Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Barcelona?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Barcelona or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Barcelona and Costa Vicentina can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Barcelona or Costa Vicentina?
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.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBarcelona €156Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Barcelona is €156, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. 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 Barcelona and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBarcelona €96Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBarcelona €192Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Barcelona and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Barcelona or Costa Vicentina? 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: Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Barcelona €19Costa Vicentina €40
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:
- Barcelona Airport to Barcelona City transfer : $31
- Barcelona City to Sant Train Station Barcelona private transfer: $31
- Transfer From Barcelona Airport to Barcelona Cruise Port: $40
- Airport Transfers Barcelona Minivan : $75
- Arrival Barcelona Airport Private Transfer: $31
- Arrival Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona: $33
- Arrival Transfer El Prat Airport BCN to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $91
- Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona in Private Car/Van: $80
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Business Car: $86
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $91
- Arrival barcelona Cruise Port to Airport private transfer: $40
- Arrival private transfer from Florence FLR Airport to Florence city - car or van: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Barcelona or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBarcelona €33Costa Vicentina €34
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.
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $21
- Walking Tour + Flamenco + Tapas Dinner (choose options): $27
- Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $27
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- La Barceloneta: Tapas Food Tour: $37
- Barcelona La Barceloneta Tapas Food Tour: $38
- Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
- Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $56
- Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience & Wine: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience and Wine in Barcelona: $60
- Barcelona street food tour La Boqueria Market: $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Barcelona €33Costa Vicentina €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
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Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass€42
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Souvenir Gaudi Book€8.55
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Admission to Museo Picasso€6.00
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
- Sagrada Familia: History&Legends Comedy Tour: $2.13
- History & Legends Comedy Tour: Barcelona Gothic Quarter: $2.93
- Gothic Quarter Free Walking Tour in English: $3.20
- Alternative Free Tour of the Raval: $3.20
- Escape Game and Tour: $3.20
- Barcelona Free Tour: Gaudi Highlights and La Sagrada Famila: $3.20
- Gaudí Free Tour in English: $3.20
- Barcelona Gothic Quarter: History&Legends Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.27
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Free Tour: Stories, Secrets & Symbolism: $3.27
- Gaudi self-guided tour app with multilingual audio guide: $4.26
- Banksy Museum, Permanent Exhibition Ticket: $4.79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBarcelona €17Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by King - Bar & Nightclub Hopping Tour: $14
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING - Nightlife Party Experience: $16
- Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $16
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: 4+ Venues, Free shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $23
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: $26
- Catalan Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour & VIP Club Entry: $29
- Barcelona Wine Tasting: Catalan and Spanish Wines: $32
- Guided City Pub Crawl with 4 Drinks: $42
- Bar Crawl at Gaixample: $44
- Fun Wine Tasting in Barcelona with a Sommelier!: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Barcelona and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Barcelona Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.