Which place is cheaper, Genoa or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Genoa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Genoa, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lanzarote or Genoa?
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located off the northwestern coast of Africa. Some of its most popular features include the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, as well as the resort towns of Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, and Playa Blanca.
Genoa
Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Genoa €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Genoa is €150. 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 Lanzarote and Genoa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Genoa €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Genoa €176
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Genoa
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Genoa? 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: Genoa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Genoa €8.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa
Also for Genoa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Genova : Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $599
- Private Direct Transfer From Genoa to Nice, En Speaking Driver: $271
- Private Transfer From Genoa to Milan English Speaking Driver: $249
- Genoa to Milan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $229
- Genoa Airport (GOA) to Milan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $222
- From Genoa to Florence Hotels - Private Transfer: $145
- Genoa to Malpensa Milan Airport (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer : $131
- Private Transfer from/to Genoa to/from Portofino: $123
- Private transfer from Genoa to Portofino with Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up: $120
- Savona Cruise Port to Genoa hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
- Genoa airport (GOA) to Savona Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
- Genoa to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Genoa?
Prices for flights to both Genoa and Lanzarote 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 dayLanzarote €42Genoa €51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
- Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Genoa
For Genoa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Genoese cooking lesson in the garden with lunch: $68
- Genoa Old town Food Tour: $74
- Itinerant dinner in the old town: $75
- Street Food Tour: $84
- Do Eat Better Experience - Food Tours in Genoa: $86
- Traditional Food Tour: $91
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Camogli: $93
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Savona: $93
- Dining experience with cooking demo and wines in Rapallo: $93
- Traditional Home Cooking Class in Genoa: $93
- Tour of Genoa historic center and wine tasting with dinner: $93
- Small-group Street food tour in Savona: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Genoa €20
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
- 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
- Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57
Tours and Activities in Genoa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Genoa.
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour from Via Del Campo 29 Rosso: $82
- 2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa: $104
- 3 Hours Private Walking Tour of Genoa from the Cruise Terminal: $240
- Aquarium of Genoa + Panera Ice Cream Taste experience: $32
- Aquarium of Genoa Ticket and Whale Watching Cruise: $70
- Aquarium of Entry Ticket and Aperitif: $31
- Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Genoa: $152
- Cesarine: Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience in Genoa: $141
- City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $27
- Departure by Private Car from Genoa City to Genoa Cruise Port: $44
- Discover Genoa, old town walking tour: $131
- E-bike tour in Genova: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Genoa €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Genoa:
- Guided Eco Hiking and Sea View Wine Tasting in Portofino Park: $75
- 3 Hour Pesto Making and Wine Tasting Activity in Campetto Genoa: $105
- CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $125
When comparing the travel costs between Lanzarote and Genoa, we can see that Lanzarote 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 Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Genoa Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Genoa?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Lanzarote or Genoa in the Summer?
Both Genoa and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Genoa this time of year.
In the summer, Lanzarote is around the same temperature as Genoa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lanzarote in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Genoa averages at about 25°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Genoa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Genoa during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 295 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Genoa 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Genoa in the Autumn?
Both Genoa and Lanzarote during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Genoa for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Genoa. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 23°C (73°F), and Genoa fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 183 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Genoa 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Genoa in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Genoa. Also, many visitors come to Genoa in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Lanzarote is much warmer than Genoa in the winter. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Genoa fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Genoa during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Genoa receives 127 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Genoa 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Genoa in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Genoa. Also, most visitors come to Genoa for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Lanzarote is a little warmer than Genoa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lanzarote in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Genoa averages at about 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Genoa receives 198 hours of full sun.
Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Genoa. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Genoa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Genoa 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Genoa and Lanzarote
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
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