Should you visit Palma de Mallorca or Granada?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or Granada, 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.
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and caf�s, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
Which city is cheaper, Granada 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 Granada is €98. 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 Granada 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.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €94 in Granada For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
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 average traveler spends about €29 per day in Granada for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Palma de Mallorca €36
Granada €29
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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Show Cooking Paella:
$124
Typical Food prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria
€2.50
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Sandwich to go
€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink
€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Middle Eastern 6-course dinner in Granada with a professional chef:
$49
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Albaicín & Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour with Flamenco & Tapas Dinner:
$81
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Small Group Food Tour in Granada:
$88
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Spanish Tapas Cooking Class in Granada:
$116
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.
To get around in Granada, the average visitor spends €17 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.
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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Transfer from Palma Airport (Majorca) to Magaluf (Any Hotel):
$83
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Private Transfers from Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Luxury Van:
$141
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Private Transfers from Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Business Car:
$90
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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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Private Transfer From Mallorca airport to Alcúdia:
$133
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Private Departure Transfer from Palma de Mallorca to Palma de Mallorca Terminal:
$50
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Private Departure Transfer from Palma de Mallorca City Center to Port d'Alcudia:
$133
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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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Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI Round-Trip Transfer in Private Van:
$147
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Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI Round-Trip Transfer in Private Car:
$144
Typical Local Transportation prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer from/to Managua Airport (MGA) to Granada City:
$49
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Transfer from Granada to Nerja:
$62
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Seville Private Transfer from Granada with sightseeing in Antequera and Cordoba:
$634
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Private Transfer: Granada to Federico García Lorca Granada Airport (GRX):
$622
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Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Van:
$57
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Private Transfer: Granada City or Sierra Nevada to Airport GRX by Business Car:
$38
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Private Transfer from Granada to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$276
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Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessVan:
$57
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Private Transfer Granada Airport to Granada City or Sierra Nevada by BusinessCar:
$38
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Private Transfer From/To Granada Airport:
$53
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Private IN/OUT transfer from/to Granada city from/to Granada airport:
$56
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Private Departure Transfer from Granada City Center to Granada Airport (GRX):
$26
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or Granada?
Prices for flights to both Granada 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.
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.
In Granada, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €23 per person, per day.
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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Bellver Castle Private Tour and Surrounding Highlights:
$158
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Classic Mallorca, Self drive tour:
$932
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Classic Tour of Mallorca on Convertible Car:
$118
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Discover the major cultural attractions of Palma De Mallorca on a Private Tour:
$574
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Express Tour to Drach Caves and Portocristo:
$60
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Helicopter & Wellness Experience:
$618
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Mallorca Coasteering Adventure:
$79
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Mental Voice Training and Caving Tour in Mallorca:
$422
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Palma de Mallorca Segway Ninebot Tour:
$56
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Palma de Mallorca Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Valldemossa, Soller and Serra de Tramuntana:
$345
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Palma de Mallorca Sightseeing Day Tour:
$24
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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2-Day Seville Tour from Granada with Royal Alcazar Palace, Seville Cathedral and Flamenco Show:
$271
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3-Hour Walking Tour of Granada:
$55
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3-day Andalucia Tour: Codoba & Seville from Granada:
$917
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4WD Sierra Nevada Safari PRIVATE TOUR:
$118
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A day in the life of Granada - Private tour with a local:
$249
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Guided Tour:
$19
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Walking Tour:
$12
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Albaicin quarter - night private tour:
$115
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada:
$76
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada:
$19
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Albayzin and Sacromonte private tour at sunset with tapas:
$169
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Alhambra & Generalife Guided Premium Tour (Small Groups with Direct Entry):
$98
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Palma de Mallorca spend on average €24 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Typically, people visiting Granada spend on average €19 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
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:
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
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Wine Tasting in Granada:
$57
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Granada Tapas and wine tour!:
$67
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Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!:
$81
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Small-Group Granada Tapas Bar Crawl Evening Tasting Experience:
$83
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BEST OF Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour - by OhMyGoodGuide!:
$106
When comparing the travel costs between Palma de Mallorca and Granada, we can see that Palma de Mallorca 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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