Which place is cheaper, San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian?
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 San Sebastian. 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 San Sebastian?
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.
San Sebastian
San Sebastián is a city in northern Spain very well known for its summertime fun in the sun. While the streets are cool and happening at night, they take on a different charm by day. Beautiful beaches line the city's edge, right next to elegant historic architecture and churches, topping charts as some of the best city beaches in Europe. The food, too, is said to be some of the best with traditional Basque cuisine as well as the popular pintxo (tapas) bites. San Sebastián is a place of lively culture, teeming with beauty, flavors, and colors.
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 €150San Sebastian €113
The average daily cost (per person) in La Laguna is €150, while the average daily cost in San Sebastian is €113. 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 San Sebastian in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Laguna €53San Sebastian €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Laguna €106San Sebastian €80
Compare Hotels in La Laguna and San Sebastian
Looking for a hotel in La Laguna or San Sebastian? 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 San Sebastian Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Laguna €41San Sebastian €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Sebastian
Some specific examples of transportation prices in San Sebastian:
- Transfer S. Sebastian to Bilbao or S. Sebastian Airports by Sedan: $75
- Private Transfer from San Sebastian to Biarritz: $196
- Private Transfer from San Sebastian city to Biarritz Airport: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into La Laguna or San Sebastian?
Prices for flights to both San Sebastian 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 €69San Sebastian €55
Typical Food Prices in San Sebastian
Some typical examples of dining costs in San Sebastian are as follows:
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Dinner for 2€55
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Lunch for 2€10
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Lunch for 2€31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Sebastian
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in San Sebastian.
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $88
- Basque cuisine cooking class: $153
- San Sebastian Market Visit and Cooking Class: $153
- Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English: $164
- Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef: $164
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $171
- San Sebastián Food & History Tour: Dinner with a Local Twist: $254
- Local Cooking Class in San Sebastian: $271
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Laguna €28San Sebastian €32
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Sebastian
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in San Sebastian are as follows:
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Valle de los Caídos Monument€6.00
Tours and Activities in San Sebastian
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for San Sebastian are as follows:
- "A la Vasca" - Top Notch Gastro Cultural Experience: $206
- "Basque Cider House" guided tour + meal from San Sebastian: $98
- Best Private Pintxos tour in San Sebastian: $171
- Bike Tour in San Sebastian: $51
- Camino de Santiago trail. Private trekking tour along the coast: $295
- Coastal "Winery Camino Trail" Walking Tour from San Sebastian: $189
- Customizable Private Sightseeing Tour in San Sebastián: $173
- Discover San Sebastián’s Best Pintxos on a Unique Culinary Tour: $206
- Eating Beyond Pintxos Tour: $140
- El Camino and the Pyrenees Private Day Tour from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port To Roncesvalles: $142
- Essentials San Sebastian Private Walking Tour: $203
- Gastronomic Tour of Pintxos in San Sebastián: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Laguna €6.07San Sebastian €20
Sample the Local Flavors in San Sebastian
Also in San Sebastian, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour: $121
- Getaria Txakoli wine tour from San Sebastian: $171
- Small Group Basque Food, Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian: $193
- Open Food & Wine tours in San Sebastian: $212
- Private Half Day Txakoli Wine Tour & Getaria Fishing Village: $242
- Private Txakoli wine tour in Getaria from San Sebastian: $295
- Private Txakoli Wine Tour through the Coast from San Sebastian: $297
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Laguna and San Sebastian, we can see that La Laguna is more expensive. And not only is San Sebastian much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to San Sebastian would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in San Sebastian 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 La Laguna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Laguna than you might in San Sebastian.
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 San Sebastian Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, La Laguna or San Sebastian?
San Sebastian has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of La Laguna. When comparing the sizes of La Laguna and San Sebastian, 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.