Which place is cheaper, Madrid 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 Madrid?
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 Madrid. 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 Madrid?
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.
Madrid
Madrid, the capital of Spain, overs visitors countless opportunities to experience Spain's culture, art, cuisine, and nightlife. It is the largest city in Spain, and as such has much to explore. The city is situated on the Iberian Peninsula on the Spanish central Castillian plateau. If you're flying into Spain, you'll likely fly into the Madrid airport as it's one of the largest airports in Europe. Madrid is well connected to the rest of Spain with planes, trains and buses, making it a popular place to visit for many travelers doing a European tour.
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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La Laguna Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Laguna €150Madrid €162
The average daily cost (per person) in La Laguna is €150, while the average daily cost in Madrid is €162. 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 Madrid in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Laguna €53Madrid €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Laguna €106Madrid €156
Compare Hotels in La Laguna and Madrid
Looking for a hotel in La Laguna or Madrid? 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 Madrid Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Laguna €41Madrid €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Madrid are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madrid
Also for Madrid, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Madrid HTL-APT (MAD): $53
- Transfers Madrid Airport to Madrid Center in Vans up to 7 Passengers: $51
- Transfer: Barajas Airport (MAD) to Madrid City Center: $32
- Transfer to Madrid, travel calmly and comfortably: $156
- Transfer to Barajas Airport from Madrid: $108
- Transfer from Barajas Airport to Madrid: $120
- Segovia: Full-Day Tour with Transfer to and from Madrid: $484
- Roundtrip Private Transfer Madrid Airport (MAD) - City: $66
- Round Trip Transfer from Madrid Airport MAD to Madrid by Sedan: $89
- Private transfer from Madrid city to CHAMARTIN train station: $47
- Private transfer from City to Madrid Airport (MAD): $33
- Private transfer departure from City Centre to Madrid Airport: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into La Laguna or Madrid?
Prices for flights to both Madrid 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 €69Madrid €59
Typical Food Prices in Madrid
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Madrid:
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Coffee€2.00
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Ice Cream€3.00
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Kebabs (for 2)€16
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Croissant€1.50
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Lunch at Airport (for 2)€16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Madrid
For Madrid, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Madrid Sunset Walking Tour with Optional Flamenco Show and Dinner: $29
- Madrid Tapas and Guided Food Tour with Dinner: $45
- No Diet Club - Unique local Food Tour in Madrid !: $57
- Madrid Food Tour with Tapas & Drinks with a Local: $59
- Local Flamenco Show with dinner at El Cortijo: $60
- Dinner-Show La Circa de Marta Cariño! en el centro de Madrid: $65
- Zarzuela Opera and Dinner at La Castafiore Restaurant in Madrid: $66
- Tapas Food Tour with 6 Tapas and 4 Drinks: $68
- The Authentic Morning Food Tour!: $68
- Opera and Zarzuela Show and Dinner: $68
- Tapas Crawl in Madrid Historical Quarter for Lunch or Dinner: $68
- Iberico Ham and Spanish Wine Small-Group Food Tour: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Laguna €28Madrid €33
Tours and Activities in Madrid
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Madrid.
- Authentic Flamenco, Tapas & Wine Madrid Experience: $119
- El Pardo Royal Palace Entry Ticket: $20
- Madrid Kids and Family Sightseeing Tour: $71
- Madrid Photo Tour with Pro Photographer Lifestyle and Portrait: $144
- Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour: $119
- Tablao Flamenco las Tablas Madrid Admission Ticket: $54
- Toledo with Cathedral from Madrid Full Day Tour: $148
- Ávila & Segovia and Alcazar Day Tour from Madrid lunch included: $215
- "Skip the line" Royal Palace + Prado Museum: $76
- 1 Hours, Madrid Welcome and Historical Tour: $103
- 1.5-hour Tuk Tuk Tour in Madrid: $149
- 15 Cultural Madrid 10- Hour Private Tour: $806
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Laguna €6.07Madrid €19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Madrid are as follows:
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Beer€5.00
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Drinks and Tapas (for 2)€13
Sample the Local Flavors in Madrid
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Madrid:
- Madrid VIP Pub Crawl with Beers, Top Clubs (Updated): $8.07
- Pub Crawl | Free shot & Free Club entry: $8.64
- Pub Crawl & Club Tour: $11
- NOCHE MADRILEÑA (PUB CRAWL Free shots 3BARS+1 CLUB): $12
- Visit to the Winery with Wine Tasting and Appetizers in Navarra: $12
- Guided Pub Crawl Madrid Experience and Club Entry: $18
- Pub Crawl Madrid: $24
- Pub Crawl Madrid Running since 2005 Bar Exploration: $29
- Pub Crawl Madrid-The Original since 2005-Shots-Fun-Clubs-Dance: $30
- Wine Tasting Experience with 4 Spanish Wines: $35
- Wine Tour with tasting in the Natural Park of La Mata: $38
- Wine Tasting Experience: $53
When comparing the travel costs between La Laguna and Madrid, we can see that Madrid is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Madrid Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, La Laguna or Madrid?
Madrid has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of La Laguna. When comparing the sizes of La Laguna and Madrid, 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.