A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Arles vs. Playa del Ingles for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Arles or Playa del Ingles?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Arles and Playa del Ingles can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Arles or Playa del Ingles?

Arles

Arles is a city (and commune) in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhone department. A large part of the Camargue is located on the territory of the commune, making it the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory. The city has a long history, and was considerably important in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles from 1888 to 1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there. The Arles area is full of culture and rich in history. It has many treasures, points of interest, and colorful sunbaked houses and is a great introduction into the Camarguais culture.

Playa del Ingles

Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to France, The Best G Adventures Tours to France, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Arles or Playa del Ingles?

Arles has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Playa del Ingles. When comparing the sizes of Arles and Playa del Ingles, 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 Arles or Playa del Ingles?

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 Arles or Playa del Ingles in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Arles as well as Playa del Ingles. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Arles this time of year.

In the summer, Arles is around the same temperature as Playa del Ingles. Typically, the summer temperatures in Arles in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 22°C (72°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa del Ingles. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Arles this time of the year. In the summer, Arles often gets more sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 354 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 293 hours of full sun.

Arles usually gets more rain in July than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Arles or Playa del Ingles in the Autumn?

Both Playa del Ingles and Arles are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Arles for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Arles is generally cooler than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Arles average around 16°C (61°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Playa del Ingles. Arles usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during autumn. Arles gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Arles. In October, Arles usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Arles or Playa del Ingles in the Winter?

Both Playa del Ingles and Arles during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Arles in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Arles is much colder than Playa del Ingles in the winter. The daily temperature in Arles averages around 7°C (44°F) in January, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

In the winter, Arles often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 146 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 187 hours of full sun.

Arles usually gets more rain in January than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Arles or Playa del Ingles in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Arles and Playa del Ingles. Most visitors come to Arles for the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Arles is cooler than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the spring temperatures in Arles in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa del Ingles this time of the year. In Arles, it's very sunny this time of the year. Arles usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa del Ingles during spring. Arles gets 218 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Arles usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Arles gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Playa del Ingles and Arles