Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Nice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nice or Gijon?
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 Gijon 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 Gijon?
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.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
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 Bicycle Tours in Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €131Gijon €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €131, while the average daily cost in Gijon is €119. 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 Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €59Gijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €118Gijon €160
Compare Hotels in Nice and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Nice or Gijon? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €25Gijon €9.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Private Transfer: Nice City Center to Côte d'Azur Airport(NCE): $40
- Private Transfer from Nice City to Nice Airport: $43
- Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car: $44
- Monaco to Hercule Monte Carlo Port Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Private transfer from Nice to Cannes: $47
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Transfer: $49
- Villefranche Port to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Departure Transfer: $49
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Port de la Santé to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Private Departure Transfer: $49
- Nice Intl Airport (NCE) to Villefranche Port- Arrival Transfer: $49
- Nice hotels to Port de la Santé - Departure Private Transfer: $49
- Nice Intl Airport (NCE) to Port de la Santé- Arrrival Private Transfer: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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 €49Gijon €31
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
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2€22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nice €12Gijon €12
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Vieux Nice : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- Nice : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Ticket to Musée National du Sport: $6.42
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.52
- Nice Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.95
- Navigating A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Nice's Old Town Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Nice city tour: audio guide app in your smartphone: $7.49
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17Gijon €14
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 comparing the travel costs between Nice and Gijon, we can see that Nice 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 Nice Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Gijon?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 25% larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Nice and Gijon, 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 Gijon?
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 Nice or Gijon in the Summer?
Both Gijon and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Nice for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Nice is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nice in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Gijon averages at about 19°C (65°F).
In July, Nice usually receives less rain than Gijon. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNice 23°C (73°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Nice or Gijon in the Autumn?
Both Gijon and Nice during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Nice because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Nice is generally around the same temperature as Gijon. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 17°C (63°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nice. Nice usually gets more rain in October than Gijon. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNice 17°C (63°F)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Nice or Gijon in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and Gijon. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
Nice is cooler than Gijon in the winter. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Gijon fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Gijon receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Nice usually receives less rain than Gijon. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNice 9°C (48°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Nice or Gijon in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nice as well as Gijon. Many travelers come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Nice is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nice in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Gijon averages at about 11°C (53°F).
Nice usually gets less rain in April than Gijon. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNice 13°C (56°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Nice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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