Should you visit Granada or Almeria?
Should I visit Granada or Almeria? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafés, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
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 Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is €98, 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 Granada and Almeria in more detail.
Accommodation
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €94 in Granada For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €70 for a double occupancy room in Almeria.
Food
The average traveler spends about €29 per day in Granada for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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
Granada €29
Almeria €32
Typical Food prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria
€2.50
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Sandwich to go
€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink
€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Middle Eastern 6-course dinner in Granada with a professional chef:
$49
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AlbaicĂn & Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour with Flamenco & Tapas Dinner:
$81
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Small Group Food Tour in Granada:
$88
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Spanish Tapas Cooking Class in Granada:
$116
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
Local Transportation
To get around in Granada, the average visitor spends €17 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €16 per day to get around in Almeria.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Granada Airport Private Arrival Transfer:
$51
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Granada Airport Private Departure Transfer:
$51
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Granada Private Departure Transfer:
$51
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Granada Private Transfer from the city centre to Granada Airport:
$62
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Granada Private Transfer to Seville with a Visit to Cordoba:
$348
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Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes Sedan:
$81
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Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes minivan:
$107
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Granada to Cordoba Private Transfer:
$275
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Granada to Malaga Airport Private Transfer:
$216
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Granada to Seville Private Transfer:
$388
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Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver:
$93
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One-Way Private Transfer from Granada to Managua:
$83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
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Transfers desde Aeropuerto de AlmerĂa (LEI) a Vera Playa - 4 pasajeros:
$124
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Private Transfer: AlmerĂa to Almeria Airport (LEI):
$622
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Private Transfer: AlmerĂa Airport (LEI) to Almeria:
$622
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Private Transfer from AlmerĂa to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$421
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AlmerĂa Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to AlmerĂa Airport:
$75
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AlmerĂa Private Transfer from AlmerĂa Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$75
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Almeria Airport Transfer to Mojacar:
$159
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Almeria?
Prices for flights to both Almeria and Granada 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.
Entertainment
In Granada, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €23 per person, per day.
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.
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Self-guided Virtual Tour of Alhambra Palace: The Highlights:
$11
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Walking Tour:
$12
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Jewish and Christian Neighborhoods Guided Tour:
$13
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Illustration Walking Tours in Albayzin Granada:
$15
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Granada Walking Tour:
$15
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Granada Walking Tour: Albaicin and Sacromonte Quarters:
$16
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Tour AlbaicĂn y Sacromonte:
$17
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Tour AlbaicĂn & Sacromonte:
$17
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Albaicin & Sacromonte regular tour:
$17
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Albaicin & Sacromonte nigth tour:
$17
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Tour De Misterios Y Leyendas Por Granada:
$17
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City of Alhambra & Charles V Palace guided tour:
$19
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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8 Days AlmerĂa Adventure Self Drive Tour:
$1,107
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Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets:
$386
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Almeria Desert Tour:
$915
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Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Nerja from Almeria:
$430
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Private 8-Day Almeria Tour with Lanjaron and Baeza:
$919
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Private Tour in Granada with Alhambra Palace Entry Ticket:
$600
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Granada spend on average €19 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
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 Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
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Wine Tasting in Granada:
$57
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Granada Tapas and wine tour!:
$67
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Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!:
$81
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Small-Group Granada Tapas Bar Crawl Evening Tasting Experience:
$83
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BEST OF Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour - by OhMyGoodGuide!:
$106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Granada and Almeria, we can see that Granada 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 Granada would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Granada than you might in Almeria.
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