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 €153Catalonia €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Aragon is €153, 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 €65Catalonia €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAragon €130Catalonia €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 €23Catalonia €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Montserrat Half Day Private Guided Tour with Transfers: $295
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) - Departure Private Transfer: $289
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Palamós - Arrival Private Transfer: $289
- Transfer from Barcelona City to Girones City by Private Sedan: $284
- Private Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Sitges: $283
- Private Transfer from Port Aventura to Barcelona Airport: $283
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar: $283
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Figueres: $277
- Private Transfer from Barcelona city to Girona airport: $266
- Private Transfer From Tarragona To Barcelona With a 2 Hour Stop: $257
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to La Roca Shopping Village: $255
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $236
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 €68Catalonia €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit: $53
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $53
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $57
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $57
- Barcelona: Wine Tasting and 5 Course Tapas Pairing Dinner: $70
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $70
- Barcelona Boqueria Market e Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $75
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $76
- Barcelona: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class with Sangria Making: $80
- Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona — Hands-On Workshop with wine: $81
- Barcelona Culinary Experience: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aragon €35Catalonia €31
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 'The Cathedral of the Sea' Walking Book Tour: $235
- "The Shadow of the Wind" Novel Walking Tour: $18
- 1 Day Private Sailing Tour from Sitges: $112
- 1 Hour Barcelona Sailing Tour Experience with Drinks: $34
- 1 hour Wakeboarding Adventure in Sitges for All Levels: $236
- 1,5 Hour sunset Tour on a Historical Boat with music DJ &, drinks: $58
- 2 Day Guided Private Tour Barcelona Experience Perfect Itinerary: $295
- 2 Wineries Small Group Tour with Free Hotel PickUp from Sitges: $130
- 2 hour French tour in the historic centre of Barcelona: $28
- 2-Hour Private Photo Walking Tour: $118
- 2-Hour Private Tour of Music in Barcelona: $177
- 2-Hours Barcelona Sunset Sailing Tour: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAragon €14Catalonia €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
- 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
- Barcelona Pub Crawl Experience with VIP Nightclub Entry: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona: 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $18
- Barcelona Pub Crawl and VIP Club Experience: $18
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $23
- Barcelona: Magic Montjuïc Tour, Wine Tasting & Best photo spots!: $26
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $29
- Barcelona: Bar Crawl at Gaixample: $29
- Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl With Hidden Bars & Optional Tapas: $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aragon and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia is more expensive. And not only is Aragon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aragon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aragon 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 Catalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catalonia than you might in Aragon.
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.