Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Los Cristianos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Los Cristianos 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 Los Cristianos 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: Los Cristianos or Barcelona?
Los Cristianos
Picture your ultimate beach vacation. It probably consists of sand, sun and the most pristine resorts to pamper and spoil you. You've just dreamed up a place that actually exists - Los Cristianos. Located in the south of the Canary Island of Tenerife, Los Cristianos is one of the most popular tourist centers in this area, and for good reason. This area knows how to treat vacationers. The sea is a way of life in this area of the world, and that's apparent everywhere you look. Harbor tours, fishing trips and dolphin watching excursions are being advertised everywhere you look - all ready to give you the Los Cristianos experience.
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 dayLos Cristianos €125Barcelona €158
The average daily cost (per person) in Los Cristianos is €125, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is €158. 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 Los Cristianos and Barcelona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLos Cristianos €57Barcelona €96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLos Cristianos €114Barcelona €192
Compare Hotels in Los Cristianos and Barcelona
Looking for a hotel in Los Cristianos 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: Los Cristianos Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Los Cristianos €49Barcelona €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:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Barcelona APT-HTL (BCN): $63
- Transfers From Barcelona Sants Train Station to Hotel bcn: $32
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $226
- Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $33
- Transfer in private vehicle from Barcelona City - Barcelona Airport (BCN): $33
- Transfer in private vehicle from Barcelona Airport (BCN) - Barcelona City: $33
- Transfer in private minivan from Barcelona City - Barcelona Airport (BCN): $49
- Transfer from Cruise Terminal to barcelona city: $83
- Transfer from Barcelona City to cruise port Private: $34
- Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona City Centre: $31
- Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona City: $29
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Barcelona Airport to Pineda de Mar: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Los Cristianos or Barcelona?
Prices for flights to both Barcelona and Los Cristianos 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 dayLos Cristianos €38Barcelona €33
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.
- Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $28
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $31
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $40
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $40
- Flamenco Casa Sors & Guitar Museum with Dinner or Drink: $42
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit : $43
- Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $44
- Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $61
- Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $64
- Old Town Evening Food Tour with 8 Tapas & 4 Drinks: $66
- Rooftop Terrace Paella Cooking Lesson: $67
- Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Los Cristianos €23Barcelona €33
Tours and Activities in Los Cristianos
For Los Cristianos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tenerife: Kayak & Snorkeling Tour - Small Groups: $50
- Unforgettable snorkeling tours with turtles: $55
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:
- Barcelona Arrival Airport to Barcelona Cruise Port: $40
- Barcelona Arrival Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport : $43
- Costa Brava Coves Towns and Winery Private Tour: $186
- Cruise into Barcelona? Get the Most out of Your Visit!: $117
- Montserrat Mountains Half - Day Private Tour - From Barcelona : $271
- Private Guides Barcelona Tour with Skip The Line in Cathedral: $226
- Private Mountain Bike Tour in Barcelona: $34
- Sagrada Familia Comedy Tour: $3.39
- Sagrada Familia Guided Tour: $158
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Legends of the Gothic Quarter: $10
- Ticket to Sant Pau Art Nouveau Barcelona: $32
- 'The Cathedral of the Sea' Walking book tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLos Cristianos €7.14Barcelona €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Original Pub Crawl: $14
- International Party & Bar Crawl with VIP entry: $15
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING The Best Party Tour: $17
- Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $17
- Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING International Party Tour: $19
- Pub Crawl With Optional Open Bar and VIP Entry: $20
- PUB Crawl With Shots and VIP Club Entrance: $20
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $22
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Los Cristianos and Barcelona, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is Los Cristianos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Los Cristianos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Los Cristianos 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 Los Cristianos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Los Cristianos Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Los Cristianos or Barcelona?
Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 68770 times larger than the population of Los Cristianos. When comparing the sizes of Los Cristianos 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.