Should you visit Andalusia or Galicia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Andalusia or Galicia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Andalusia or Galicia?
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
Galicia
Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.
Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Andalusia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Andalusia is €127, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €95. 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 Andalusia and Galicia in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Andalusia or Galicia? 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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Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Malaga Airport (AGP) to Marbella - Arrival Private Car Transfer:
$106
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$66
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Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport:
$66
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Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Van:
$547
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Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Seville City by Business Car:
$68
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Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Seville City by Luxury Van:
$110
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Arrival Private Transfer from Málaga airport AGP to Marbella city by luxury van:
$129
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Arrival Private Transfer from Malaga airport AGP to Malaga City by Business Car:
$41
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Arrival Private Transfer from Malaga airport AGP to Malaga City by Luxury Van:
$49
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Arrival private transfer from Málaga airport AGP to Marbella by business car:
$110
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Caminito del Rey from Seville with semiprivate transfer:
$192
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Cordoba and its Mosque from Granada with Private Transfer:
$263
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
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Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol:
$132
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Transfer Santiago Compostela > Porto or vice versa:
$586
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Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer to SCQ Airport by Van:
$90
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Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport:
$52
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Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport:
$52
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Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre:
$52
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Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels:
$43
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Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO):
$43
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Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Oporto:
$182
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Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon + 2h Sightseeing:
$439
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Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port :
$72
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Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port:
$72
Is it cheaper to fly into Andalusia or Galicia?
Prices for flights to both Galicia and Andalusia 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 day
Andalusia €35
Galicia €30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Uncanny Food Tour:
$38
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Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera:
$39
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Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class:
$40
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Ugly Delicious Food Tour:
$41
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Paella Showcooking with Rooftop Views in Seville City:
$43
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Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas :
$47
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Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba:
$49
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Paella & Sangria Showcooking Experience on a Rooftop:
$54
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Paella Showcooking Experience on a Rooftop:
$54
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Best Food Tour in Seville:
$60
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Spanish Cooking Class and Dinner in Seville :
$66
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Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour in Sevilla:
$71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
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The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room:
$65
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Galician Market Cuisine Cooking Class:
$77
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Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña:
$104
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3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna:
$104
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Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef:
$163
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Private Sailing Tour with Romantic Dinner in the Vigo Estuary:
$538
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Historical Free Tour of the Inquisition through Malaga (Dark Malaga):
$3.28
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Sevilla: Best Monumental Free Walking Tour:
$3.28
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Seville Tour with Local Guide:
$3.29
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Cultural Walking Tour of Seville Monumental:
$3.29
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Self Audio Guided Tour in Seville Cathedral:
$4.39
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Skip the Line: Picasso's Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket:
$4.39
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Sunset Tour in Málaga:
$5.49
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Guided Walking Tour of the Old Town of Frigiliana:
$5.49
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Seville Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.00
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Malaga Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.00
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Granada Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.00
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Self-guided Virtual Tour of Seville Cathedral: The Highlights:
$6.57
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Finisterre Private Tour:
$324
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La Coruña Shore Excursion (Private)CITY TOUR:
$576
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Rias Baixas PRIVATE Shoretour:
$620
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"Camino de Santiago": PORTUGUESE WAY. Private Walking Tour from Tui:
$883
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12-Hour Private Oporto Tour from Santiago de Compostela:
$795
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1hr Catamaran Tour with Mussels Tasting from O Grove:
$20
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2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña:
$152
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3-Hours Private Walking Tour Santiago de Compostela:
$187
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7-Day Tour of the French Way of Santiago from Sarria:
$762
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8-Day Camino Frances Pilgrimage Tour from Sarria to Santiago - 2nts Santiago:
$3,022
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8-Day Camino Frances Pilgrimage Tour from Sarria to Santiago - 6 walking days:
$2,963
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8-Day Guided Tour from Santiago to Lisbon:
$1,119
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
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Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry:
$18
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Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting in Spanish:
$22
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Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting in English:
$22
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Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba:
$26
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Sherry Wine Tasting with Views of Sevilla:
$30
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Cordoba Mezquita Tour with Wine Tasting:
$31
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Sherry Wine Tasting with Views of Sevilla:
$38
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Evening Local Wine Tasting Córdoba:
$39
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Charcuteries, Cheese & Wine Tour in Sevilla:
$46
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Flamenco show with wine tasting and tapas at Bodega La Jara:
$49
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Wine Tasting in Granada:
$51
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Frigiliana Small-Group Hike and Wine Tasting Tour from Malaga:
$60
Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:
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Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour:
$25
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Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience:
$32
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Private Rias Baixas Wine Tour from Santiago de Compostela:
$295
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Albariño Private Wine Tour from Santiago de Compostela:
$313
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Albariño trails Private Wine Tour/Shore excursion from Vigo:
$329
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Rias Baixas Private Wine Tasting Tour in a Porsche Taycan:
$603
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Albariño Wine Tour Galicia and Portugal:
$753
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Albariño Private Wine Tour in Rias Baixas:
$1,849
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Andalusia and Galicia, we can see that Andalusia is more expensive. And not only is Galicia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Galicia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Galicia 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 Andalusia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Andalusia than you might in Galicia.
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