Should you visit Palma de Mallorca or Cadiz?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or Cadiz, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
Cadiz
Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.
Which city is cheaper, Cadiz or Palma de Mallorca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €111, while the average daily cost in Cadiz is €122. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Palma de Mallorca and Cadiz in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Palma de Mallorca can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €56, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €112.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Cadiz is €122. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Local Transportation
To get around in Palma de Mallorca, the average visitor spends €20 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
The cost of a taxi ride in Cadiz is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €24 per person, per day, on local transportation in Cadiz.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride
€6.80
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Bus Ride
€1.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Airport Transfer: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Palma de Mallorca:
$24
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Palma de Mallorca Half Day Sightseeing Tour with Transfers:
$26
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Private Transfer: Palma to Palma de Mallorca International Airport (PMI):
$48
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Private Transfer: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Palma:
$48
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Palma: Private Transfer to/from Mallorca Airport (PMI):
$48
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Mallorca: Private Transfer To/From Palma de Mallorca Airport:
$49
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Private Departure Transfer from Palma de Mallorca to Palma de Mallorca Terminal:
$50
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Arrival Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Private Car:
$69
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Arrival Private Transfer Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma by Business Car:
$73
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Arrival Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Private Van:
$73
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Transfer from Palma Airport (Majorca) to Magaluf (Any Hotel):
$83
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Arrival Private Transfers : Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Business Car:
$84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:
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Transfer from Seville to Cadiz:
$251
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Private Transfer from Madrid to Faro (FAO) Airport:
$761
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Private Transfer from Cádiz to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$475
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Private Transfer from Cádiz to Faro (FAO) Airport:
$761
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Private Transfer Cadiz,Cordoba, Ronda or Chiclana to Seville SVQ by Business Car:
$394
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or Cadiz?
Prices for flights to both Cadiz and Palma de Mallorca 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
Palma de Mallorca food costs typically run travelers around €36 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
The price of a meal in Cadiz can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €36 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €14 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Palma de Mallorca €36
Cadiz €36
Typical Food prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Palma: Walking Food Tour:
$97
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Show Cooking Paella:
$124
Typical Food prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:
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Dinner and Tapas
€15
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Lunch for 1
€10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.
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Food Tour Cadiz:
$78
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Food Tour Cadiz:
$78
Entertainment
In Palma de Mallorca, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €27 per person, per day.
Entertainment and activities in Cadiz typically cost an average of €22 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Alcudia Open Bus City Tour in Mallorca:
$21
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Palma de Mallorca Sightseeing Day Tour:
$24
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El Arenal, Mallorca: Bay of Palma Boat Tour:
$27
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Full-Day Tour with Departure Options:
$29
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Mallorca: Bike Tour Off-the-Beaten-Track:
$43
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Palma de Mallorca Segway Ninebot Tour:
$56
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Express Tour to Drach Caves and Portocristo:
$60
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Palma: 2-Hour Segway Tour:
$63
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From 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise:
$64
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Segway Old Town Tour in Alcudia:
$77
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Segway Lake Tour in Alcudia:
$77
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Mallorca Coasteering Adventure:
$79
Typical Entertainment prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:
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Cadiz Sightseeing Tour
€15
Tours and Activities in Cadiz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:
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3-Hour Private Gastronomic and Cultural Cadiz Walking Tour:
$226
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Bike Tour in Cadiz:
$45
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Bike Tour of Cadiz:
$32
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Cadiz Discovery City Tour - Shore Excursion from Cadiz:
$67
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Cadiz Economic Walking Tour:
$6.22
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Cadiz Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$44
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Cadiz Old Town Private Walking Tour:
$69
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Cadiz Photo Bike Tour:
$81
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Cadiz Private Walking Tour:
$214
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Cadiz Private Walking Tour:
$187
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Cadiz Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Cadiz Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$25
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Cadiz Shore Excursion: Private Jewish Heritage Tour of Seville:
$1,070
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Palma de Mallorca spend on average €24 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
The average person spends about €23 on alcoholic beverages in Cadiz per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Typical Alcohol prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
When comparing the travel costs between Palma de Mallorca and Cadiz, we can see that Cadiz 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.
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