
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 Rhodes and Coimbra. 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: Rhodes or Coimbra?
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Rhodes Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRhodes €170Coimbra €138
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €170, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is €138. 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 Rhodes and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRhodes €58Coimbra €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRhodes €116Coimbra €88
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Rhodes or Coimbra? 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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rhodes €48Coimbra €11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride€7.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Rhodos APT-HTL (RHO): $57
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Theologos Hotels (Via Versa): $43
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kremasti ( Via Versa): $39
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kolymbia Hotels (Via Versa): $98
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kalithea Hotels (Via Versa): $69
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Gennadi (Via Versa): $207
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Faliraki Hotels (Via Versa): $78
- Symi Island from Rhodes with transfers from Ialysos and Ixia: $60
- Weekend Sunset Live DJ Boat Party with Free Transfer: $26
- Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay: $69
- Cruise to Symi & St George's Bay with Hotel Transfer: $69
- Bus Transfer to/from Rhodes Airport: $3.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $161
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova : $298
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Take Christ's Convent : $274
- Private transfer in Coimbra City : $95
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $159
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Rhodes 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 dayRhodes €82Coimbra €83
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee€1.95
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Dinner for Two€23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $63
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner, Drinks & Swim: $70
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $74
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $82
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $82
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class : $93
- Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker in Rhodes: $94
- Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch: $135
- Cooking Class & Greek Wine Tasting: $191
- Guided Rhodes City By Night with Live Music & Dinner: $410
- Walking Food Tour in the Medieval Town of Rhodes: $446
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tomar Cooking Class & Garden-to-Table Meal with Lake Views: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rhodes €19Coimbra €18
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Yellow Semi Submarine Swimming Cruise with Drinks Included!: $60
- Best Rhodes Tour from Cruise Port including Lindos and Old Town : $69
- Rhodes, Lindos and Medieval City Guided Tour from Cruise Port: $82
- 3 Hours Morning Adventure by Turtle Submarine: $36
- 3-hour boat tour: $54
- 4 Hour Beach Tour with Meal and Unlimited Drinks in Rhodes: $94
- 4x4 Buggy Adventures - Off-road Polaris Experience: $143
- 7 Hour Rhodes Tour Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers : $66
- 90-Minute Lindos Glassbottom Boat Cruise : $36
- All Day Cruise in Rhodes ,Traditional Luxury Boat (All Inclusive): $84
- Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos: $78
- Beekeeping experience " Areti Honey " : $93
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Tomar Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour: $5.96
- Coimbra Downtown Walking Tour with uptown insights : $5.96
- Coimbra Downhill Tour Highlights History and Student Traditions: $5.96
- Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Tour of Fado Traditions in Coimbra: $9.99
- Coimbra City Tour : $24
- Cycle to Ancient Dolmens in Azenha. History, Theory & Folklore Guided Tour: $36
- Coimbra Adventure Discovery and Learning with a Local: $42
- Tomar and the Templars Convent of Christ Tour: A Historical Tale: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRhodes €12Coimbra €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $41
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $57
- Best Rhodes Tour with Wine Tasting Experience from Cruise Port: $68
- Best Rhodes Tour with Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting & Free Time : $69
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $70
- 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour with Olive Oil, Honey and Wine Tasting : $73
- Majestic Lindos, Old Town, History, Culture & Wine Tour: $75
- Private Full Day Rhodes Island Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $81
- Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $92
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $94
- Private Wine Tasting Experience: $106
- Rhodes Deluxe Tour including Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting: $135
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Port Wine Tasting in Coimbra: $72
- Self-drive Wine Tour in Bairrada Region: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Coimbra, we can see that Rhodes is more expensive. And not only is Coimbra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Coimbra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Coimbra 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes than you might in Coimbra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rhodes Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rhodes or Coimbra?
Rhodes has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Rhodes and Coimbra, 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.
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.