Which place is cheaper, Oviedo or Marseille?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Marseille or Oviedo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marseille or Oviedo, 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: Marseille or Oviedo?
Marseille
Marseille is the second largest city in France and is the largest Mediterranean port in the region. For visitors, Marseille offers an authentic glimpse at France. It has many colorful markets, natural beauty such as the Calanques with its large, beautiful cliffs, and the old harbor area, which offers a glimpse at the areas working class history.
Oviedo
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to France, The Best G Adventures Tours to France, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMarseille €148Oviedo €106
The average daily cost (per person) in Marseille is €148, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is €106. 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 Marseille and Oviedo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarseille €71Oviedo €53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarseille €142Oviedo €106
Compare Hotels in Marseille and Oviedo
Looking for a hotel in Marseille or Oviedo? 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: Marseille Hotel Prices and Oviedo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marseille €28Oviedo €20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Marseille
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Marseille:
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Metro Pass€3.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marseille
Also for Marseille, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Between Marseille Airport and Nice Airport: $1,176
- Private Transfer from Nice to Marseille: $738
- Cannes Private Transfer to Marseille Airport: $642
- Marseille or Aix ⟷Transfer to Nice 7 pax: $534
- Marseille Airport private Transfer to Cannes: $448
- Marseille Airport Transfer From/to Avignon: $356
- Private transfer from Marseille Airport to Cavaillon: $277
- Private Transfer from Marseille Airport to Avignon: $273
- Marseille Provence Airport transfer ↔ Avignon: $266
- Marseille Airport: VIP transfer to Baumaniere: $251
- Marseille Provence One Way Airport transfer to Gordes: $250
- Private Transfer Marseille to Saint Tropez With 2h Stop in Toulon: $241
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oviedo
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport to Oviedo and Gijón: $71
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Marseille or Oviedo?
Prices for flights to both Oviedo and Marseille 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 dayMarseille €42Oviedo €38
Typical Food Prices in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orangina€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Web-cooking workshop / French cuisine or French pastry: $35
- No Diet Club - Unique food tour in Marseille! (Cours Julien): $63
- Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $74
- Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $86
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $86
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $93
- Sunset Apéro Food tour: $95
- Walking Food Tour with Tastings: $97
- Marseille Sunset Apéro Food tour: $97
- Evening Food Tour with Tastings: $102
- Sunset Sailing Dinner in the Frioul Archipelago: $102
- Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marseille €38Oviedo €19
Tours and Activities in Marseille
For Marseille, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Old Marseille" district tour and treasure hunt: $29
- 2H: City-Tour Marseille: $274
- 3h Kayak Tour at Calanques National Park: $67
- A Day in Provence Small Group Tour from Marseille: $180
- Aix-en-Provence: Half-Day Shore Excursion Tour: $642
- All Inclusive Food & History Tour of Marseille with Local Guide: $144
- Beer tasting experience in Marseille: $43
- Bookbinding experience in the Vieux Port: $93
- Calanques National Park Guided Hiking Tour: $50
- Calanques National Park Kayak Day Tour: $112
- Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille: $65
- Canyoning Half Day Tour from La Ciotat : $67
Tours and Activities in Oviedo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
- 1934 Revolution Tour: $11
- Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $11
- Covadonga and Lakes and Occidental coast Private Tour: $380
- From Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, and Lastres Tour: $33
- Full-Day Tour at Oviedo to Coastal Wonders of Asturias : $289
- Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $12
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $9.81
- Northern Spain Tour in private 8 - 15 days Spanish English : $245
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $11
- Oviedo : Archaeological and fine arts museum tour: $16
- Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center: $150
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $8.96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarseille €27Oviedo €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Marseille
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marseille:
- Marseille Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $21
- Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $22
- Marseille Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $43
- New Year's Eve Bar Crawl Marseille France: $96
- Delicious Food and Wine Tour: $117
- Bandol and Cassis: Full Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $143
- Luberon: Full-Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $143
- Full-day Wine Tour around Bandol & Cassis from Marseille: $146
- Full-Day Wine Tour around Luberon from Marseille: $146
- Côtes du Rhône Wine tour: Avignon, Palace of the Popes: $163
- Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion : Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour: $164
- Marseille Shore Excursion - Full Day Wine Tour in Provence: $164
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marseille and Oviedo, we can see that Marseille is more expensive. And not only is Oviedo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Oviedo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oviedo 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 Marseille would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marseille than you might in Oviedo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Marseille Expensive? and Is Oviedo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marseille or Oviedo?
Marseille has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Oviedo. When comparing the sizes of Marseille and Oviedo, 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 Marseille or Oviedo?
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 Marseille or Oviedo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Marseille and Oviedo. Many travelers come to Marseille for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Marseille is a little warmer than Oviedo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Marseille in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Oviedo averages at about 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oviedo this time of the year. In Marseille, it's very sunny this time of the year. Marseille usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during summer. Marseille gets 366 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Marseille usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Marseille gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMarseille 24°C (75°F)Oviedo 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Oviedo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Marseille as well as Oviedo. Many visitors come to Marseille in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Marseille is generally around the same temperature as Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Marseille average around 16°C (61°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Marseille this time of the year. In the autumn, Marseille often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Marseille gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 138 hours of full sun.
Marseille usually gets less rain in October than Oviedo. Marseille gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMarseille 16°C (61°F)Oviedo 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Oviedo in the Winter?
Both Oviedo and Marseille are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Marseille for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
Marseille is cooler than Oviedo in the winter. The daily temperature in Marseille averages around 7°C (44°F) in January, and Oviedo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Marseille usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during winter. Marseille gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Oviedo. In January, Marseille usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Marseille gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMarseille 7°C (44°F)Oviedo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Oviedo in the Spring?
Both Oviedo and Marseille during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Marseille because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Marseille is a little warmer than Oviedo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Marseille in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Oviedo averages at about 11°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Marseille. In the spring, Marseille often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Marseille gets 245 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 143 hours of full sun.
Marseille usually gets less rain in April than Oviedo. Marseille gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMarseille 13°C (56°F)Oviedo 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Oviedo and Marseille
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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