Which place is cheaper, Vigo or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Athens or Vigo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Athens and Vigo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Athens or Vigo?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
Vigo
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAthens €127Vigo €99
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €127, while the average daily cost in Vigo is €99. 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 Athens and Vigo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Vigo €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Vigo €86
Compare Hotels in Athens and Vigo
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Vigo? 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Vigo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Vigo €37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer to/from Argos: $14
- One way Private Transfer Athens City Center to / from Piraeus Port: $20
- Private Transfer from Piraeus Port and Hotels to Athens: $22
- Athens Hotels To Piraeus Port-Hotels Luxury Transfer Services: $22
- Private transfer between Athens hotels and Piraeus Port: $22
- From Athens Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Rafina Port: $24
- Athens Private Transfer: Piraeus Cruise Port to Central Athens : $24
- Private Transfer from Athens City to Piraeus Port: $26
- Piraeus Port: Private One-Way Transfer to Athens City Center: $26
- Athens City to Athens Airport Easy Van and Minibus Transfer: $28
- Athens Airport to Athens City Easy Van and Minibus Transfer: $28
- AIRPORT TRANSFER in Athens : $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Vigo?
Prices for flights to both Vigo and Athens 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 dayAthens €37Vigo €35
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Street Food Tour Market & City Centre: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $46
- Greek Street Food Tour: $51
- Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries: $52
- Middle-eastern Cuisine Cooking Class with Meal: $52
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide and 7 Tastings: $57
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $60
- Alternative, truly authentic food tour in secret Athens: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Class with Meal: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Classes in Athina: $64
- Light Lunch Tasting & Cooking Demo: $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Vigo €10
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Meouzo Online City Tour: $3.20
- Self-guided First Discovery Walk and Reading Tour: $3.21
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour into Byzantine Gems: $4.60
- A Neoclassical Capital: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.50
- 360 Virtual tour of Ancient Athens: $6.00
- Herakleidon Museum of Ancient Greek Technology: Entry Ticket: $6.42
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Athens: $6.53
- Ancient Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
- Ancient Agora of Athens Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- The Best of Piraeus: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Greece: Tourist eSIM Data Plan: $7.18
- Ancient Agora: Audiovisual self-guided tour with 3D models: $7.48
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
- Albarino : Sensorial experience and Heritage: $129
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Vigo: $32
- Exclusive Vigo experience: $155
- Full Day Santiago de Compostela Private Tour from Vigo, Shore Excursion: $169
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from Vigo for Cruisers Only: $75
- GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.09
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $17
- Morning electric bike tour of Vigo and photography contest: $76
- New 2-hour Electric Bike Tour and Photography Contest: $34
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21
- Private Tour in Ourense: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Vigo €5.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $17
- Greek Wine Tasting: $23
- Premium Wine Tastings: $35
- Greek Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $43
- Athens Wine Tasting: $44
- Old Town Athens Wine Tasting: $52
- Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $52
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $53
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $53
- Greek food and wine tasting: $53
- Rare Greek Wine Tasting w/Sommelier by the Acropolis: $59
- Wine Tasting and Storytelling in a Historical Square in Athina: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Vigo, we can see that Athens is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Athens would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Athens than you might in Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Athens Expensive? and Is Vigo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Vigo?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Vigo. When comparing the sizes of Athens and Vigo, 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 Athens or Vigo?
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 Athens or Vigo in the Summer?
Both Vigo and Athens during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Athens because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Athens is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 27°C (81°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Vigo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Athens. In the summer, Athens often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 299 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in July than Vigo. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Vigo 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Athens or Vigo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Vigo. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
Athens is a little warmer than Vigo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Vigo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Athens, it's very sunny this time of the year. Athens usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during autumn. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 174 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Vigo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Athens usually receives less rain than Vigo. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Vigo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Athens or Vigo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Athens as well as Vigo. Many travelers come to Athens for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Athens is around the same temperature as Vigo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Athens in January average around 10°C (51°F), and Vigo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Athens often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 110 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vigo. Athens usually gets less rain in January than Vigo. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Vigo 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Athens or Vigo in the Spring?
Both Vigo and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Athens in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Athens is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 16°C (60°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. Athens usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during spring. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. In April, Athens usually receives less rain than Vigo. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Vigo 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Vigo and Athens
| Athens | Vigo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
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.