Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Canary Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Canary Islands or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Canary Islands and Catalonia 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: Canary Islands or Catalonia?
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a territory of Spain located off the northwest coast of Africa. Made up of rugged volcanic islands, the archipelago is known for its black and white sand beaches with great surf as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, snorkeling, and scuba amongst other activities.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCanary Islands €172Catalonia €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €172, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €195. 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 Canary Islands and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCanary Islands €71Catalonia €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €142Catalonia €176
Compare Hotels in Canary Islands and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Canary Islands or Catalonia? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Canary Islands €51Catalonia €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canary Islands
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Canary Islands:
- Lanzarote: Aqualava Waterpark Entry Ticket with Transfer: $48
- LANZAROTE Transfer Accommodation - Airport: $63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 24 Hour Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to City Centre: $23
- Airport Transfer: $175
- Arrival Barcelona Airport Private Transfer: $23
- Arrival Private Transfer by Sedan from BCN airport to Barcelona: $91
- Arrival Transfer El Prat Airport BCN to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $97
- Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona in Private Car/Van: $86
- Arrival Transfer: Airport BCN to Barcelona by Business Car: $92
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Business Car: $92
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $97
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) Private Transfer to Barcelona City/Hotels: $63
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) Private Transfer to/from Barcelona City: $45
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Barcelona - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Canary Islands or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Canary Islands 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 dayCanary Islands €68Catalonia €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Canary Islands
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Canary Islands.
- Tenerife: Tastes and Traditions Food Tour: $90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $41
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $52
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $56
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $56
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $63
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $69
- Tapas Paella and Wine Cooking Class in Barcelona: $74
- Barcelona Boqueria Market e Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $74
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $75
- Barcelona: Gothic And El Born Food Tour with Tapas and Wine: $76
- Barcelona: Paella & Tapas Cooking Class with Sangria Making: $79
- Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona | Small Group, Cava & Wine: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €24Catalonia €31
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Collective Adventure: Travel & Volunteer in Tenerife: $1,481
- Gran Canaria Rally Driving Experience Toyota GR Yaris: $524
- Gran Canaria: Paragliding Experience: $84
- Gran Canaria: Poema del Mar Aquarium & Guayadeque Tour: $91
- Guided Snorkelling experience in south of Gran Canaria: $63
- Guided tour of Roques de Garcia - Teide National Park: $23
- Monster Buggy Tenerife Teide Tour: $399
- Northwest Tenerife: Villages visit, Lunch, and Tasting Tour: $99
- Snorkel tour, why not?: $68
- Teide Scenic Tour & Sunset experience: $101
- Tenerife: Adults-Only Whale & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise: $74
- Tenerife: Guided Snorkeling Tour Incl. Gear: $44
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Welcome to Barcelona Segway and eScooter Tour: $3.48
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Tour: $3.48
- Barcelona Electric Scooter Tour: $3.48
- Censored Barcelona Tour: $3.49
- Barcelona Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.49
- Gothic Quarter Donation-Based Walking Tour in English: $3.49
- Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.49
- Barcelona Segway Tour: $3.49
- Self-Guided Private City Tour in Barcelona's Best Kept Secrets: $3.49
- Sagrada Familia External Audio Tour - The 3 Iconic Facades: $3.49
- Gaudi & Sagrada Familia Donation-Based Tour in English: $3.50
- Barcelona Walking Tour of Gothic and Born District: $4.65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €8.48Catalonia €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Canary Islands
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Canary Islands:
- Lanzarote: Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting with Cheeses: $40
- Tenerife: Private Canary Wine Tasting at Your Villa: $85
- Gran Canaria: Exclusive Wine Tasting with Food Pairing: $118
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $16
- Barcelona Pub Crawl With Karaoke, Beach bars & VIP Club: $17
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl Experience with VIP Nightclub Entry: $17
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl and VIP Club Experience: $18
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona: 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $18
- Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl With Hidden Bars & Optional Tapas: $22
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $23
When comparing the travel costs between Canary Islands and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia 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 Canary Islands Expensive? and Is Catalonia 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.