A Travel Price Comparison for Spain Asturias vs. Galicia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Asturias or Galicia?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Asturias and Galicia can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Asturias or Galicia?

Asturias

Asturias is a region of Northwest Spain known for its rugged coastline, mountain landscapes, religious sites, and medieval architecture. While the natural landscapes answer the calling for outdoor adventures, the cities offer chances to experience the local history and culture. When it comes to sampling the best features of Asturias, there really is a little bit of everything.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Asturias?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Asturias Prices
    Spain Prices
    Galicia Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Asturias 143
    Galicia 114

The average daily cost (per person) in Asturias is €143, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €114. 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 Asturias and Galicia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asturias 69
    Galicia 43
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asturias 138
    Galicia 86
Compare Hotels in Asturias and Galicia

Looking for a hotel in Asturias 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.

Hotels in Asturias


Hotels in Galicia


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asturias 16
    Galicia 24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asturias

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Asturias:

  • Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $106

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:

  • Departure Private Transfer Santiago de Compostela to SCQ Airport by Business Car: $70
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $153
  • Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $152
  • Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port: $152
  • Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $204
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $66
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $55
  • Transfer Vigo and Vigo Airport: $58
  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $140
  • Transfer to Santiago de Compostela Airport: $221

Is it cheaper to fly into Asturias or Galicia?

Prices for flights to both Galicia and Asturias 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
    Asturias 61
    Galicia 49

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia

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

  • Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local: $87
  • Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $114
  • Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $243

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asturias 19
    Galicia 16

Tours and Activities in Asturias

Here are a few actual costs in Asturias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • TOP Oviedo : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.82
  • Oviedo Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $8.09
  • 1934 Revolution Tour: $12
  • OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $12
  • Guided tour of Oviedo: $12
  • Oviedo Civil War Tour: $14
  • Sidra Vda. de Angelón: Guided tour of a cider house with tasting: $15
  • Cangas de Onís: Sella River Canoeing Adventure: $40
  • Lakes of Covadonga, Onis Cangas and Ballasts Tour from Oviedo: $55
  • From Oviedo: Tour to Picos de Europa and Potes: $57
  • From Santiago: Tour to Lugo, Cathedral Beach and Asturias: $71
  • Tour Llanes and Ethnographic Museum of Eastern Asturias: $72

Tours and Activities in Galicia

Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Self-Guided Tapas Tour of Vigo: $3.48
  • Finisterre and Costa da Morte: The Most Complete Tour of Santiago: $3.49
  • Self-Guided Tapas Tour of A Coruña: $3.49
  • Self-Guided Tapas Tour of Santiago de Compostela: $3.49
  • A Coruña Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.19
  • Pontevedra Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.76
  • TOP Vigo : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.82
  • TOP Pontevedra : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.82
  • TOP Santiago de Compostela : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.83
  • TOP A Coruña : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.83
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $6.72
  • Santiago Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $7.00

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asturias 16
    Galicia 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:

  • Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $35
  • Galician Wine Tasting with Pairing Lunch: $70


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asturias and Galicia, we can see that Asturias 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 Asturias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asturias than you might in Galicia.

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