Quick Verdict
Best For…
Traveler type
🇮🇹 Cinque Terre
🇮🇹 Venice
Solo budget traveler
★★★★★
3 hostels, avg 9.0 rating
★★★★★
9 hostels, avg 8.3 rating
Couple on a budget
★★★★★
Private rooms avg $87/night
★★★★★
Private rooms avg $117/night
Digital nomad
★★★★★
Coffee $2.59, dorms avg $34
★★★★★
Coffee $2.32, dorms avg $32
Nightlife seeker
★★★★★
Beer $7.07, 3 hostels
★★★★★
Beer $7.07, 9 hostels
First-time Europer
★★★★★
12 attractions
★★★★★
29 attractions
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | 🇮🇹 Cinque Terre | 🇮🇹 Venice | You Save / day |
|---|---|---|---|
brokepackr Dorm bed · street food · free activities | $59 cheaper | $59 | $0/day |
backpackr Mix of dorm & private · restaurants | $93 cheaper | $100 | $6/day |
flashpackr Private rooms · dining out · some tours | $143 cheaper | $155 | $12/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | 🇮🇹 Cinque Terre | 🇮🇹 Venice |
|---|---|---|
| 🥙Street food meal Local market, street stall | $23.58 | $23.58 |
| 🍽️Mid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $45.68 11% less | $51.58 |
| 🍺Beer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $7.07 | $7.07 |
| ☕Coffee Espresso or flat white | $2.59 | $2.32 10% less |
| 🚇Single metro / bus Standard single ticket | — | $1.77 |
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
🇮🇹▼
Cinque Terre
Italy
36
BDI: Pricey
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Higher dorm prices (avg $35/night). Plenty to see (12 attractions).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelCinque Terre Holidays (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$35/night
Total hostels5
🇮🇹▼
Venice
Italy
41
BDI: Fair
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Higher dorm prices (avg $32/night). Strong hostel scene (9 hostels). Plenty to see (29 attractions).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelAnda Venice (9.3)
Annual dorm avg$32/night
Total hostels9
Entry Requirements
Visa & Entry
Passport
🇮🇹 Cinque Terre
🇮🇹 Venice
🇪🇺 EU / EEA
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
🇺🇸 US
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
🇬🇧 UK
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
🇦🇺 Australia
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
🇨🇦 Canada
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
Flights
Getting There
City to City
Getting Between Cinque Terre & Venice
Climate
Weather & Best Time to Visit
°C · mm
🇮🇹 Cinque Terre
15°C
High
/
10°C
Low
🌧 Rainfall: 127mm/month
Best months: Jun, Jul, Aug
🇮🇹 Venice
17°C
High
/
10°C
Low
🌧 Rainfall: 92mm/month
Best months: Jul, Aug
Things To Do
Top Attractions
🇮🇹 Cinque Terre
1. Giuseppe Garibaldi
2. Museo civico Amedeo Lia
3. Sant'Antonio del Mesco
4. Statua del Gigante
5. Casa Pilloa
🇮🇹 Venice
1. Arsenale di Venezia
2. Forte Malamocco
3. Giardini della Biennale
4. Glass Museum
5. Il Gobbo di Rialto
Common Questions
FAQ
Is Cinque Terre or Venice cheaper for backpackers?+
How many hostels are in Cinque Terre vs Venice?+
Do I need a visa for Cinque Terre or Venice?+
When is the best time to visit Cinque Terre or Venice?+
What's the cheapest month to visit Cinque Terre and Venice?+
Keep Exploring
People Also Compared
Keep Exploring
Explore These Cities
Ready to book?
Plan a trip to both cities
Full itinerary with real-time flights, hostels & transport — built on our 64k+ price index.
Build Your Itinerary →Free · No account required · Results in under 30 seconds