Which place is cheaper, Lugo or Beaune?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beaune or Lugo?
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 Beaune and Lugo. 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: Beaune or Lugo?
Beaune
The walled-town of Beaune is located at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Once the capital of the region and still surrounded by the Cote d’Or vineyards, the cobbled town is just a starting point for food and wine connoisseurs looking to taste their way through the greater countryside of Burgundy.
Lugo
Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeaune €166Lugo €98
The average daily cost (per person) in Beaune is €166, while the average daily cost in Lugo is €98. 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 Beaune and Lugo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeaune €83Lugo €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeaune €166Lugo €100
Compare Hotels in Beaune and Lugo
Looking for a hotel in Beaune or Lugo? 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: Beaune Hotel Prices and Lugo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beaune €41Lugo €20
Is it cheaper to fly into Beaune or Lugo?
Prices for flights to both Lugo and Beaune 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 dayBeaune €54Lugo €34
Typical Food Prices in Beaune
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beaune:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)€9.00
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Cookie€1.00
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Coffee€2.80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beaune €33Lugo €13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Beaune
Here are a few typical costs in Beaune for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Winery Tour (for 2)€20
Tours and Activities in Beaune
Here are a few actual costs in Beaune for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beguiling Beaune Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.99
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burgundy’s Wine Capital: $5.99
- Skip the Line: Abbaye de Fontenay Admission Ticket: $13
- Small group guided tour - Beaune 2h: $22
- Meursault: Tour of the Vineyards on Motorbike with Sidecar: $59
- Private Guided Sidecar Tour in Burgundy from Meursault: $60
- Paris Private Walking Street Art Tour: $87
- Small group tour Morning in Côte de Beaune: $102
- Touristic highlights of Semur-en-Auxois a Private half day tour with a local: $118
- Private city tour - Beaune the essential - 2h: $187
- Private guided tour - Beaune 2h: $191
- Wine walking tour through the Burgundian vineyards - 2h: $191
Tours and Activities in Lugo
Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cathedral of Santa Maria Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $6.42
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $80
- ¡¡NEW!! Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeaune €48Lugo €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Beaune
Also in Beaune, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 2 Hour Sparkling Wine Tasting and visit in Beaune: $11
- Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard: $21
- Maison Champy Guided Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $27
- Visit Domaine Bourgogne - Guided wine tasting: $44
- From Full-Day Bicycle and Wine Tour in Burgundy: $227
- Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune: $229
- Wine tour - Meursault, its prestigious whites: $240
- Wine tour - Aloxe-Corton, its great wines: $240
- From Burgundy Day Trip with 12 Wine Tastings: $262
- Côte de Nuits Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
- Côte de Beaune Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beaune and Lugo, we can see that Beaune is more expensive. And not only is Lugo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lugo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lugo 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 Beaune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beaune than you might in Lugo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beaune Expensive? and Is Lugo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beaune or Lugo?
Lugo has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Beaune. When comparing the sizes of Beaune and Lugo, 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.
When is the best time to visit Beaune or Lugo?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Beaune or Lugo in the Summer?
Both Lugo and Beaune are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Beaune in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Beaune is a little warmer than Lugo in the summer. The daily temperature in Beaune averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Lugo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Lugo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beaune. Beaune usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lugo during summer. Beaune gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beaune usually receives more rain than Lugo. Beaune gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeaune 21°C (70°F)Lugo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Lugo in the Autumn?
Both Lugo and Beaune during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Beaune for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere during these months.
In the autumn, Beaune is cooler than Lugo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beaune in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Lugo averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Beaune often gets less sunshine than Lugo. Beaune gets 121 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun.
Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beaune usually gets less rain in October than Lugo. Beaune gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeaune 13°C (55°F)Lugo 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Lugo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beaune and Lugo. The winter months attract visitors to Beaune because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Beaune can be very cold. In January, Beaune is generally much colder than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Beaune average around 3°C (38°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Beaune usually receives less sunshine than Lugo during winter. Beaune gets 53 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
Lugo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Beaune usually receives less rain than Lugo. Beaune gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeaune 3°C (38°F)Lugo 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Beaune or Lugo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Beaune as well as Lugo. The small town charm are the main draw to Beaune this time of year.
Beaune is around the same temperature as Lugo in the spring. The daily temperature in Beaune averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Lugo fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Beaune often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lugo. Beaune gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun.
Beaune usually gets less rain in April than Lugo. Beaune gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeaune 11°C (53°F)Lugo 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Lugo and Beaune
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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.