Should you visit Almeria or Sestri Levante?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Almeria and Sestri Levante. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Almeria
Almeria is a city (and province) in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is located in the southeast area of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Almeria is a charming area rich in history. Though it is not as well known as some more popular cities in the area, such as Granada, Seville, or Malaga, its popularity has increased significantly over the years with the growth of its holiday areas. Almeria has over 62 miles of untamed coastline, something that is hard to find on the Mediterranean, and has outstandingly beautiful landscapes, which stands out even in an area of natural beauty. The spectacular beaches with warm waters of the Mediterranean, abundant historic and cultural sites, and large tourist centers makes Almeria a great travel destination.
Sestri Levante
Sestri Levante is a beautiful little town located on the Italian Riviera coastline of northwest Italy. Amongst the streets busy with visitors and locals, there is a pleasant sea breeze, shops galore, a lively dining scene, and historic landmarks like the area nicknamed the "Bay of Fairy Tales," as Hans Christian Andersen had lived in the village for a short time.
Which city is cheaper, Sestri Levante or Almeria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Almeria is €79, while the average daily cost in Sestri Levante is €114. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Almeria and Sestri Levante in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €70 for a double occupancy room in Almeria.
Travelers usually pay around €120 for a double occupancy room in Sestri Levante If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
Almeria food costs typically run travelers around €32 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
The price of a meal in Sestri Levante can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €27 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €11 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Almeria €32
Sestri Levante €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Almeria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Almeria.
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Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Private Authentic Spanish Cooking Class with Juan in Almeria:
$62
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Private Market Tour and Paella Cooking Lesson in Almeria with Juan:
$74
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €16 per day to get around in Almeria.
Sestri Levante's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €45 per person, per day on transportation in Sestri Levante.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
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Private Transfer: Almería to Almeria Airport (LEI):
$622
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Private Transfer: Almería Airport (LEI) to Almeria:
$622
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Private Transfer from Almería to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$421
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Almeria Airport Transfer to Mojacar:
$159
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Transfers desde Aeropuerto de Almería (LEI) a Vera Playa - 4 pasajeros:
$124
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$75
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Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport:
$75
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €13 per person, per day in Almeria. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Sestri Levante can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €20 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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8 Days Almería Adventure Self Drive Tour:
$1,107
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Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets:
$386
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Almeria Desert Tour:
$915
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Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Nerja from Almeria:
$430
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Private 8-Day Almeria Tour with Lanjaron and Baeza:
$919
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Private Tour in Granada with Alhambra Palace Entry Ticket:
$600
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Almeria may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €3.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Sestri Levante, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €6.29.
Sample the Local Flavors in Sestri Levante
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sestri Levante:
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Wine tasting at the winery in Chiavari:
$36
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Special sparkling wine tasting close to Le Cinque Terre:
$50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Almeria and Sestri Levante, we can see that Sestri Levante is more expensive. And not only is Almeria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Almeria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Almeria 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 Sestri Levante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sestri Levante than you might in Almeria.
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