Which place is cheaper, Granada or Asuncion?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Asuncion or Granada?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or Granada, 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: Asuncion or Granada?
Asuncion
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
Granada
Granada is Nicaragua's oldest colonial city, and arguably, the most beautiful city in the country. It sits on the northern edge of Lake Nicaragua (Lago Cocibolca) and has many beautifully colored buildings and nice churches. The city's beauty and colonial architecture, along with its relative safety and accessibility, make it one of Nicaragua's top tourist destinations. The city has long been a center for commerce, but today its economy depends heavily on tourism. The city is the sixth largest in Nicaragua and a real estate boom in the early 2000's brought a large number of expats to the town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua, and The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAsuncion $68Granada $40
The average daily cost (per person) in Asuncion is $68, while the average daily cost in Granada is $40. 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 Asuncion and Granada in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAsuncion $22Granada $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAsuncion $44Granada $34
Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Granada
Looking for a hotel in Asuncion or Granada? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Asuncion Hotel Prices and Granada Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Asuncion $8.82Granada $8.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion
Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private car from Asuncion City - Asuncion Airport (ASU): $20
- Transfer in Private Car from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $21
- Transfer in private minivan from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $29
- Transfer in private minivan Asuncion City - Silvio Pettirosi Airport (ASU): $29
- RoundTrip Private Transfer Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $52
- RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Granada:
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Airport or Hotels in Granada: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Granada?
Prices for flights to both Granada and Asuncion 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 dayAsuncion $17Granada $14
Typical Food Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of dining costs in Granada are as follows:
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Pizza$2.29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Asuncion $16Granada $10
Tours and Activities in Asuncion
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Asuncion: $34
- Walking Tour with a Local in Asuncion "The Mother of Cities": $35
- Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
- Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $85
- Golden Triangle Tour: $110
- Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
- Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour from Asunción: $160
- Half-Day Yparacai Lake Tour from Asuncion with Pick Up: $185
- Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $207
- Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
- Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
Typical Entertainment Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Granada are as follows:
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Lago de Nicaragua Boat Tour$8.17
Tours and Activities in Granada
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Granada are as follows:
- Bird Watching Tour: $90
- Boat Tour and Granada City Tour: $120
- Charming Granada Outdoor "Private Tour" : $92
- Experience Granadas Best Sights Carriage ride + Local Guide: $65
- Fabulous Night Tour in Masaya Volcano from Granada: $158
- From Full-Day Tour to 6 Attractions with Lunch incl: $125
- Full Day Tour Isletas + Pueblos Blancos + Laguna from Granada: $120
- Full Day Tour in Granada with Volcano Visit: $224
- Full-Day Tour: Masaya Volcano, Art Market and White Villages: $60
- Granada City Tour: $40
- Granada Colonial City Tour and Masaya Volcano: $130
- Granada Kayak Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAsuncion $10Granada $7.50
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
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Beer$1.22
Typical Alcohol Prices in Granada
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Granada:
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Tequila$1.36
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asuncion and Granada, we can see that Asuncion is more expensive. And not only is Granada much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Asuncion is in South America and Granada is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Granada would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Granada 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 Asuncion would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asuncion than you might in Granada.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Asuncion Expensive? and Is Granada Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Granada?
Asuncion has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Granada. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion and Granada, 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 Asuncion or Granada?
Asuncion has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Granada experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Asuncion or Granada in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Asuncion as well as Granada. The warm climate attracts visitors to Granada throughout the year.
In January, Asuncion is generally around the same temperature as Granadain July. Daily temperatures in Asuncion average around 29°C (84°F), and Granada fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Asuncion this time of the year. In the summer, Asuncion often gets more sunshine than Granadain July. Asuncion gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Granada receives 175 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Granada. Asuncion receives a lot of rain in the summer. Asuncion usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Granadain July. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Granada receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyAsuncion 29°C (84°F)Granada 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Granada in the Autumn?
Both Granada and Asuncion are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Granada because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Asuncion is cooler than Granada in the autumn. The daily temperature in Asuncion averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Granada fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in October.
Asuncion usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Granada during autumn. Asuncion gets 199 hours of sunny skies, while Granada receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Granada. It's quite rainy in Asuncion. In April, Asuncion usually receives less rain than Granadain October. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Granada receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberAsuncion 24°C (75°F)Granada 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Granada in the Winter?
Both Granada and Asuncion during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Granada year-round.
In the winter, Asuncion is cooler than Granada. Typically, the winter temperatures in Asuncion in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Granada averages at about 26°C (79°F)in January.
In Granada, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Asuncion often gets less sunshine than Granadain January. Asuncion gets 191 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Granada receives 244 hours of full sun.
Asuncion usually gets more rain in July than Granadain January. Asuncion gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Granada receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAsuncion 19°C (66°F)Granada 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Granada in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Asuncion and Granada. Granada attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Asuncion is generally cooler than Granadain April. Daily temperatures in Asuncion average around 25°C (77°F), and Granada fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Granada this time of the year. In Asuncion, it's very sunny this time of the year. Asuncion usually receives less sunshine than Granada during spring. Asuncion gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Granada receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
Asuncion gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Asuncion usually receives more rain than Granadain April. Asuncion gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Granada receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilAsuncion 25°C (77°F)Granada 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Granada and Asuncion
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 29°C (84°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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