Should you visit Barcelona or Cinque Terre?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Barcelona and Cinque Terre 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.
Cinque Terre
Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.
Which city is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Barcelona?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Barcelona is €123, while the average daily cost in Cinque Terre is €110. 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 Cinque Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Barcelona is €150. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
The prices for places to stay in Cinque Terre can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €56, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €112.
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.
The price of a meal in Cinque Terre can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €33 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €13 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Barcelona €27
Cinque Terre €33
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 Barcelona to China: Potato Gnocchi Online Cooking Class:
$23
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Live from Potato Gnocchi Online Cooking Class:
$23
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Barcelona organic dinner in a beautiful rooftop garden:
$35
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Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Tour:
$48
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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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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 Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza
€9.50
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Panini
€3.75
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
€52
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Fresh Focaccia
€2.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour:
$93
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Market Tour, Home Cooking Class, Dinner:
$215
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.
Cinque Terre'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 €12 per person, per day on transportation in Cinque Terre.
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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Ultra - Barcelona Private Transfer from City Centre to Barcelona Cruise Port:
$9.41
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Ultra - Barcelona Private Transfer from Barcelona Cruise Port to City Centre:
$9.41
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Ultra - Barcelona Private Airport Transfer city centre to El Prat Airport BCN:
$9.41
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Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Main Train Station( Sants Train Station):
$30
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Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona:
$33
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Transfer in private vehicle from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Barcelona City:
$39
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Transfer in private vehicle from Barcelona City to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
$39
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Transfer in private minivan from Barcelona City to Barcelona el Prat Airport:
$55
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Transfer from Barcelona to Valencia or viceversa:
$498
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Transfer from Barcelona to Port Aventura Park:
$435
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Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona CITY - ROUND TRIP:
$124
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Transfer from Barcelona (any hotel or address) to Barcelona Airport (BCN):
$61
Typical Local Transportation prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre
Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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From Florence: Round Trip Transfer to Cinque Terre:
$64
Is it cheaper to fly into Barcelona or Cinque Terre?
Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €10 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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'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
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2 hours Exclusive Sunrise Sailing Experience from Port Vell:
$335
Typical Entertainment prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)
€10
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella
€16
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)
€5.00
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Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)
€12
Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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From La Spezia: Cinque Terre Tour with Limoncino Tasting:
$56
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Small Group Guided Tour from Florence:
$146
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Market Tour & Meal with a Local Cook:
$158
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From Pisa: Cinque Terre Small Group Tour:
$169
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From La Spezia: Cinque Terre Full-Day Boat Tour:
$169
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From Florence: Cinque Terre Small Group Tour with Lunch:
$271
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Private Tour of the Shelleys in Lerici nearby Cinque Terre:
$278
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From Florence: Cinque Terre, Vernazza, Lucca Guided Tour:
$624
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.
Typically, people visiting Cinque Terre spend on average €5.37 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
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:
$9.08
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Backpacker 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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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
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Wine Tasting near Sagrada Familia:
$47
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Fun Wine Tasting in Barcelona with a Sommelier!:
$53
Typical Alcohol prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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Glass of Local Wine
€2.90
Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:
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Guided Tour with Wine Tasting from Florence:
$681
When comparing the travel costs between Barcelona and Cinque Terre, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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