Which place is cheaper, Santillana or Nantes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nantes or Santillana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nantes or Santillana, 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: Nantes or Santillana?
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
Santillana
A quaint town outside of Santander in northern Spain, Santillana de Mar is renowned for its medieval architecture. One of Spain's prettiest villages, Santillana del Mar and its cobbled streets are lined with palaces, churches, and balconies full of flowers. There are plenty of traditional shops selling local specialties, and it is nearby the UNESCO world heritage site of the Altamira Caves for something a little different.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNantes €108Santillana €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Nantes is €108, while the average daily cost in Santillana is €105. 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 Nantes and Santillana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNantes €60Santillana €60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNantes €120Santillana €120
Compare Hotels in Nantes and Santillana
Looking for a hotel in Nantes or Santillana? 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: Nantes Hotel Prices and Santillana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nantes €36Santillana €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Nantes or Santillana?
Prices for flights to both Santillana and Nantes 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 dayNantes €27Santillana €30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nantes
For Nantes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145
Typical Food Prices in Santillana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Santillana:
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Breakfast€7.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nantes €13Santillana €23
Tours and Activities in Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.42
- Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $50
- Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
- Welcome to Private Tour with a Local: $51
- Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Panoramic Tour by Electric Bike: $59
- PANORAMA TOUR OF NANTES by electric bike: $60
- Nantes : Must-see Attractions Walking Tour: $75
Tours and Activities in Santillana
Here are a few actual costs in Santillana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Memorable Family Walking Tour in Ancient Santillana del Mar: $428
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNantes €6.43Santillana €4.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Nantes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nantes:
- Château du Bois-Huaut: Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Santillana
Also in Santillana, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santillana Uncorked: A Wine Tasting Adventure: $1,022
When comparing the travel costs between Nantes and Santillana, we can see that Nantes 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 Nantes Expensive? and Is Santillana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nantes or Santillana?
Nantes has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Santillana. When comparing the sizes of Nantes and Santillana, 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 Nantes or Santillana?
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 Nantes or Santillana in the Summer?
Both Santillana and Nantes during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Nantes in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Nantes is generally around the same temperature as Santillana. Daily temperatures in Nantes average around 19°C (67°F), and Santillana fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Santillana, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Nantes. In the summer, Nantes often gets more sunshine than Santillana. Nantes gets 267 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santillana receives 213 hours of full sun.
Nantes usually gets less rain in July than Santillana. Nantes gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNantes 19°C (67°F)Santillana 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Nantes or Santillana in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nantes and Santillana. Most visitors come to Nantes for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Nantes is cooler than Santillana in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nantes averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Santillana fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Nantes usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Santillana during autumn. Nantes gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Santillana receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Santillana receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Nantes usually receives less rain than Santillana. Nantes gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNantes 13°C (56°F)Santillana 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Nantes or Santillana in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nantes as well as Santillana. The winter months attract visitors to Nantes because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Nantes is much colder than Santillana. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nantes in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Santillana averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In the winter, Nantes often gets less sunshine than Santillana. Nantes gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santillana receives 91 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Santillana. Nantes usually gets less rain in January than Santillana. Nantes gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNantes 6°C (42°F)Santillana 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Nantes or Santillana in the Spring?
Both Santillana and Nantes are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Nantes this time of year.
In April, Nantes is generally cooler than Santillana. Daily temperatures in Nantes average around 11°C (51°F), and Santillana fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Nantes usually receives more sunshine than Santillana during spring. Nantes gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Santillana receives 148 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Santillana. In April, Nantes usually receives less rain than Santillana. Nantes gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNantes 11°C (51°F)Santillana 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Santillana and Nantes
| Nantes | Santillana | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (43°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
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