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

Should you visit Siena or Azores?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Siena and Azores can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Siena or Azores?

Siena

Located in Tuscany, Siena is a medieval city that is about 70 kilometers south of Florence. One of its most famous events is the horse race, Il Palio, which occurs twice a year during the summer. The race puts a lot of emphasis on neighborhood pride and competition. It is a local tradition that is of great importance to the residence, so it is not an event that is held specifically for tourists. It dates back to the Medieval times and is associated with the area's religion, pageantry and rivalry. In addition to the city's strong neighborhood pride, rich history, and impressive architecture, Siena was also the home of many famous artists including Duccio, Simone Martini, and Ambrogio and Pietro Lorenzetti.

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 Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Azores or Siena?

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 Siena is €170, 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 Siena and Azores in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Siena 69
    Azores 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Siena 138
    Azores 134
Compare Hotels in Siena and Azores

Looking for a hotel in Siena 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 Siena


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: Siena Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Siena 20
    Azores 30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Siena

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Siena:

  • Transfer Siena - Pisa with stop in San Gimignano & Lunch: $275
  • Private transfer from Siena to Florence: $221
  • PRIVATE TRANSFER from Siena to Florence with stop in S Gimignano & Monteriggioni: $179
  • Arrival transfer Siena Airport SAY to Siena City by Van or Sedan: $174

Is it cheaper to fly into Siena or Azores?

Prices for flights to both Azores and Siena 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
    Siena 88
    Azores 74

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Siena

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Siena.

  • Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine: $82
  • Small-group Cooking Class in a Chianti Farm: $95
  • Siena : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $100
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Grosseto with Show Cooking: $102
  • Tuscan, Italian, tiramisu cooking class and tasting 3 wines: $106
  • Small-group Street food tour in Siena: $106
  • Siena’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $109
  • Cooking Class: Italian Authentic Recipes with Lunch: $131
  • Small Group Cooking Class in Chianti Farmhouse: $136
  • From Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class: $136
  • Family Cooking Class: Pizza and Tiramisù from Siena: $136
  • Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class: $137

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Siena 3.75
    Azores 22

Tours and Activities in Siena

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Siena are as follows:

  • Mysterious Siena City Bike Tour: $149
  • Val d’Orcia Bike Tour: $215
  • Birdwatching and Photo Tour in Diaccia Botrona: $245
  • Chianti Adventures: ATV Excursion through Tuscan Landscapes: $179
  • Chianti Classico Bike Tour from Siena: $215
  • Chianti E-Bike Tour from Siena: $227
  • Chianti Wild Safari Adventure through Tuscan Vineyards: $130
  • Chianti and Castles Tour from Siena Small Group: $102
  • Discover Brunello Wines with DiWine Experience: $293
  • Discover the Medieval Charm of Siena on a Private Walking Tour: $176
  • E-Bike Tour: Explore the Chianti, its Enogastronomy and Castles: $299
  • Exciting ATV tour in the Tuscan countryside: $231

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
    Siena 2.19
    Azores 9.64

Sample the Local Flavors in Siena

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Siena:

  • "CLASSIC" Wine Tasting and Typical Tuscan Products: $33
  • Montalcino: Brunello Wine Tasting Experience: $39
  • Exclusive Wine Tasting in the Historic Center of Siena: $42
  • Winery tour and wine tasting in Maremma - Grosseto: $48
  • Tour and Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Private Castle: $51
  • Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tasting with Tuscan appetizer in ancient residence: $53
  • Chianti Half Day Wine Tasting Tour from Siena: $59
  • Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting: $66
  • Siena wine tasting & Gelato tasting: $66
  • Montalcino: Brunello Wine Tasting & Lunch in a Tuscan Castle: $70
  • Guided tour of the cellars with wine tasting and lunch: $72
  • Guided Tour of the Cellars with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $72


When comparing the travel costs between Siena and Azores, we can see that Siena 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 Siena Expensive? and Is Azores Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Siena or Azores?

Azores has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Siena. When comparing the sizes of Siena 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.