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

Should you visit Caltagirone or Vigo?

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 Vigo 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 Vigo?

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.

Vigo

Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, Vigo 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 Vigo is €99. 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 Vigo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Caltagirone 59
    Vigo 43
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Caltagirone 118
    Vigo 86
Compare Hotels in Caltagirone and Vigo

Looking for a hotel in Caltagirone or Vigo? 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 Vigo


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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 Vigo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Caltagirone 8.57
    Vigo 37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:

  • Private Transfer from Syracuse City to Siracusa Cruise Port: $22
  • Palermo Cruise Port to Palermo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
  • Private Transfer from Palermo Cruise Port to Palermo hotels: $26
  • Palermo hotels to Palermo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $26
  • Departure Private Transfer Catania, Taormina or Noto to Catania Airport by Sedan: $30
  • Arrival Private Transfer Catania Airport to Catania, Taormina or Noto Sedan Car: $30
  • Palermo Cruise Port to Palermo Airport (PMO) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
  • Private Transfer from Messiena hotels to Messina Cruise Port: $35
  • Messina Cruise Port to Messina hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
  • Messina Hotels to Messina Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $35
  • Private Transfer from Messina Cruise Port to Messiena hotels: $35
  • Taxi Transfer from Catania Airport to Catania City or vice versa: $38

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:

  • One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Caltagirone or Vigo?

Prices for flights to both Vigo 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
    Vigo 35

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 Vigo

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

  • Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Caltagirone 5.71
    Vigo 10

Tours and Activities in Caltagirone

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

  • Taormina: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Sicily’s Hilltop Town: $8.99
  • Half Day Guided Tour in Palermo _ Hello, my name is Palermo!: $16
  • Guided tour of the salt pans of Trapani and the Salt Museum: $20
  • Classical Ortigia Guided Group Tour: $21
  • 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
  • City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
  • Etna Tour jeep excursion and trekking: $22
  • Catania walking Tour small group: $22
  • Tour of Ortigia and sea caves by boat in Syracuse: $22
  • 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
  • Ortigia Walking Tour: $27
  • Bike Tour in Palermo for Small Groups: $27

Tours and Activities in Vigo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:

  • GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.09
  • Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $1.09
  • Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
  • Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $10
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $10
  • Tui Cathedral Guided Tour: $13
  • Abanca Balaídos Tour, RC Celta’s Stadium: $16
  • Ticket/Photo-Theme Park and Retro Gamer Activity in Vigo: $17
  • Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $17
  • Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
  • Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Caltagirone 13
    Vigo 5.71

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 Vigo, we can see that Vigo 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 Vigo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Caltagirone or Vigo?

Vigo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Caltagirone. When comparing the sizes of Caltagirone and Vigo, 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 Vigo?

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 Caltagirone or Vigo in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Caltagirone and Vigo. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Caltagirone this time of year.

In July, Caltagirone is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Caltagirone average around 26°C (79°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vigo this time of the year. In Caltagirone, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caltagirone usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during summer. Caltagirone gets 325 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 299 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than Vigo. Caltagirone gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Caltagirone 26°C (79°F) 
    Vigo 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or Vigo in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Caltagirone as well as Vigo. Many travelers come to Caltagirone for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Caltagirone is a little warmer than Vigo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Caltagirone averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Vigo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

In the autumn, Caltagirone often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Caltagirone gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 174 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Vigo. Caltagirone usually gets less rain in October than Vigo. Caltagirone gets 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Caltagirone 19°C (67°F) 
    Vigo 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or Vigo in the Winter?

Both Vigo and Caltagirone are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Caltagirone in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Caltagirone is around the same temperature as Vigo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Caltagirone in January average around 10°C (51°F), and Vigo averages at about 10°C (50°F).

Caltagirone usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during winter. Caltagirone gets 153 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. In January, Caltagirone usually receives less rain than Vigo. Caltagirone gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Caltagirone 10°C (51°F) 
    Vigo 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Caltagirone or Vigo in the Spring?

Both Vigo and Caltagirone during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Caltagirone for the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Caltagirone is generally around the same temperature as Vigo. Daily temperatures in Caltagirone average around 15°C (58°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Caltagirone. In the spring, Caltagirone often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Vigo. Caltagirone gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 198 hours of full sun.

Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Caltagirone usually gets less rain in April than Vigo. Caltagirone gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Caltagirone 15°C (58°F) 
    Vigo 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Vigo and Caltagirone

Caltagirone Vigo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (51°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 10°C (50°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 12°C (54°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 15°C (58°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 13°C (56°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 16°C (60°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.5 in) 21°C (69°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Sep 24°C (74°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 75 mm (2.9 in) 17°C (62°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (51°F) 228 mm (9 in)