Should you visit Cordoba or Almeria?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Cordoba and Almeria can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Cordoba
Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.
Almeria
Almeria is a city (and province) in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is located in the southeast area of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Almeria is a charming area rich in history. Though it is not as well known as some more popular cities in the area, such as Granada, Seville, or Malaga, its popularity has increased significantly over the years with the growth of its holiday areas. Almeria has over 62 miles of untamed coastline, something that is hard to find on the Mediterranean, and has outstandingly beautiful landscapes, which stands out even in an area of natural beauty. The spectacular beaches with warm waters of the Mediterranean, abundant historic and cultural sites, and large tourist centers makes Almeria a great travel destination.
Which city is cheaper, Almeria or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is €102, while the average daily cost in Almeria is €79. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Cordoba and Almeria in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Cordoba is €108. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €70 for a double occupancy room in Almeria.
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €22 per day to get around in Cordoba.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €16 per day to get around in Almeria.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:
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Cordoba Private Arrival Transfer:
$100
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Cordoba Private Departure Transfer:
$100
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Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer:
$275
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Cordoba to Seville Private Transfer:
$444
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Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver:
$100
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Private Airport Transfer: Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport (COR):
$19
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Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$336
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Private Transfer: Cordoba to Córdoba Airport (ODB):
$622
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Private Transfer: Córdoba Airport (ODB) to Cordoba:
$622
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Private transfer from/to Cordoba to/from Malaga:
$261
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Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station:
$75
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Transfer in Private Car from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport-COR:
$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
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Almería Airport: Private Transfer To/From Almería:
$36
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$75
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Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport:
$75
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Transfers desde Aeropuerto de Almería (LEI) a Vera Playa - 4 pasajeros:
$124
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Almeria Airport Transfer to Mojacar:
$159
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Private Transfer from Almería to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$421
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Private Transfer: Almería Airport (LEI) to Almeria:
$622
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Private Transfer: Almería to Almeria Airport (LEI):
$622
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Almeria?
Prices for flights to both Almeria and Cordoba 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
Cordoba food costs typically run travelers around €27 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
Almeria food costs typically run travelers around €32 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Cordoba €27
Almeria €32
Typical Food prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.
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Cordoba Spanish Cooking Class & Market Tour:
$118
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Almeria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Almeria.
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Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Private Authentic Spanish Cooking Class with Juan in Almeria:
$62
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Private Market Tour and Paella Cooking Lesson in Almeria with Juan:
$74
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €20 per person, per day in Cordoba. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €13 per person, per day in Almeria. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Typical Entertainment prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:
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Garden Entrance Fee
€6.00
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:
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Private Walking Tour of the Patios of San Basilio in Cordoba:
$12
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Cordoba Jewish Quartier Guided Tour:
$15
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Patios of Cordoba Festival Tour:
$15
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Guided Tour of Medina Azahara at Night:
$17
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Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour:
$19
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Guided Tour to the Popular Patios of Cordoba:
$19
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Patios tour in Cordoba:
$19
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Alcázar Reyes Cristianos Guided Tour with Tickets & Priority Access:
$19
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Olive Oil tasting breakfast & Tour:
$19
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Patios of Cordoba Walking Tour in Spanish:
$20
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Medina Azahara Tour from Cordoba:
$21
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Cordoba's Authentic Patios: 2-Hour Tour with Tickets:
$22
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Alcazaba Guided Tour:
$17
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Almeria Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$34
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Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets:
$386
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Nerja from Almeria:
$430
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Private Tour in Granada with Alhambra Palace Entry Ticket:
$600
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Almeria Desert Tour:
$915
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Private 8-Day Almeria Tour with Lanjaron and Baeza:
$919
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8 Days Almería Adventure Self Drive Tour:
$1,107
Alcohol
The average person spends about €30 on alcoholic beverages in Cordoba per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Almeria may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €3.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:
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Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba:
$25
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Cordoba Mezquita Tour with Wine Tasting:
$35
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Córdoba Rooftop Experience with Wine Tasting:
$107
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Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita:
$130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Almeria, we can see that Cordoba is more expensive. And not only is Almeria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Almeria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Almeria 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 Cordoba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cordoba than you might in Almeria.
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