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 €880Catalonia €112,418
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €880, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €112,418. 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 €82Catalonia €16,343
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €164Catalonia €
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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 €56Catalonia €13,042
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: $172
- Arrival Private Transfer by Sedan from BCN airport to Barcelona: $90
- Arrival Transfer El Prat Airport BCN to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $96
- Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona in Private Car/Van: $84
- Arrival Transfer: Airport BCN to Barcelona by Business Car: $91
- Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $95
- Barcelona - Salou private transfer: $194
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Barcelona - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Port Aventura/Salou Arrival Transfer: $203
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Sitges - Arrival Private Transfer: $114
- Barcelona Airport BCN Round-Trip Private Transfer by Luxury Van: $190
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 €125Catalonia €73,008
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:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $40
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $40
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit: $52
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Class in Three Hours: $52
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $52
- Tipsy Food Tour with Paella and Sangria and History in Barcelona: $55
- Barcelona : Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Exclusive Tour: $68
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $68
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $74
- Barcelona Culture & Food Tour: Stories, Traditions & Flavors: $79
- Barcelona Tapas Food Tour in El Born: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €25Catalonia €32,435
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:
- Self-Guided Private City Tour in Barcelona's Best Kept Secrets: $1.12
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Tour: $3.43
- Barcelona Guided Tour on Segway: $3.43
- Barcelona Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.43
- Welcome to Barcelona Segway and eScooter Tour: $3.43
- Self-Guided Tours Barcelona: 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $3.43
- Barcelona Electric Scooter Tour: $3.43
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Barcelona: $3.43
- Discover Girona and Costa Brava: A Self-Audio Guided Tour: $3.43
- Barcelona Segway Tour: $3.43
- Gothic Quarter Donation-Based Walking Tour in English: $3.44
- Barcelona Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €19Catalonia €24,656
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:
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $14
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $16
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona | 4h Experience | Club Entry: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona: 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $23
- Barcelona Rooftop Party + Bar crawl with VIP Club Entry: $23
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $23
- Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl with Hidden Bars & Optional Tapas: $27
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Canary Islands and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia is more expensive. And not only is Canary Islands much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Canary Islands would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Canary Islands 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 Catalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catalonia than you might in Canary Islands.
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.