Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Nice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nice or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nice and A Coruna can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nice or A Coruna?
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
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 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €131A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €131, 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 Nice and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €59A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €118A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Nice and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Nice 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: Nice Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €25A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- transfert Nice aéroport vers Isola 2000: $267
- transfert Nice aéroport /Fréjus /Saint Raphaël: $160
- Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé: Transfer to Nice: $292
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Transfer: $49
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $170
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Arrival Private Transfer: $85
- Villefranche Port to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Departure Transfer: $49
- Villefranche Port to Cannes Mandelieu Airport Departure Transfer: $87
- Villefranche Port Round Trip Transfer to Monaco: $158
- Transfert privé aéroport de Nice-Côte d’Azur - Cannes: $155
- Transfer from Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé to Cannes : $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Nice 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 dayNice €49A Coruna €28
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee€2.50
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Strawberries€4.00
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Loaf of Bread€3.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $84
- Viator Exclusive: Organic French Dinner in the Garden of Nice: $95
- The Flavors of Nice Food Tour: $103
- Old Nice Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Nice Evening Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $107
- 3.5-Hour Original Old Town Food Tour: $107
- Private French Cooking Class with a Fun Local Noel: $112
- PRIVATE Award-Winning Nice Food Tour: 6 or 10 Tastings: $112
- Food Tour + Wine Pairing Lunch with a local Sommelier: $133
- Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner: $147
- Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera: $192
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.Nice €12A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $65
- Majestic Christmas tour in French Riviera: $235
- Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $59
- 3 Hour Walking Tour with a Local Licensed Guide in Monaco: $60
- 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Nice with a Licensed Guide: $33
- 3-Hour Segway Tour to Nice & Villefranche-sur-Mer: $80
- 7h sightseeing excursion: Visit Saint Paul, Antibes, Cannes.: $104
- A Guided Walking Tour through the Charming Streets of Nice: $32
- A walk of wealth – guided tour in Monaco: $251
- All-Inclusive Food & History Tour in Old Nice with Local Guide: $142
- Amazing Private Walking Tour of Old Nice between Italy and France: $111
- Antibes Electric Bike Tour: $75
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:
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $32
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17A Coruna €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nice Bar Crawl | Best Bars In 1 Night! VIP + FREE SHOTS: $5.99
- Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entry and Free Shots: $16
- Pub Crawl Nice with Drinking Games and Optional Drink special: $17
- Nice : Guided Pub / Bar Crawl with Shots and Nightclub Entry: $21
- Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $23
- Nice Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $45
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $52
- New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl Nice France: $53
- Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice: $65
- Wine Tasting: Tour de France in Nice City Centre: $74
- Half-Day Saint Paul de Vence and Wine Tasting Tour: $82
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Saint Paul de Vence Tour from Nice: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nice and A Coruna, we can see that Nice 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice 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 Nice Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or A Coruna?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Nice 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 Nice or A Coruna?
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 Nice or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Nice during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
In July, Nice is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 23°C (73°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Nice usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNice 23°C (73°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and A Coruna. Many travelers come to Nice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Nice is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nice gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nice usually receives around the same amount of rain as A Coruna. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNice 17°C (63°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nice as well as A Coruna. Many visitors come to Nice in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Nice is cooler than A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nice in January average around 9°C (48°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Nice usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNice 9°C (48°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Spring?
Both A Coruna and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Nice is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 13°C (56°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In April, Nice usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNice 13°C (56°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Nice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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