Which place is cheaper, Naples or Veracruz?
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 Veracruz or Naples?
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 Veracruz and Naples can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Naples?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
Naples
Located on the Gulf of Mexico on Florida's southwest coast, Naples is a city best known for its high-end shopping opportunities and golf courses, as well as miles of beaches with calm waters and fine sugar-white sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, and The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America.
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Veracruz Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $143Naples $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $143, while the average daily cost in Naples is $277. 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 Veracruz and Naples in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $49Naples $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $98Naples $238
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Naples
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Naples? 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $26Naples $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $42
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $37
- Private Transfer to Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Naples?
Prices for flights to both Naples and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $78Naples $121
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples
For Naples, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tiramisu Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples, Fl: $99
- Pasta Making Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples Fl: $140
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Naples Florida: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $13Naples $26
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz: $127
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $23
- Alvarado And Tlacotalpan Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $105
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $25
- Catemaco And Los Tuxtlas Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $105
- City Tour en Veracruz y Acuario: $100
- Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec: $98
- Full Day Tour to Alvarado and Tlacotalpan from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $92
- Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation: $92
- Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán: $87
- Full-Day Tour to El Tajin and Vanilla Factory from Veracruz: $138
- Jalcomulco Rapids Adventure from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $141
Tours and Activities in Naples
For Naples, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 10,000 Islands Boat Tour + Naturalist Led Walk in the Everglades!: $169
- 2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour: $110
- 2 Hour Naples Sunset Adventure: $64
- 2-hour Shelling Boat Tour in the 10,000 Islands: $110
- 2Hour Everglades Kayak Safari Adventure Through Mangrove Tunnels: $89
- 90 Minute Segway Tour - Explore Naples Florida - Family Fun: $49
- Backwater Adventure's CraigCat Tours of the 10,000 Islands: $130
- Best Family Activity - Trike Tour Of Naples - All Ages Fun!: $69
- Best of Marco Island Tour: $100
- CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach: $79
- Dolphin Watch/Eco Cruise: $97
- Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Naples with Florida History: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $16Naples $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Naples, we can see that Naples is more expensive. And not only is Veracruz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Veracruz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Veracruz 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 Naples would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naples than you might in Veracruz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Naples?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Naples. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz and Naples, 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.