A Travel Price Comparison for Spain Marbella vs. Cordoba for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Marbella or Cordoba?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marbella or Cordoba, 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 Cordoba?

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.

Cordoba

Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.

Which city is cheaper, Cordoba or Marbella?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Marbella is €93, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €102. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Marbella and Cordoba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Marbella €49
    Cordoba €54
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Marbella €98
    Cordoba €108
Compare Hotels in Marbella and Cordoba

Looking for a hotel in Marbella or Cordoba? 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.

Hotels in Marbella


Hotels in Cordoba


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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 Cordoba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Marbella €19
    Cordoba €22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marbella

Also for Marbella, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Marbella to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Van Transfer: $45
  • Marbella to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Car Transfer: $61
  • Departure Private Transfer Business Car Marbella to Malaga airport AGP: $62
  • Departure Private Transfer Luxury Van Marbella to Malaga airport AGP: $92
  • TRANSFER MALAGA AIRPORT from/to PUERTO BANUS-PRICE ALL INCUSIVE: $106
  • TRANSFER MALAGA AIRPORT from/to MARBELLA-PRICE ALL INCLUSIVE: $106
  • Private Transfer from Las Chapas to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $111
  • Private Transfer from Elviria to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $111
  • Private Transfer from Hotel Marbella Beach Resort to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $111
  • Private Transfer from Marbesa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $111
  • Private Transfer from Lomas De Cabopino to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $111
  • Private Transfer from Los Monteros to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $122

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:

  • Transfer in private minivan from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport: $56
  • Transfer in Private Car from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport-COR: $14
  • Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $75
  • Private transfer from/to Cordoba to/from Malaga: $261
  • Private Transfer: Córdoba Airport (ODB) to Cordoba: $622
  • Private Transfer: Cordoba to Córdoba Airport (ODB): $622
  • Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $336
  • Private Airport Transfer: Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport (COR): $19
  • Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $100
  • Cordoba to Seville Private Transfer: $444
  • Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $275
  • Cordoba Private Departure Transfer: $100

Is it cheaper to fly into Marbella or Cordoba?

Prices for flights to both Cordoba 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Marbella €31
    Cordoba €27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marbella

For Marbella, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking courses at home & online: $75
  • Tapas & Paella Cooking Course: $80
  • Food Tour: $85

Typical Food prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:


  • Ice Cream
    €1.80

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.

  • Cordoba Spanish Cooking Class & Market Tour: $118

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Marbella €15
    Cordoba €20

Tours and Activities in Marbella

For Marbella, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Secrets of Marbella walking tour (Group): $19
  • Marbella small group walking Tour: $24
  • Marbella group walking tour: $32
  • Bike City Tour Marbella: $32
  • Full-Day Gibraltar Shopping Tour from the Costa del Sol: $33
  • Guided Wine and Tapas Bike Tour: $40
  • Marbella Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $41
  • Paddle Boarding Tour on the beautiful Marbella Coast: $49
  • Sunset SUP Tour in Marbella: $61
  • Can-am Route Experience: $77
  • Original Marbella Tapas Adventure: $86
  • Marbella Gourmet Tapas Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $88

Typical Entertainment prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:


  • Garden Entrance Fee
    €6.00

Tours and Activities in Cordoba

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:

  • 2-Night Cordoba Experience: City Tour and Arabian Spa Entrance: $224
  • 3-Hour Tour from Cordoba to the Site of Medina Azahara: $34
  • 3-day Andalucia Tour: Seville & Granada from Cordoba: $635
  • Adventure in the hills of Cordoba: $810
  • Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour: $19
  • Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets: $386
  • Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus: $42
  • Authentic Patios of Cordoba Guided Tour: $22
  • Best of Cordoba Guided Tour: $50
  • Bike Tour Córdoba: $31
  • Calamuchita WineTour x 2 Pax: $55
  • Caroya WineTour x 2 Pax: $40

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Marbella €4.57
    Cordoba €30

Sample the Local Flavors in Marbella

Also in Marbella, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Tour of the Old Town with Wine Tasting & Tapas: $112
  • E-Mountain Bike & Wine Tour from Marbella to Sierra Blanca: $123
  • Manilva & Gaucin Wine Tour from the Costa del Sol: $160
  • Ronda Full Day Wine Tour from Marbella: $210
  • VIP Wine Tour through the Guadalhorce Valley & Wolf Sanctuary Visit: $360
  • Ronda Private Wine Tour and Tapas from Marbella: $406
  • VIP Ronda Wine Tour and Tasting and Gourmet Lunch Experience with Winemaker: $778

Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:

  • Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $25
  • Cordoba Mezquita Tour with Wine Tasting: $35
  • Córdoba Rooftop Experience with Wine Tasting: $107
  • Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita: $130

About these numbers

When comparing the travel costs between Marbella and Cordoba, we can see that Cordoba 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.


When is the best time to visit Marbella or Cordoba?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Marbella or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Marbella as well as Cordoba. The beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Marbella this time of year.

In the summer, Marbella is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Marbella in July are around 25°C (77°F), and Cordoba is about 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Marbella this time of the year. In the summer, Marbella often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Marbella gets 348 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 358 hours of full sun.

Marbella usually gets less rain in July than Cordoba. Marbella gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Marbella 25°C (77°F) 
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Marbella or Cordoba in the Autumn?

Both Cordoba and Marbella are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Marbella for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Marbella is generally around the same temperature as Cordoba. Temperatures in Marbella average around 19°C (67°F), and Cordoba stays around 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Marbella. Marbella usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during autumn. Marbella gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 202 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Marbella usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Marbella gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Marbella 19°C (67°F) 
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Marbella or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Marbella during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Marbella in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Marbella is a little warmer than Cordoba in the winter. The temperature in Marbella is usually 12°C (54°F) in January, and Cordoba stays around 10°C (50°F).

In the winter, Marbella often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Marbella gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 162 hours of full sun.

Marbella usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Cordoba. Marbella gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Marbella 12°C (54°F) 
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Marbella or Cordoba in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Marbella and Cordoba. Most visitors come to Marbella for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Marbella is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Marbella in April are around 16°C (60°F), and Cordoba is about 16°C (60°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Marbella, it's very sunny this time of the year. Marbella usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Marbella gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 203 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Marbella usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Marbella gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Marbella 16°C (60°F) 
    Cordoba 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Marbella

Marbella Cordoba
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (54°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 10°C (50°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 75 mm (3 in) 12°C (53°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 14°C (56°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
May 19°C (66°F) 24 mm (0.9 in) 20°C (67°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 22°C (72°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 24°C (74°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Aug 25°C (78°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 27°C (81°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 23°C (74°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 24°C (76°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Nov 15°C (60°F) 115 mm (4.5 in) 13°C (56°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Dec 13°C (55°F) 102 mm (4 in) 10°C (50°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)


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