Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Avignon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Avignon or Puerto del Carmen?
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 Avignon and Puerto del Carmen. 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: Avignon or Puerto del Carmen?
Avignon
Avignon is a beautiful medieval walled city southeast of Paris. Often referred to as the City of Popes due to the large number of popes who have resided there over the years, Avignon boasts a wonderful history of art and culture. Located on the leafy banks of the Rhone, it is probably best-known these days for the children's song - Sur le pont d'Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city's Unesco-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. And nearby Chateauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city's intact ramparts and pedestrianized center lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each summer, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d'Avignon. History surrounds you, sharing its secrets as you roam Avignon's quiet, shaded, cobblestone streets. Decorated with gorgeous fountains, avenues and squares, although Avignon is quite a big township, you'll see that this beautiful walled city still maintains its small town charm.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAvignon €700Puerto del Carmen €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Avignon is €700, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €173. 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 Avignon and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAvignon €647Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAvignon €1,294Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Avignon and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Avignon or Puerto del Carmen? 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: Avignon Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Avignon €21Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Avignon
Also for Avignon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfert Avignon Marseille : $273
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $164
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $164
- Private transfer Marseille - Avignon: $428
- Private Departure Transfer from Avignon to Marseille Airport MRS: $117
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Avignon - Round-Trip Transfer: $233
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Van: $132
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Business Car: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Business Car: $91
- Arrival Priate Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Van: $132
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto del Carmen
Also for Puerto del Carmen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote : Parasailing activity with hotel transfer: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Avignon or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Avignon 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 dayAvignon €33Puerto del Carmen €51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Avignon
For Avignon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Avignon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $98
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $207
- Cooking lessons: $213
- Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local Chef: $403
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Avignon €15Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Avignon
For Avignon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex: $46
- Aix en Provence and Avignon city of Popes Private Tour: $1,486
- Arles and Camargue Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon: $98
- Avignon : Half-Day Walking Tour with Private Guide: $160
- Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
- Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace: $75
- Avignon private guided tour: $273
- All About Avignon Tour: $21
- Around The Palace Tour: $31
- City Walking Tour with Popes Palace Entry: $74
- Emblematic Squares Tour: $267
- Historic District Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAvignon €16Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Avignon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Avignon:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.26
- THE CUBE: Private Tour Of Semi-Gravity Cubist Cellar with Wine Tasting: $11
- Provence and Wine Tasting by E-Bike from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: $65
- E-bike tour and wine tasting from Vaison la Romaine: $65
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $87
- From Morning Wine Tour to Châteauneuf du Pape: $95
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $97
- From Afternoon Wine Tour Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $104
- Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon: $131
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape Prestige Wine Tour from Avignon: $152
- 8 Hours Private Wine Tour in Châteauneuf du Pape: $164
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Avignon and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Avignon is more expensive. And not only is Puerto del Carmen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Puerto del Carmen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto del Carmen 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 Avignon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avignon than you might in Puerto del Carmen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Avignon Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Avignon or Puerto del Carmen?
Avignon has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Avignon and Puerto del Carmen, 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.
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.