Which place is cheaper, Galicia 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 Galicia?
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 Galicia 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 Galicia?
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.
Galicia
Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.
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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Canary Islands Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCanary Islands €172Galicia €114
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €172, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €114. 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 Galicia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCanary Islands €71Galicia €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €142Galicia €86
Compare Hotels in Canary Islands and Galicia
Looking for a hotel in Canary Islands or Galicia? 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 €51Galicia €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canary Islands
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Canary Islands:
- LANZAROTE Transfer Accommodation - Airport: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
- Departure Private Transfer Santiago de Compostela to SCQ Airport by Business Car: $70
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $153
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $153
- Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $205
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $202
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $66
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $55
- Transfer Vigo and Vigo Airport: $47
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $140
Is it cheaper to fly into Canary Islands or Galicia?
Prices for flights to both Galicia 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 €68Galicia €49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
- Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local: $88
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $115
- Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $243
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €24Galicia €16
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guided tour of Roques de Garcia - Teide National Park: $23
- Lanzarote: Timanfaya National Park Express Tour: $55
- Teide Sunset Walk & Volcanic Tube Visit. Small Group Tour.: $61
- Guided Snorkelling experience in south of Gran Canaria: $64
- Tenerife: Vilaflor, Winery, and Aloe Vera Plantation Tour: $69
- Snorkel tour Why not?: $70
- Tenerife: Adults-Only Whale & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise: $71
- The Lucky Adventure: first steps towards real transformation: $80
- Gran Canaria: Paragliding Experience: $84
- Gran Canaria: Poema del Mar Aquarium & Guayadeque Tour: $85
- Northwest Tenerife: Villages visit, Lunch, and Tasting Tour: $99
- Tenerife: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour: $105
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Tapas Tour of Santiago de Compostela: $3.49
- Self-Guided Tapas Tour of A Coruña: $3.49
- Self-Guided Tapas Tour of Vigo: $3.50
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.07
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.07
- TOP Santiago de Compostela : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.83
- TOP A Coruña : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.83
- TOP Pontevedra : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.85
- TOP Vigo : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.85
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $6.72
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $11
- Guided tour of the Cathedral of Lugo: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €8.48Galicia €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Canary Islands
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Canary Islands:
- Lanzarote: Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting with Cheese: $41
- Tenerife: Private Canary Wine Tasting at Your Villa: $116
Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:
- Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $35
- Galician Wine Tasting with Pairing Lunch: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Canary Islands and Galicia, we can see that Canary Islands is more expensive. And not only is Galicia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Galicia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Galicia 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 Canary Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Canary Islands than you might in Galicia.
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 Galicia 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.