Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Marbella?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Marbella or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marbella or A Coruna, 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: Marbella or A Coruna?
Marbella
Marbella is a city in southern Spain in the province of Malaga. It is part of the Costa del Sol (Coast of the Sun) and is located on the Mediterranean Sea between Malaga and the Strait of Gibraltar. It is one of the most important tourist cities in the area and receives many national and international tourists year round due to its climate and tourism structures. Marbella is a bit of a glamorous city due to its beauty and resort-type environment. The old town with its narrow cobbled streets and flower-filled plazas is packed with shops and art galleries selling boutique clothes and accessories, and handmade wares. The city has significant archaeological and historical heritage and many events and performances throughout the year.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Spain, and The Best Budget Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMarbella €117A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Marbella is €117, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Marbella and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarbella €61A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarbella €122A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Marbella and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Marbella or A Coruna? 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: Marbella Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marbella €24A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marbella
Also for Marbella, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vip Transfer from Malaga Airport to Fuengirola or Marbella: $21
- TRANSFER MALAGA AIRPORT from OR to MARBELLA-PRICE ALL INCLUSIVE: $104
- Private Transfer from Vélez-Málaga to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from Torrox to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $120
- Private Transfer from Torrox Costa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $120
- Private Transfer from Torre del Mar to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from San Pedro de Alcántara to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $132
- Private Transfer from Sabinillas to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $174
- Private Transfer from Mezquitilla to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $127
- Private Transfer from Marbesa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from Manilva to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $175
- Private Transfer from Los Monteros to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $107
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Marbella or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Marbella 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 dayMarbella €38A Coruna €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marbella
For Marbella, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour: $87
- The Mediterranean Diet & Lifestyle Cooking Class.: $180
- Gourmet Cooking Class & Culture in the rural Montes de Malaga.: $191
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marbella €19A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Marbella
For Marbella, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 h Estepona Bay Tour: $47
- 2 hours Quad Tour in Marbella - 1 quad for 1/2 persons 160€: $175
- Antequera Classic Winery Tour: $206
- Authentic Andalusia - Jeep Eco Tour (pick up from Marbella - Estepona) : $98
- Bike City Tour Marbella: $32
- Buggy Adventure with Incredible Views of the Sea and the Reservoir: $109
- Caminito del Rey and Ardales Guided Tour from Costa del Sol: $75
- Canyoning Experience Near Marbella (Benahavís River Walk): $43
- Discover Marbella's Old Town with five-star private tour: $97
- Dolphin Watching Adventure in Estepona Bay: $38
- Dolphin Watching Tour on Sailboat in Marbella: $71
- E-Bike Tour through Marbella/ Puerto Banús and San Pedro: $101
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Private City Tour of A Coruña - Shore Excursion : $237
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarbella €5.71A Coruna €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Marbella
Also in Marbella, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Manilva & Gaucin Wine Tour from the Costa del Sol: $152
- From Manilva Sunset Wine Tasting Tour with Tapas: $159
- Ronda Full Day Wine Tour from Marbella: $195
- From Antequera Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $213
- From Axarquia Wine Tour with Wine Pairing Lunch: $234
- Full-Day Private Ronda Wine Tour Experience from Marbella: $262
- VIP Ronda Wine Tour and Tasting and Gourmet Lunch Experience with Winemaker: $272
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marbella and A Coruna, we can see that Marbella is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Marbella would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marbella than you might in A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Marbella Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marbella or A Coruna?
A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Marbella. When comparing the sizes of Marbella and A Coruna, 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.
When is the best time to visit Marbella or A Coruna?
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 Marbella or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Marbella are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Marbella for the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Marbella is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Marbella average around 25°C (77°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in A Coruna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Marbella. Marbella usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Marbella gets 348 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Marbella usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Marbella gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMarbella 25°C (77°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Marbella or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Marbella during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Marbella in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Marbella is a little warmer than A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Marbella averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Marbella. In the autumn, Marbella often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Marbella gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Marbella usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Marbella gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMarbella 19°C (67°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Marbella or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Marbella and A Coruna. Most visitors come to Marbella for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Marbella is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Marbella in January average around 12°C (54°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Marbella usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Marbella gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Marbella usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Marbella gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMarbella 12°C (54°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Marbella or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Marbella as well as A Coruna. The spring months attract visitors to Marbella because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Marbella is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Marbella average around 16°C (60°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Marbella this time of the year. In the spring, Marbella often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Marbella gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.
Marbella usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Marbella gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMarbella 16°C (60°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Marbella
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (60°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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