A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Adeje vs. Split for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Adeje or Split?

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

Should I visit Adeje or Split? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Adeje or Split?

Adeje

If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.

Split

Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.

Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.

Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Split or Adeje?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Adeje is €173, while the average daily cost in Split is €109. 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 Adeje and Split in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Adeje 87
    Split 73
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Adeje 174
    Split 146
Compare Hotels in Adeje and Split

Looking for a hotel in Adeje or Split? 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 Adeje


Hotels in Split


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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: Adeje Hotel Prices and Split Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Adeje 64
    Split 14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split

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

  • private transfer from Split airport to Novalja/Zrće: $535
  • private transfer from Split airport or Trogir to Šibenik: $182
  • Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,016
  • Transfers from Split Airport to City Center and surrounding: $75
  • Transfer from Split to Zagreb with Entry Ticket to Plitvice Lakes: $185
  • Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik with 2 hours stop in Ston Town: $94
  • Transfer Split airport to Split: $66
  • Transfer Split airport to Split: $86
  • Transfer Split airport to Makarska: $149
  • Taxi Transfer from airport Split to Murter Tisno or Sibenik: $86
  • Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Entry Tickets: $181
  • Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $735

Is it cheaper to fly into Adeje or Split?

Prices for flights to both Split and Adeje 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
    Adeje 50
    Split 23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split

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

  • Small Group Food Tour: $37
  • Homemade Dinner under the Stars in Split: $85
  • Food Tour in Split ( Small Group): $96
  • Split Food Tour (Small Group): $98
  • Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy: $102
  • Walking Vegan Food Tour of Split: $104
  • Old Town Food Tour: $107
  • Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $131
  • Split Cooking Class - Afternoon Edition Shared Activity: $191
  • Private Authentic Wine & Food tour from Split: $240
  • Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split: $251

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Adeje 19
    Split 3.71

Tours and Activities in Adeje

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

  • Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $102
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Ifonche Flight Experience: $139
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Performance Flight Experience: $160

Tours and Activities in Split

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

  • Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Small Group Tour with Lunch: $82
  • History tour: $33
  • SPLIT-"Emperor's City for History Lovers"/PRIVATE Walking Tour+Cellars Museum : $210
  • "Blue Lagoon" Half day Chill out tour from Split: $75
  • "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $66
  • 2 Day Pass with Sightseeing Bus: $33
  • 2 Hour Walking Tour of Split with an Art Historian: $24
  • 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $33
  • 2-Hour Private Guided Tour of Split in a Classic Ford T: $45
  • 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $87
  • 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $86
  • 2-hours Split Segway Tour: $87

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Adeje 8.21
    Split 7.95

Sample the Local Flavors in Split

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

  • From Krka Waterfalls & Swimming & Wine tasting: $24
  • From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $26
  • Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $29
  • Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting tour from Split: $31
  • Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $38
  • Wine Tasting and Sunset Klis Fortress Tour from Split: $38
  • Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir: $46
  • Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $51
  • Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $53
  • Wine Tasting in the Diocletian’s Palace: $55
  • Diocletian's Palace Walking and Wine Tasting Tour: $71
  • From Split/Trogir: Mostar and Medjugorje Tour with Wine Tasting: $74


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

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


Which is Bigger, Adeje or Split?

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

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 Adeje or Split in the Summer?

Both Split and Adeje are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Split because of the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

Adeje is cooler than Split in the summer. The daily temperature in Adeje averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Split fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Split. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. Adeje usually receives less sunshine than Split during summer. Adeje gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Adeje usually receives less rain than Split. Adeje gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Adeje 23°C (73°F) 
    Split 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Split in the Autumn?

Both Split and Adeje during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Split this time of year.

In the autumn, Adeje is a little warmer than Split. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Adeje in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Split averages at about 18°C (64°F).

In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Adeje. In the autumn, Adeje often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Split. Adeje gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 200 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in October than Split. Adeje gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Adeje 23°C (73°F) 
    Split 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Split in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Adeje and Split. Also, many travelers come to Split for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Adeje is generally much warmer than Split. Daily temperatures in Adeje average around 18°C (64°F), and Split fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

Adeje usually receives more sunshine than Split during winter. Adeje gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Adeje usually receives less rain than Split. Adeje gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Adeje 18°C (64°F) 
    Split 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Split in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Adeje as well as Split. Also, many visitors come to Split in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.

Adeje is a little warmer than Split in the spring. The daily temperature in Adeje averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Split fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Split. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In the spring, Adeje often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Split. Adeje gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 212 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in April than Split. Adeje gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Adeje 19°C (66°F) 
    Split 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Split and Adeje

Adeje Split
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 18°C (64°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 75 mm (3 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)