A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antalya vs. Vigo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antalya or Vigo?

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

Should I visit Antalya or Vigo? 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: Antalya or Vigo?

Antalya

Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.

Vigo

Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, Vigo or Antalya?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Vigo is $107. 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 Antalya and Vigo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $55
    Vigo $46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $110
    Vigo $92
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Vigo

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Vigo? 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 Antalya


Hotels in Vigo


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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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Vigo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $110
    Vigo $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

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

  • From Land of Legends Transfer and Boat Parade Show: $8.98
  • Antalya airport Belek shuttle transfer: $9.61
  • Pamukkale Day Trip From Antalya With Lunch & Transfer : $14
  • Antalya Airport - Antalya City Hotels Private Transfers (Lara, Kundu, Old Town): $15
  • Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Antalya hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $16
  • Antalya to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
  • Antalya Ariport (AYT) to Belek hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $19
  • Antalya Airport (AYT) to Antalya hotel - Arrival Private Transfer: $19
  • Antalya Family Rafting Adventure w/ Free Hotel Transfer: $20
  • Antalya Land of Legend Night Show Transfer w/Boat Parade Show: $20
  • Antalya Scuba Diving With Lunch, Transfer: $20
  • Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:

  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
  • One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Vigo?

Prices for flights to both Vigo and Antalya 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
    Antalya $25
    Vigo $38

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

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

  • Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $40
  • Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $73
  • Full day trip to Pamukkale from Side with dinner: $104

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.

  • Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $46
    Vigo $11

Tours and Activities in Antalya

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

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Antalya Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $3.21
  • Bazaar Self-Guided Smartphone App Tour: $6.00
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
  • Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $11
  • Sulu Island and Adrasan Bay: Boat Tour with Lunch: $13
  • Full-Day Private Rafting Adventure in Karabük Türkiye: $13
  • Spa and Skin Care Experience with Massage and Drink: $14

Tours and Activities in Vigo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:

  • Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
  • Albarino : Sensorial experience and Heritage: $129
  • Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Vigo: $32
  • Exclusive Vigo experience: $155
  • Full Day Santiago de Compostela Private Tour from Vigo, Shore Excursion: $169
  • Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from Vigo for Cruisers Only: $75
  • GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.09
  • Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $17
  • Morning electric bike tour of Vigo and photography contest: $76
  • New 2-hour Electric Bike Tour and Photography Contest: $34
  • Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21
  • Private Tour in Ourense: $82

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $20
    Vigo $6.12


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

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


Which is Bigger, Antalya or Vigo?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Vigo. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Vigo, 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 Antalya or Vigo?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Antalya or Vigo in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Vigo. Most visitors come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 28°C (83°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vigo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the summer, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 299 hours of full sun.

Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Vigo. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Antalya 28°C (83°F) 
    Vigo 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Vigo in the Autumn?

Both Vigo and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Antalya because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Antalya is a little warmer than Vigo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Vigo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during autumn. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 174 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. In October, Antalya usually receives less rain than Vigo. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Antalya 21°C (69°F) 
    Vigo 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Vigo in the Winter?

Both Vigo and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.

In the winter, Antalya is around the same temperature as Vigo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antalya in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Vigo averages at about 10°C (50°F).

In the winter, Antalya often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 110 hours of full sun.

Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Vigo. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Antalya 11°C (51°F) 
    Vigo 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Antalya or Vigo in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Vigo. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 16°C (62°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during spring. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.

Vigo receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Antalya usually receives less rain than Vigo. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Antalya 16°C (62°F) 
    Vigo 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Vigo and Antalya

Antalya Vigo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (51°F) 239 mm (9.4 in) 10°C (50°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 196 mm (7.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Mar 13°C (56°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 16°C (62°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 13°C (56°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
May 20°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 16°C (60°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 28°C (83°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Aug 28°C (83°F) 1 mm (0 in) 21°C (69°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (68°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Oct 21°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 227 mm (8.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 228 mm (9 in)