Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Aragon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Aragon or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aragon or Catalonia, 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: Aragon or Catalonia?
Aragon
If you want to head off the beaten track or simply get away from it all, head over to Aragon, Spain, where you won't have any trouble finding peace and quiet or uncovering ancient history in a region yet to be inundated with tourists. The population of Aragon does not exceed 1.5 million and less than a third resides outside of Zaragoza, which will make for the perfect adventure away from the crowds.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAragon €2,663Catalonia €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Aragon is €2,663, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €195. 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 Aragon and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAragon €1,441Catalonia €88
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2.00Catalonia €176
Compare Hotels in Aragon and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Aragon or Catalonia? 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
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aragon €161Catalonia €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) - Departure Private Transfer: $288
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar: $282
- Private Transfer from Port Aventura to Barcelona Airport: $278
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Figueres: $276
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Calella de Palafrugell: $276
- Private Transfer from Barcelona city to Girona airport: $264
- Private Transfer From Tarragona To Barcelona With a 2 Hour Stop: $253
- La Roca Village: private Round-Trip Transfer: $252
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $235
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Reuse Airport: $235
- Barcelona Airport Private Taxi Transfer to Costa Brava, Lloret.: $233
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Girona: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Aragon or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Aragon 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 dayAragon €869Catalonia €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tipsy Food Tour with Paella and Sangria and History in Barcelona: $41
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit: $53
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $56
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $63
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $69
- Barcelona Boqueria Market e Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $81
- Barcelona: Gothic And El Born Food Tour with Tapas and Wine: $81
- Barcelona Culinary Experience: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class: $88
- Barcelona Rooftop Paella Cooking Class with Sangria & Local Host: $88
- Plant Based Food Tour in Barcelona: $88
- Barcelona : Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Exclusive Tour: $93
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aragon €311Catalonia €31
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "The Shadow of the Wind" Novel Walking Tour: $21
- (French)Barcelona Premium Pastry Tour: Over 100 Years of History: $116
- 1 Day Private Sailing Tour from Sitges: $111
- 1 hour Shared Sailing Tour in Barcelona with Open Bar & Snacks: $29
- 1 hour Wakeboarding Adventure in Sitges for All Levels: $235
- 1,5 Hour sunset Tour on a Historical Boat with music DJ &, drinks: $57
- 2 hour Shared Sailing Tour in Barcelona with Open Bar & Snacks: $53
- 2-Hour Private Photo Walking Tour: $117
- 2.5h E-Bike Tour: Parks, Gardens, Beach & Panoramic City Views: $41
- 20 min Barceloneta and the Beach Supercar City Tour: $115
- 2h Private visit to the National Art Museum MNAC with tickets: $218
- 3-Hour French Tour with Boqueria Point of Sale: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAragon €212Catalonia €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $16
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $18
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Largest Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $23
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Barcelona: Magic Montjuïc Tour, Wine Tasting & Best photo spots!: $33
- Winery tour & wine tasting in Penedès region 40min from Barcelona: $38
- Wine Tasting Experience in Barcelona: $41
- Small-Group Natural and Organic Wine Tasting near Sitges: $46
- Barcelona Picasso Museum & Optional El Born Tapas & Wine Tour: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aragon and Catalonia, we can see that Aragon is more expensive. And not only is Catalonia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catalonia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catalonia 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 Aragon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aragon than you might in Catalonia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aragon Expensive? and Is Catalonia Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.