A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Caltagirone vs. A Coruna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Caltagirone or A Coruna?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Caltagirone and A Coruna 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: Caltagirone or A Coruna?

Caltagirone

Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.

A Coruna

A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.

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Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Caltagirone?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Caltagirone is €95, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Caltagirone and A Coruna in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Caltagirone 59
    A Coruna 51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Caltagirone 118
    A Coruna 102
Compare Hotels in Caltagirone and A Coruna

Looking for a hotel in Caltagirone or A Coruna? 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.

Hotels in Caltagirone


Hotels in A Coruna


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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: Caltagirone Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Caltagirone 8.57
    A Coruna 13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:

  • Transfer from Taormina and sourrounding villages to Catania Airport: $153
  • Transfer from Syracuse to Catania with driver private: $98
  • Transfer from Palermo airport to solve the expected problem: $58
  • Transfer from Catania airport to Ragusa: $87
  • Transfer from Catania airport to Catania Center: $60
  • Transfer from Catania Ragusa with private driver with car or van: $83
  • Transfer from Catania Airport to Catania city center or vice versa: $41
  • Transfer from Catania / Catania city center to Taormina or vice versa: $99
  • Transfer from Catania (everywhere) to Caltagirone (or viceversa): $95
  • Transfer da aeroporto Trapani a San Vito Lo Capo: $68
  • Transfer Tour from Taormina to Palermo with a stop in Cefalù: $290
  • Transfer Syracuse to Palermo with to visit Agrigento with Van: $168

Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna

Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131

Is it cheaper to fly into Caltagirone or A Coruna?

Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Caltagirone 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Caltagirone 31
    A Coruna 28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Caltagirone

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.

  • Palermo Street Food Tour including Market and City Centre: $21
  • Palermo Street Food tour: art, history and ancient markets: $49
  • Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo: $49
  • Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania: $53
  • Catania Patisserie Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $60
  • Classic Palermo Street Food Tour: $60
  • Dinner in the Madonie Mountains : $65
  • Catania Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $67
  • Palermo Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $69
  • Vegan Street Food Tour: $71
  • Street Food Tour in Ortigia Syracuse: $75
  • Italian Bread and Pizza Making Experience in Palermo: $76

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna

For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
  • Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
  • 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Caltagirone 5.71
    A Coruna 9.72

Tours and Activities in Caltagirone

Here are a few actual costs in Caltagirone for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Boat Tour in Syracuse with Aperitif 1 hour and a half: $55
  • Daily Boat Tour to the Egadi Islands: $76
  • Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $43
  • Taormina Sunset Tour with Aperitif on Roof-Top Terrace: $153
  • 1 hour Calessino Tour in Syracuse: $131
  • 2 Hour Private Tour to Agrigento Valley of the Temples: $206
  • 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
  • 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $37
  • 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
  • 2-hour private tour of Ortigia by bike: $115
  • 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Archaeological Park of Neàpolis and Ortigia: $136
  • 3 hours in Syracuse Boat Tour and Tuk tuk Tourist Tour: $120

Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:


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Tours and Activities in A Coruna

For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
  • A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
  • Guided Tour Lugo: $27
  • Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $32
  • Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
  • A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
  • Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
  • E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
  • Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
  • A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
  • 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Caltagirone 13
    A Coruna 13

Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:

  • Organic wine tasting at our historic cantina: $33
  • Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $35
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $37
  • Marsala wine tasting in historic winery: $38
  • Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $41
  • Wine Tasting Experience Etna Nord: $41
  • Wine Tasting in Panoramic Winery on Mount Etna: $41
  • From Marzamemi: 2-Hour Authentic Wine Tasting in Val di Noto: $48
  • Natural wine tasting in Palermo: $49
  • Wine tasting of the Mazara del Vallo nature reserve: $49
  • Wine tasting on the southern slope of Etna: $51
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $52


When comparing the travel costs between Caltagirone and A Coruna, we can see that Caltagirone 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.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caltagirone Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Caltagirone or A Coruna?

A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Caltagirone. When comparing the sizes of Caltagirone and A Coruna, 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 Caltagirone or A Coruna?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Caltagirone or A Coruna in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Caltagirone as well as A Coruna. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Caltagirone this time of year.

In the summer, Caltagirone is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Caltagirone in July average around 26°C (79°F), and A Coruna averages at about 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In the summer, Caltagirone often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun.

Caltagirone usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Caltagirone 26°C (79°F) 
    A Coruna 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or A Coruna in the Autumn?

Both A Coruna and Caltagirone are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Caltagirone for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Caltagirone is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Caltagirone average around 19°C (67°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

Caltagirone usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during autumn. Caltagirone gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. In October, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Caltagirone 19°C (67°F) 
    A Coruna 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or A Coruna in the Winter?

Both A Coruna and Caltagirone during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Caltagirone in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Caltagirone is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the winter. The daily temperature in Caltagirone averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and A Coruna fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the winter, Caltagirone often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun.

A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Caltagirone usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Caltagirone 10°C (51°F) 
    A Coruna 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or A Coruna in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Caltagirone and A Coruna. Most visitors come to Caltagirone for the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Caltagirone is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Caltagirone in April average around 15°C (58°F), and A Coruna averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In Caltagirone, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caltagirone usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during spring. Caltagirone gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Caltagirone gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Caltagirone 15°C (58°F) 
    A Coruna 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for A Coruna and Caltagirone

Caltagirone A Coruna
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (51°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 11°C (51°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 15°C (58°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 15°C (58°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.5 in) 19°C (67°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 24°C (74°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 19°C (65°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 75 mm (2.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 128 mm (5 in)