Should you visit Granada or Costa de Prata?
Should I visit Granada or Costa de Prata? 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 caf�s, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
Which city is cheaper, Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata is €121. 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 Costa de Prata 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.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €124 in Costa de Prata For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
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.
The average traveler spends about €35 per day in Costa de Prata 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.
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Food
Meals for one day
Granada €29
Costa de Prata €35
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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Albaicín & 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
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.
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Costa de Prata than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €42 on transportation in Costa de Prata on average per day.
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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Transfer from/to Managua Airport (MGA) to Granada City:
$49
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Transfer from Granada to Nerja:
$62
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Seville Private Transfer from Granada with sightseeing in Antequera and Cordoba:
$634
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Private Transfer: Granada to Federico García Lorca Granada Airport (GRX):
$622
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Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Van:
$57
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Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Car:
$38
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Private Transfer from Granada to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$276
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Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessVan:
$57
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Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessCar:
$38
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Private Transfer From/To Granada Airport:
$53
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Private IN/OUT transfer from/to Granada city from/to Granada airport:
$56
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Private Departure Transfer from Granada City Center to Granada Airport (GRX):
$26
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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.
Sightseeing expenses in Costa de Prata, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €10 per day, per person.
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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2-Day Seville Tour from Granada with Royal Alcazar Palace, Seville Cathedral and Flamenco Show:
$271
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3-Hour Walking Tour of Granada:
$55
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3-day Andalucia Tour: Codoba & Seville from Granada:
$917
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4WD Sierra Nevada Safari PRIVATE TOUR:
$118
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A day in the life of Granada - Private tour with a local:
$249
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Guided Tour:
$19
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Walking Tour:
$12
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Albaicin quarter - night private tour:
$115
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada:
$76
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada:
$19
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Albayzin and Sacromonte private tour at sunset with tapas:
$169
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Alhambra & Generalife Guided Premium Tour (Small Groups with Direct Entry):
$98
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Granada spend on average €19 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Typically, people visiting Costa de Prata spend on average €6.50 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
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 Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata is more expensive. And not only is Granada much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Granada would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Granada 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata than you might in Granada.
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