Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Paris?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paris or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Paris or Playa de las Americas? 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 Playa de las Americas?
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."
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParis €232Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Paris is €232, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParis €151Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParis €302Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Paris and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Paris or Playa de las Americas? 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 and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paris €21Playa de las Americas €56
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:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,567
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,390
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,389
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $962
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $962
- Private Transfer from Paris City to Le Havre: $273
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Round Trip Transfer to/from Paris: $272
- Private transfer from Beauvais airport to Paris or back: $268
- Private Transfer to or from Beauvais Airport: $267
- Private Transfer between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Paris by Van: $262
- Private Direct Transfer From Paris to Reims: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Paris or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 €41Playa de las Americas €45
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paris €77Playa de las Americas €30
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.
- Île de la Cité: Guided Tour + Sainte-Chapelle Fast Track Entry: $55
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris City Center Self-Guided Walking Tour : $11
- Paris Entrance Ticket to the Aura Invalides Immersive Show: $24
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $250
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $148
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $75
- Virtual reality experience in Paris: $33
- Île de la Cité - Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Tour Private Tour: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParis €24Playa de las Americas €8.57
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 Playa de las Americas, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Playa de las Americas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Playa de las Americas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paris Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paris or Playa de las Americas?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 710 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Paris and Playa de las Americas, 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 Playa de las Americas?
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 Paris or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Paris are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
In the summer, Paris is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Paris in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paris. Paris usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Paris gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paris usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyParis 20°C (68°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Paris or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
Both Playa de las Americas and Paris during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Paris for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Paris is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Paris average around 13°C (56°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Paris often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Paris usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberParis 13°C (56°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Paris or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paris and Playa de las Americas. Many visitors come to Paris in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Paris can get quite cold in the winter. Paris is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the winter. The daily temperature in Paris averages around 5°C (40°F) in January, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Paris usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Paris gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paris usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryParis 5°C (40°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Paris or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Paris as well as Playa de las Americas. Most visitors come to Paris for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Paris is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Paris in April average around 11°C (52°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the spring, Paris often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Paris usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Paris gets 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilParis 11°C (52°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Paris
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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