Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Cantabria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cantabria or Galicia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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 Cantabria and Galicia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cantabria or Galicia?
Cantabria
Occupying Spain's northern coast, the region of Cantabria is known for its mountains, cave paintings, and the capital city of Santander. Its diverse landscape allows for locals and visitors alike to hit the beach in the summer and go on mountain adventures in the winter. While these natural features alone are breathtaking, there is also much to say for Cantabria's quaint seaside towns, fresh cuisine, and rich history.
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 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCantabria €0.00Galicia €0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Cantabria is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €0.00. 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 Cantabria and Galicia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCantabria -Galicia -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCantabria €0.00Galicia €0.00
Compare Hotels in Cantabria and Galicia
Looking for a hotel in Cantabria 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.Cantabria -Galicia -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
- Airport Transfer Santiago de Compostela: $46
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $56
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $75
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $75
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $44
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $44
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $53
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Cantabria or Galicia?
Prices for flights to both Galicia and Cantabria 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 dayCantabria -Galicia -
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $67
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $107
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $107
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $168
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cantabria -Galicia -
Tours and Activities in Cantabria
Here are a few actual costs in Cantabria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Bilbao: Villages of Cantabria Private Tour with Lunch: $274
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Old Town of Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour: $1.13
- GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.13
- Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $1.13
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.13
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.80
- Santiago de Compostela Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.80
- Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.85
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.85
- Stroll Through History in Santiago: Quest Experience: $7.33
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $10
- Discovering Vigo Quest Experience: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCantabria -Galicia -
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: $33
When comparing the travel costs between Cantabria and Galicia, we can see that Cantabria 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 Cantabria 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.