Should you visit Barcelona or Bari?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Barcelona and Bari can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Barcelona
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city. Despite this, Bari is on the list of Southern Italy's best off the beaten path locations, and is a must-see for everyone - even though it doesn't get as many visitors as Italy's more popular destinations.
Which city is cheaper, Bari or Barcelona?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Barcelona is €122, while the average daily cost in Bari is €91. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Barcelona and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Barcelona is €148. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Bari, €118 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Bari, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is €59, such as in a hostel.
Food
The price of a meal in Barcelona can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €27 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €11 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
Food in Bari costs travelers about €26 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
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Food
Meals for one day
Barcelona €27
Bari €26
Typical Food prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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Hot Cocoa & Churro
€4.15
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Sandwich
€1.70
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Baguette & Horchata
€3.80
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Tapas on the beach
€8.28
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Gelatto
€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.
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Live from Potato Gnocchi Online Cooking Class:
$23
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Live from Barcelona to China: Potato Gnocchi Online Cooking Class:
$23
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Barcelona organic dinner in a beautiful rooftop garden:
$35
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Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience in Barcelona:
$49
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Hands-on Brunch Cooking Class with Bottomless Mimosas!:
$50
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Born district food tour and tasting in Barcelona:
$51
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Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide:
$52
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Street Food Tour & Gothic Quater Sightseeing with Local Expert:
$52
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Flamenco Show and Optional Dinner at a Tablao:
$52
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Bus and Walking Tour with Dinner:
$58
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Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit:
$59
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Skip the Line: Flamenco Show and Dinner Ticket:
$62
Typical Food prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Private Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw:
$70
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Bari Rickshaw and Street Food Tour:
$70
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Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour:
$76
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Traditional Italian pasta Hands-on cooking class:
$86
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Hands on home made Panzerotti cooking class in Bari:
$97
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Dining experience at a Cesarina's home in Bari with show cooking:
$106
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Small-group Street food tour in Bari:
$111
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Private Cooking class in a Local Apulian Masseria:
$135
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Private Tour: Pane and Pomodoro Beach Excursion plus Cooking Class with Lunch:
$160
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Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Bari:
$162
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Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
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Private cooking class at a local's home with tasting in Bari:
$180
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Barcelona is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €15 per person, per day, on local transportation in Barcelona.
Bari's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €9.18 per person, per day on transportation in Bari.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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10 Trip Metro Ticket
€7.80
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Airport Bus
€5.00
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Metro
€2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:
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Private 5 days in Barcelona with private transfers and private tours:
$1,524
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Private 5 days in Barcelona with tours and transfers and pick up and drop off:
$1,213
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Private Round-Trip transfer from Barcelona Airport or Barcelona city to Andorra:
$876
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Private 3 days in Barcelona with private tours and transfers:
$796
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Montserrat Monastery Tour & Hot Air Balloon Flight, Including Transfer, Lunch, Photos, Cava:
$791
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Private Transfer & Tours to Andorra from Barcelona 10 Hours:
$597
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Barcelona city or airport to Andorra Private Transfer:
$564
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Private Transfer from Barcelona travel to Andorra:
$554
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Transfer Barcelona-Madrid:
$531
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Private Round-Trip Transfer to Montserrat from Barcelona:
$529
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Private Transfer: Andorra to Barcelona City or BCN Airport by Luxury Van:
$522
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Barcelona city to Andorra Private Transfer:
$520
Typical Local Transportation prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Bari Private Transfer: Cruise Port or central rail station to Hotel:
$37
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Bari Private Transfer: City to Cruise Port or central rail station:
$37
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel in Bari city to Bari Airport:
$45
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Private Arrival Transfer: Bari Airport to Bari city Hotel:
$45
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Departure Private Transfer Bari City to Bari BRI Airport by Business Car or Van:
$52
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Bari Area:
$56
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Private Airport to Matera Transfer:
$68
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Private transfer from Bari to Polignano or vice versa:
$76
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Brindisi Area:
$82
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Private transfer from Bari to Matera or vice versa:
$82
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Private transfer from Bari to Alberobello or vice versa:
$87
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Private Transfer to and from Bari - Matera:
$100
Is it cheaper to fly into Barcelona or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and Barcelona 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Barcelona typically cost an average of €27 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Bari can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €6.89 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Typical Entertainment prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
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#1dayBarcelona. 6-Hour Action Packed Private City Discovery Tour:
$549
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"Gaudi’s Pedrera: The Origins" Night Show and Ticket:
$41
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'Game Of Thrones' Small Group Tour in Girona from Barcelona:
$125
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1 hour private sailing tour:
$158
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1,5 hour Vermut & Sailing Experience Barcelona with drinks and snacks!:
$41
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1-hour Private Speedboat Cruise from Barcelona:
$372
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1.5-Hour Sights of Barcelona E-Bike Tour Led by a Local Guide:
$34
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2 Hours Private Sailing Tour for Family and Friends:
$316
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2 Hours Running Tour in Barcelona with Local Guide:
$35
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2 hour Private Sunset Sailing Cruise Barcelona:
$372
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2 hour Sailing Cruise Barcelona:
$47
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2 hour Sunset Sailing Cruise Barcelona:
$47
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
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Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
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Bari Walking City Tour:
$19
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BARI special city tour:
$25
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Bari Walking tour:
$28
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Bari Bike Tour:
$32
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Bari Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$38
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1 Hour Bari Electric Scooter Guided Tour:
$40
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Private Bari Shopping and Sightseeing Tour:
$41
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Bari Segway Tour:
$50
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Walking tour Bari with Focaccia tasting:
$50
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Secret Bar Breakfast Experience:
$50
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Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Experience:
$54
Alcohol
The average person spends about €14 on alcoholic beverages in Barcelona per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Bari, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €10.
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
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Columbus Monument with Optional Wine Tasting:
$7.16
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Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting:
$9.54
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Backpacker Pub Crawl:
$18
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The Original Barcelona Pub Crawl:
$18
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Barcelona Halloween Pub Crawl:
$18
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Generation Pub Crawl in Barcelona:
$19
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Barcelona Pub Crawl:
$20
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Barcelona Wine Tasting: Catalan and Spanish Wines:
$21
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Wine Tasting Experience in Barcelona:
$22
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Opera Samfaina: Food and Wine Tasting Interactive Experience in Barcelona:
$26
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Wine tasting & tapas:
$39
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Barcelona Guided Local Wine Tasting Tour:
$44
Typical Alcohol prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
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Private guide Altamura with a visit to the wine museum and wine tasting:
$106
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Private Tour: Trulli of Alberobello plus Wine Tasting:
$253
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Trani, Wine Tasting, and Castel Del Monte tour from Bari or Ostuni:
$325
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Barcelona and Bari, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is Bari much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bari would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bari 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 Barcelona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Barcelona than you might in Bari.
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