A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Granada vs. Costa de Prata for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Granada or Costa de Prata?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Granada or Costa de Prata? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and 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 cafes, 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. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Granada and Costa de Prata in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Granada €47
    Costa de Prata €62
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Granada €94
    Costa de Prata €124

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Granada €17
    Costa de Prata €42
Typical Local Transportation prices in Granada

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:


  • 7 Trip Bus Pass
    €5.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada

Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from/to Managua Airport (MGA) to Granada City: $49
  • Transfer from Granada to Nerja: $62
  • Seville Private Transfer from Granada with sightseeing in Antequera and Cordoba: $634
  • Private Transfer: Granada to Federico García Lorca Granada Airport (GRX): $622
  • Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Van: $57
  • Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Car: $38
  • Private Transfer from Granada to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $276
  • Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessVan: $57
  • Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessCar: $38
  • Private Transfer From/To Granada Airport: $53
  • Private Transfer Between Granada and Seville: $433
  • Private IN/OUT transfer from/to Granada city from/to Granada airport: $56

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.





Food
  • 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:


  • Sangria
    €2.50
  • Sandwich to go
    €3.00
  • 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:

  • Middle Eastern 6-course dinner in Granada with a professional chef: $49
  • Albaicín & Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour with Flamenco & Tapas Dinner: $81
  • Small Group Food Tour in Granada: $88
  • Spanish Tapas Cooking Class in Granada: $116

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Granada €23
    Costa de Prata €10

Tours and Activities in Granada

For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2-Day Seville Tour from Granada with Royal Alcazar Palace, Seville Cathedral and Flamenco Show: $271
  • 3-Hour Walking Tour of Granada: $55
  • 3-day Andalucia Tour: Codoba & Seville from Granada: $917
  • 4WD Sierra Nevada Safari PRIVATE TOUR: $118
  • A day in the life of Granada - Private tour with a local: $249
  • Albaicin and Sacromonte Guided Tour: $19
  • Albaicin and Sacromonte Walking Tour: $12
  • Albaicin quarter - night private tour: $115
  • Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada: $76
  • Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada: $19
  • Albayzin and Sacromonte Private Tour at Sunset: $144
  • Albayzin and Sacromonte private tour at sunset with tapas: $169

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Granada €19
    Costa de Prata €6.50

Sample the Local Flavors in Granada

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:

  • Wine Tasting in Granada: $57
  • Granada Tapas and wine tour!: $67
  • Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!: $81
  • Small-Group Granada Tapas Bar Crawl Evening Tasting Experience: $83
  • BEST OF Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour - by OhMyGoodGuide!: $106

About these numbers

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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