Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Paris?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paris or Gijon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Paris or Gijon? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Paris or Gijon?
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
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 Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-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 dayParis €232Gijon €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Paris is €232, 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 Paris and Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParis €151Gijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParis €302Gijon €160
Compare Hotels in Paris and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Paris 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: Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paris €21Gijon €9.69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro€6.40
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Train from Airport€9.00
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Metro tickets€6.80
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Train€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private round trip transfer from/to Paris airports: $3.26
- Transfer from/to PARIS<=>NORMANDY (DEAUVILLE, MONT ST MICHEL): $3.27
- Private transfer from/to CDG, ORLY airports <=> DISNEYLAND: $3.27
- Paris Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Railway Station: $8.74
- Private Transfer from Disneyland Paris to Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airports: $11
- Private transfer from Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport to Disneyland: $11
- Private One-Way Transfer: City of Paris: $11
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Private Departure Transfer: $13
- Paris Airport (CDG): Hotel Transfer from Paris or Roissy: $13
- Paris Private Arrival Transfer: Railway Station to Hotel: $14
- Private transfer: Orly Airport to Paris: $15
- Paris Private Transfer Disneyland: $16
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 Paris or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon and Paris 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 dayParis €41Gijon €31
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream€8.00
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Breakfast€7.00
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Breakfast for 2€30
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Dinner on River Cruise€86
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Dinner€57
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Cheese€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Hard Rock Cafe Paris with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner : $33
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $44
- No Diet Club - A selection of the best pizzas in Paris !: $45
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $68
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Dinner with Customized Wine Selection: $75
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.Paris €77Gijon €12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two€18
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Admission to Pantheon€5.00
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Catacombs (2)€23
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Free Walking Tour of Montmartre: $2.14
- Montmartre Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt Tour: $3.21
- Montmartre Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $3.26
- Self Guided Tours in Paris with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.26
- Marais Walk Self Guided Audio Tour: $4.35
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $5.35
- Père-Lachaise Cemetery audio guide tour: $5.35
- Private Self-guided Audio Tour of the Eiffel Tower: $5.45
- Self-Guided Tour - Père Lachaise Cemetery Audioguide, Paris: $5.45
- Self Guided Latin Quarter Audio Tour in Paris: $5.45
- Private Self Guided Walking Tour in Montmartre Paris: $5.46
- Kid-Friendly Marais: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.49
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- 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
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParis €24Gijon €14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $11
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $22
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $32
- Paris Craft gin distillery guided Tour & Tasting in English: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $33
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paris and Gijon, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Gijon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gijon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gijon 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Gijon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paris Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paris or Gijon?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Paris 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 Paris or Gijon?
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 Paris or Gijon in the Summer?
Both Gijon and Paris during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Paris is generally around the same temperature as Gijon. Daily temperatures in Paris average around 20°C (68°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In Gijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paris. In the summer, Paris often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Paris gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun.
Paris usually gets more rain in July than Gijon. Paris gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyParis 20°C (68°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Paris or Gijon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Paris and Gijon. Many visitors come to Paris in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Paris is cooler than Gijon in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paris averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Paris usually receives less sunshine than Gijon during autumn. Paris gets 127 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Paris usually receives less rain than Gijon. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberParis 13°C (56°F)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Paris or Gijon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Paris as well as Gijon. Most visitors come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
Paris can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Paris is much colder than Gijon. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paris in January average around 5°C (40°F), and Gijon averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Paris often gets less sunshine than Gijon. Paris gets 62 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Gijon. Paris usually gets less rain in January than Gijon. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryParis 5°C (40°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Paris or Gijon in the Spring?
Both Gijon and Paris are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Paris because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Paris is generally around the same temperature as Gijon. Daily temperatures in Paris average around 11°C (52°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
Paris usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during spring. Paris gets 172 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Paris usually receives less rain than Gijon. Paris gets 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilParis 11°C (52°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Paris
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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