Should you visit Barcelona or Sorrento?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Barcelona and Sorrento 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.
Sorrento
Sorrento is a popular travel destination in Campania, Italy. The city has nice architecture and many shops and outdoor cafes you can enjoy. Its access via the Circumvesuviana rail system make it a great base for visiting Pompeii and Ercolano.
The city has a Mediterranean climate that has mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The pleasant climate make it a popular destination year around, although you can expect crowds during the peak summer months.
You'll find no shortage of hotels and hostels in town as the city's economy is very much dependent on tourism. Hostels are generally clean and comfortable, but they may be more expensive than you expect. If you travel during the low season you're likely to save some money even if the weather isn't as nice. Mid range hotel rooms are usually smaller than their American counterparts, but they are clean and nice and often come with a complimentary breakfast. The same can generally be said for more expensive hotels.
Which city is cheaper, Sorrento 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 Sorrento is €112. 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 Sorrento 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 average price for accommodation for two people in Sorrento is €144. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
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 Sorrento can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €30 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €12 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
Sorrento €30
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 Sorrento
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:
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Pizza
€6.00
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
€43
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Casual Lunch (for Two)
€21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sorrento
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sorrento.
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Gelato Cooking Class in Sorrento:
$26
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Italian Gelato Cooking Class in Sorrento:
$26
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Private Virtual Cooking Class from Sorrento:
$37
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Pizza Show:
$39
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Handmade Neapolitan Pizza | Virtual Tour from Sorrento:
$44
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VIRTUAL LESSONS...maked Pizza, bread and fried Calzones in live!:
$47
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Pizza Show:
$47
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Small-Group Original Neapolitan Pizza Class in Sorrento:
$56
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Pizza Making Course:
$62
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Sorrento Handmade Pizza school:
$62
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Sorrento Pizza Making:
$62
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Live Streaming Italian Cooking Class:
$65
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.
The cost of a taxi ride in Sorrento is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €6.05 per person, per day, on local transportation in Sorrento.
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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Airport Transfer:
$127
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Airport Transfers:
$20
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Airport, Port cruise & Hotel Transfers:
$81
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Ancient winery of vermouth, Tarragona & Reus: private Round-Trip Transfer:
$311
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Arrival Private Transfer Barcelona City or Airport to Andorra by Business Car:
$445
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Arrival Private Transfer Barcelona Port to Barcelona City by Business Car:
$57
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Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Van Barcelona Port to Barcelona City:
$70
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Arrival Private Transfers from Barcelona Cruise Port to Bacelona City:
$88
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Barcelona - Salou private transfer:
$198
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Barcelona 1-Way Private Luxury Airport or Port Transfer:
$48
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Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Cruise Port - Arrival Private Car Transfer:
$46
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Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Cruise Port - Arrival Private Van Transfer:
$32
Typical Local Transportation prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:
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Private Transfer to Positano, Amalfi, or Naples:
$14
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Naples: Private Transfer to Sorrento:
$22
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Sorrento – Positano / Private Van Transfer:
$29
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Private Transfer: From Sorrento to Positano with hotel pick-up and drop-off:
$42
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Private Transfer to and from Sorrento - Amalfi Coast:
$44
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Sorrento – Positano / Private Car Transfer:
$44
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Sorrento - Napoli Airport (NAP) / Private Departure Van Transfer:
$50
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Private Transfer from Sorrento to Positano or Vice Versa:
$52
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Private Transfer: From Sorrento to Amalfi with hotel pick-up and drop-off:
$57
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Private transfer from Sorrento to Napoli Airport with minicab:
$61
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Private Transfer: From Sorrento (hotel) to Naples (hotel-airport-train station):
$63
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Sorrento to Naples Airport Private Departure Transfer:
$67
Is it cheaper to fly into Barcelona or Sorrento?
Prices for flights to both Sorrento 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.
Entertainment and activities in Sorrento typically cost an average of €26 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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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A Culinary Audio Tour of El Born by VoiceMap:
$5.50
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Self-Guided Tour with Over 100 Sights:
$5.68
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KBr Mapfre Foundation Entry Ticket:
$5.68
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Museu de la Xocolata Tickets:
$7.16
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Private Barcelona Ghost Tour: Gothic Quarter Exploration Game:
$7.45
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Museu de la Xocolata Admission Ticket:
$7.46
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Self-Guided City Audio Tour on Your Phone:
$8.16
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Gaudi House Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket:
$8.95
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Barcelona Port Traditional Boat Tour:
$9.16
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Guided Tour of Requesens Palace:
$9.54
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Guided Tour of Barcelona's Royal Academy of Sciences & Arts:
$9.54
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Skip the Line: Human Bodies - Entrance to the exhibition Ticket:
$9.95
Typical Entertainment prices in Sorrento
Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Sorrento
Here are a few actual costs in Sorrento for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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2-Hour Sorrento Walking Tour:
$10
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Sorrento Hop-on Hop-off Tour: 6-Hour Ticket:
$13
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Guided Walking Tour of Sorrento:
$19
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Cocktails & Appetizer | Virtual Tour from Sorrento:
$35
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2-Hour Kayak Tour from Marina del Cantone:
$39
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MT. Vesuvius HD Tour from Sorrento:
$41
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Amalfi Coast Full-Day Tour from Sorrento:
$43
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Sorrento Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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From Amalfi and Ravello Coastal Driving Tour:
$44
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POSITANO EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING HD TOUR - from Sorrento:
$44
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Skip-the-Line Pompeii Express Tour by Train from Sorrento:
$46
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Pompeii Half-day Coach Tour from Sorrento:
$47
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.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Sorrento may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €6.97 per day on alcoholic beverages.
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 Sorrento
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:
Sample the Local Flavors in Sorrento
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sorrento:
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Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting:
$84
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Wine Tasting on the Slopes of Vesuvius Including Lunch:
$109
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Sorrento Food & Wine Tour - 'Taste of Sorrento':
$116
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Full Day Small Group Pompeii Tour from Sorrento with Local Wine Tasting:
$127
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From Full-Day Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour:
$127
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Pompeii and Wine Tasting Tour from Sorrento:
$134
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Sorrento in 3 Wines: Exclusive Wine Tasting with an Expert & Food Pairing:
$136
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Vesuvius Wine Tasting Experience Tour:
$139
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Sorrento Food and Wine Tour-Small Group:
$149
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Pompeii,Vesuvius with Lunch & wine tasting from Sorrento Coast:
$210
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Private Trasportation To Pompeii + Lunch And Wine Tasting 6 Hours Total:
$236
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Half Day Wine Tour:
$249
When comparing the travel costs between Barcelona and Sorrento, 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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