Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or La Laguna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit La Laguna or Barcelona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for La Laguna and Barcelona. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: La Laguna or Barcelona?
La Laguna
Much of the area in Tenerife has expanded and grown to cater to the tourist crowd of Europe and the world. However, there is one gem tucked away that has maintained the charm and beauty of the old world. The historic city of La Laguna is the home of mansions, bars, eccentric small shops, and serves as a model for many of the colonial towns in North America. In 1999 the town was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites.
Barcelona
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Laguna €150Barcelona €179
The average daily cost (per person) in La Laguna is €150, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is €179. 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 La Laguna and Barcelona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Laguna €53Barcelona €92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Laguna €106Barcelona €184
Compare Hotels in La Laguna and Barcelona
Looking for a hotel in La Laguna or Barcelona? 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: La Laguna Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Laguna €41Barcelona €19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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10 Trip Metro Ticket€7.80
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Airport Bus€5.00
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Metro€2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:
- private transfer from barcelona cruise port to sants station: $35
- private transfer from barcelona Sants station to cruise port: $33
- private transfer from Barcelona airport to city Center: $35
- private transfer from Barcelona airport to City Centre: $31
- Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $38
- Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $37
- Transfers From Barcelona Sants Train Station to Hotel bcn: $32
- Transfer: El-Prat Airport (BCN) to Barcelona City Center: $33
- Transfer: Barcelona City Center to El-Prat Airport (BCN): $33
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $233
- Transfer from barcelona cruise port to barcelona Airport: $39
- Transfer from Barcelona city to barcelona airport: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into La Laguna or Barcelona?
Prices for flights to both Barcelona and La Laguna 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 dayLa Laguna €69Barcelona €58
Typical Food Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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Hot Cocoa & Churro€4.15
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Sandwich€1.70
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Baguette & Horchata€3.80
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Tapas on the beach€8.28
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Gelatto€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $41
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $52
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $56
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $56
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $63
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $69
- Tapas Paella and Wine Cooking Class in Barcelona: $74
- Barcelona Boqueria Market e Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $74
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $75
- Gothic And El Born Food Tour with Tapas and Wine: $76
- Paella & Tapas Cooking Class with Sangria Making: $79
- Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona | Small Group, Cava & Wine: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Laguna €28Barcelona €33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
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Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass€42
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Souvenir Gaudi Book€8.55
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Admission to Museo Picasso€6.00
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
- 'The Cathedral of the Sea' Walking Book Tour: $232
- "The Shadow of the Wind" Novel Walking Tour: $21
- (French)Barcelona Premium Pastry Tour: Over 100 Years of History: $115
- 1 Day Private Sailing Tour from Sitges: $111
- 1 hour Wakeboarding Adventure in Sitges for All Levels: $233
- 1,5 Hour sunset Tour on a Historical Boat with music DJ &, drinks: $57
- 100% Vegetarian Barcelona Tapas Tour in Gràcia (Full Meal): $95
- 2 Day Guided Private Tour Barcelona Experience Perfect Itinerary: $291
- 2 Wineries Small Group Tour with Free Hotel PickUp from Sitges: $128
- 2 hour French tour in the historic centre of Barcelona: $28
- 2 hour Shared Sailing Tour in Barcelona with Open Bar & Snacks: $52
- 2-Hour Private Photo Walking Tour: $116
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Laguna €6.07Barcelona €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $15
- Barcelona Pub Crawl With Karaoke, Beach bars & VIP Club: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl Experience with VIP Nightclub Entry: $17
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Barcelona Pub Crawl and VIP Club Experience: $18
- Pub Crawl 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $18
- Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl With Hidden Bars & Optional Tapas: $22
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $23
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Laguna and Barcelona, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is La Laguna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Laguna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Laguna 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 Barcelona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Barcelona than you might in La Laguna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is La Laguna Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, La Laguna or Barcelona?
Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of La Laguna. When comparing the sizes of La Laguna and Barcelona, 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.
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.