Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Oviedo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oviedo or Barcelona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Oviedo and Barcelona. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Oviedo or Barcelona?
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.
Barcelona
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOviedo €106Barcelona €156
The average daily cost (per person) in Oviedo is €106, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is €156. 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 Oviedo and Barcelona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOviedo €53Barcelona €96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOviedo €106Barcelona €192
Compare Hotels in Oviedo and Barcelona
Looking for a hotel in Oviedo or Barcelona? 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: Oviedo Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oviedo €20Barcelona €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oviedo
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $39
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport to Oviedo and Gijón: $71
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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10 Trip Metro Ticket€7.80
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Airport Bus€5.00
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Metro€2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:
- Private Transfer Barcelona - Benidorm: $524
- Private Transfer from Barcelona city to Harbor up to 15 people: $300
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Figueres: $293
- Barcelona Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to PortAventura hotels: $290
- transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $285
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Girona City (or vice versa): $284
- Private Transfer Tarragona Port to Barcelona/Hotels: $283
- Montserrat RoundTrip Transfer with lunch: $282
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Tarragona Cruise Terminal: $281
- Barcelona to Andorra Private Transfer: $272
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar: $262
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Port Aventura: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Oviedo or Barcelona?
Prices for flights to both Barcelona and Oviedo 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 dayOviedo €38Barcelona €33
Typical Food Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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Hot Cocoa & Churro€4.15
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Sandwich€1.70
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Baguette & Horchata€3.80
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Tapas on the beach€8.28
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Gelatto€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $21
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $21
- Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $27
- Walking Tour + Flamenco + Tapas Dinner (choose options): $27
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- La Barceloneta: Tapas Food Tour: $37
- Barcelona La Barceloneta Tapas Food Tour: $38
- Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
- Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $56
- Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience & Wine: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience and Wine in Barcelona: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oviedo €19Barcelona €33
Tours and Activities in Oviedo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
- Uncover Oviedo's Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.47
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $8.96
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $9.81
- 2-hour Guided Walking Tour: $10
- Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $11
- Tour of the mysteries and legends of Oviedo: $11
- 1934 Revolution Tour: $11
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $11
- Guided tour to the Cathedral with tickets: $12
- Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $12
- Oviedo : Archaeological and fine arts museum tour: $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
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Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass€42
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Souvenir Gaudi Book€8.55
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Admission to Museo Picasso€6.00
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
- Barcelona Christmas Walking Tour: $29
- Cruise into Barcelona? Get the Most out of Your Visit!: $117
- Dali Museum, Besalu & Girona Tour from Barcelona by Fast Train : $120
- Girona and Costa Brava with Lunch: VIP Small Group Tour: $16
- Montserrat Mountains Half - Day Private Tour - From Barcelona : $261
- Private Guides Barcelona Tour with Skip The Line in Cathedral: $217
- Private Mountain Bike Tour in Barcelona: $33
- Sagrada Familia "Fast Track" Guided Tour in Barcelona: $106
- Sagrada Familia Bike Tour in Small Group: $86
- Sagrada Familia Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Legends of the Gothic Quarter: $10
- Skip The Line - Early Picasso Museum and Born Neighborhood: $56
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOviedo €16Barcelona €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by King - Bar & Nightclub Hopping Tour: $14
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING - Nightlife Party Experience: $16
- Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $16
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $16
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: 4+ Venues, Free shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $22
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $23
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: $26
- Barcelona Weekend Pub Crawl with 1.5 hour open bar@Hostel: $27
- Catalan Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour & VIP Club Entry: $29
- Barcelona Art & Wine Tour: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oviedo and Barcelona, we can see that Barcelona 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 Barcelona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Barcelona 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 Oviedo Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oviedo or Barcelona?
Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Oviedo. When comparing the sizes of Oviedo and Barcelona, 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 Oviedo or Barcelona?
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 Oviedo or Barcelona in the Summer?
Both Barcelona and Oviedo during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Barcelona because of the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Oviedo is cooler than Barcelona in the summer. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Barcelona fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Barcelona, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Oviedo. In the summer, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Barcelona. Oviedo gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 308 hours of full sun.
Oviedo usually gets more rain in July than Barcelona. Oviedo gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOviedo 19°C (65°F)Barcelona 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Barcelona in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Oviedo and Barcelona. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Barcelona this time of year.
In the autumn, Oviedo is cooler than Barcelona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Oviedo in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Barcelona averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Barcelona during autumn. Oviedo gets 138 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Oviedo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Barcelona. Oviedo gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOviedo 16°C (60°F)Barcelona 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Barcelona in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Oviedo as well as Barcelona. Also, many travelers come to Barcelona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Oviedo is generally around the same temperature as Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Oviedo average around 10°C (49°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In the winter, Oviedo often gets less sunshine than Barcelona. Oviedo gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 146 hours of full sun.
Oviedo receives a lot of rain in the winter. Oviedo usually gets more rain in January than Barcelona. Oviedo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOviedo 10°C (49°F)Barcelona 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Oviedo or Barcelona in the Spring?
Both Barcelona and Oviedo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Barcelona in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Oviedo is cooler than Barcelona in the spring. The daily temperature in Oviedo averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Barcelona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Barcelona. Oviedo usually receives less sunshine than Barcelona during spring. Oviedo gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Oviedo usually receives more rain than Barcelona. Oviedo gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOviedo 11°C (53°F)Barcelona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Barcelona and Oviedo
| Oviedo | Barcelona | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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