Which place is cheaper, Santillana or Cannes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Cannes and Santillana can help you decide which place is right for you.
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
A quaint town outside of Santander in northern Spain, Santillana de Mar is renowned for its medieval architecture. One of Spain's prettiest villages, Santillana del Mar and its cobbled streets are lined with palaces, churches, and balconies full of flowers. There are plenty of traditional shops selling local specialties, and it is nearby the UNESCO world heritage site of the Altamira Caves for something a little different.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cannes is €137, while the average daily cost in Santillana is €105. 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 Cannes and Santillana in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Santillana:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Santillana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
Also in Santillana, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cannes and Santillana, we can see that Cannes is more expensive. And not only is Santillana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santillana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santillana 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 Cannes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cannes than you might in Santillana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cannes Expensive? and Is Santillana Expensive?.
Cannes has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Santillana. When comparing the sizes of Cannes and Santillana, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cannes and Santillana. Most visitors come to Cannes for the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Cannes is generally a little warmer than Santillana. Daily temperatures in Cannes average around 23°C (73°F), and Santillana fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In July, Cannes usually receives less rain than Santillana. Cannes gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Cannes as well as Santillana. The autumn months attract visitors to Cannes because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Cannes is around the same temperature as Santillana in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cannes averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Santillana fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite rainy in Santillana. Cannes receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Cannes usually gets less rain in October than Santillana. Cannes gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santillana and Cannes are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Cannes this time of year.
In the winter, Cannes is around the same temperature as Santillana. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cannes in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Santillana averages at about 9°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Santillana. In January, Cannes usually receives less rain than Santillana. Cannes gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Santillana and Cannes during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Cannes for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Cannes is generally a little warmer than Santillana. Daily temperatures in Cannes average around 13°C (56°F), and Santillana fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Santillana gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cannes usually gets less rain in April than Santillana. Cannes gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Cannes | Santillana | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |