Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Florence?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Florence or Playa del Ingles?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Playa del Ingles, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Florence or Playa del Ingles?
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
Playa del Ingles
Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorence €154Playa del Ingles €180
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is €154, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is €180. 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 Florence and Playa del Ingles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence €87Playa del Ingles €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence €174Playa del Ingles €186
Compare Hotels in Florence and Playa del Ingles
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Playa del Ingles? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florence €22Playa del Ingles €61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€25
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In City Parking (Full Day)€30
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Bus Pass (Full Day)€5.00
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Bus From Airport€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Florence to Arezzo with a stop at The Mall Outlet: $153
- Transfer Florence - Bologna with stop at the Barberino Outlet: $142
- Transfer Between Florence and Rome with Sightseeing Stop: $1,176
- Private transfer: $256
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence (hotel OR airport pick-up): $85
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Florence: $114
- Private Transfer: Florence to Florence Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): $153
- Private Transfer: Florence City Center to Peretola Airport (FLR): $63
- Private Transfer from Ulignano to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $251
- Private Transfer from Scandicci to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $110
- Private Transfer from San Casciano in Val di Pesa to Firenze (FLR) Airport: $292
- Private Transfer from SMN Train Station to Florence: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Playa del Ingles?
Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles and Florence 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 dayFlorence €36Playa del Ingles €49
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich€6.50
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Street Food Tour: Market & City Center: $23
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Virtual Live Cooking Class What Do You Have in Your Pantry: $35
- Virtual Cooking Class: Bruschetta & Tiramisù: $35
- Italian Fresh Pasta Private Virtual Cooking Class: $40
- Street Food Tour with Local Expert Guide: $41
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $41
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $41
- Food Tour in Santo Spirito: $47
- Walking Food Tour at Sunset with Tastings: $47
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $61
- Pasta Cooking Experience in Florence: $62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence €30Playa del Ingles €33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi€11
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi€4.00
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Firenze Card (for Two)€100
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)€20
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee€6.00
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee€7.00
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $92
- Florence FoodTour with Local Guide: $191
- Florence-Private bike tour: $98
- From Sunset Panoramic e-Bike or Classic Bike tour : $38
- Semi-Private Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour: $71
- Tour Private of Florence in electric car : $41
- VIP Uffizi Gallery Tour: $75
- "Good Morning Chianti Classico" - Tour in 2 wineries with lunch: $196
- 1-Hour Experience with Brunello. Visit to the Vineyard and Cellar: $35
- 1-Hour Golf Cart Private Tour through the Center of Florence: $49
- 2 Hour Private Guided Tour: Uffizi Galleries for Families: $38
- 2-Hour Guided Tour to Uffizi Gallery and its Symbols: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence €18Playa del Ingles €7.86
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti€4.20
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Bottle of Wine€7.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $16
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $25
- Biodynamic Wine Tasting with Producer in Vinci: $28
- 3 Types Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $29
- From Florence to Chianti Rufina: Wine Tasting Experience: $32
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $33
- Discover Artimino wine tasting, a few steps from Florence: $33
- Three Types of Tuscany Wine Tasting with Local Appetizers: $37
- Wine Tasting and Paring Class Guided Tour in Florence: $42
- Chianti Wine Tour: Tuscan Reds : $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
- Wine Tasting and Pairing Class Guided Tour in Florence: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florence and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles is more expensive. And not only is Florence much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Florence would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Florence 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 Playa del Ingles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa del Ingles than you might in Florence.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florence Expensive? and Is Playa del Ingles Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florence or Playa del Ingles?
Florence has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Playa del Ingles. When comparing the sizes of Florence and Playa del Ingles, 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.
When is the best time to visit Florence or Playa del Ingles?
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.
Should I visit Florence or Playa del Ingles in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Florence and Playa del Ingles. The summer months attract visitors to Florence because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Florence is generally a little warmer than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 25°C (77°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa del Ingles this time of the year. In Florence, it's very sunny this time of the year. Florence usually receives more sunshine than Playa del Ingles during summer. Florence gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 293 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Florence usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFlorence 25°C (77°F)Playa del Ingles 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Florence or Playa del Ingles in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Florence as well as Playa del Ingles. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Florence this time of year.
Florence is cooler than Playa del Ingles in the autumn. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa del Ingles. In the autumn, Florence often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 213 hours of full sun.
Florence usually gets more rain in October than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFlorence 16°C (61°F)Playa del Ingles 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Florence or Playa del Ingles in the Winter?
Both Playa del Ingles and Florence are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Florence is much colder than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the winter temperatures in Florence in January average around 7°C (45°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Florence usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during winter. Florence gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 187 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Florence usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorence 7°C (45°F)Playa del Ingles 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Florence or Playa del Ingles in the Spring?
Both Playa del Ingles and Florence during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Florence in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Florence is generally cooler than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 14°C (57°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Playa del Ingles, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Florence often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 225 hours of full sun.
Florence usually gets more rain in April than Playa del Ingles. Florence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFlorence 14°C (57°F)Playa del Ingles 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Playa del Ingles and Florence
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
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.