Which place is cheaper, Santander or Reims?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Reims or Santander?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Reims or Santander, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Reims or Santander?
Reims
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayReims €131Santander €108
The average daily cost (per person) in Reims is €131, while the average daily cost in Santander is €108. 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 Reims and Santander in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personReims €66Santander €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomReims €132Santander €102
Compare Hotels in Reims and Santander
Looking for a hotel in Reims or Santander? 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: Reims Hotel Prices and Santander Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Reims €39Santander €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reims
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
- From Transfer and Drive Through the Champagne Region: $856
- Private Transfer From Reims To Paris, 2 Hour Stop in Epernay: $227
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $44
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Reims or Santander?
Prices for flights to both Santander and Reims 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 dayReims €40Santander €41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Reims €19Santander €18
Tours and Activities in Reims
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Reims Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.95
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.95
- Guided Tour of Cathedral of Notre Dame de Reims: $9.62
- Reims UNESCO site: Basilica of Saint-Remi Guided Tour: $9.62
- Reims Art Deco guided tour: $9.62
- Reims Cathedral of Notre Dame Guided Tour: $9.83
- Reims : city-center discovery tour and champagne tasting: $16
- Discovery tour (2 tastings): $20
- Entrance ticket to Pressoria in the heart of Champagne with Tasting: $20
- Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $27
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Guided Tour by Electric Bike: $53
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $55
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip: $70
- Tour to the Towns of the Western Coast of Cantabria: $79
- Picos, Santo Toribio Monastery and Potes Day Tour: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayReims €22Santander €14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Reims and Santander, we can see that Reims is more expensive. And not only is Santander much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santander would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santander 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims than you might in Santander.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Reims Expensive? and Is Santander Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Reims or Santander?
Reims has a larger population, and is about 7% larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Reims and Santander, 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 Reims or Santander?
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 Reims or Santander in the Summer?
Both Santander and Reims are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Reims for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Reims is around the same temperature as Santander in the summer. The daily temperature in Reims averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Santander fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Santander. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Reims. Reims usually receives more sunshine than Santander during summer. Reims gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Santander receives 213 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Reims usually receives around the same amount of rain as Santander. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santander receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyReims 19°C (65°F)Santander 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Reims or Santander in the Autumn?
Both Santander and Reims during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Reims because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Reims is cooler than Santander. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Reims in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Santander averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Reims often gets less sunshine than Santander. Reims gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santander receives 133 hours of full sun.
Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Reims usually gets less rain in October than Santander. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santander receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberReims 12°C (53°F)Santander 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Reims or Santander in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Reims and Santander. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Reims this time of year.
It's quite cold in Reims in the winter. In January, Reims is generally much colder than Santander. Daily temperatures in Reims average around 3°C (37°F), and Santander fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Reims usually receives less sunshine than Santander during winter. Reims gets 50 hours of sunny skies, while Santander receives 91 hours of full sun in the winter.
Santander receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Reims usually receives less rain than Santander. Reims gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Santander receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryReims 3°C (37°F)Santander 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Reims or Santander in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Reims as well as Santander. Many travelers come to Reims for the natural beauty.
Reims is cooler than Santander in the spring. The daily temperature in Reims averages around 9°C (49°F) in April, and Santander fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the spring, Reims often gets more sunshine than Santander. Reims gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santander receives 148 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Santander. Reims usually gets less rain in April than Santander. Reims gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Santander receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilReims 9°C (49°F)Santander 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Santander and Reims
| Reims | Santander | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
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