Which place is cheaper, Vigo or Reims?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Reims or Vigo, 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.
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.
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Reims is €131, while the average daily cost in Vigo is €99. 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 Vigo in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Reims and Vigo, we can see that Reims is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Reims Expensive? and Is Vigo Expensive?.
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Reims. When comparing the sizes of Reims and Vigo, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Reims and Vigo. Many travelers come to Reims for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Reims is generally cooler than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Reims average around 19°C (65°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vigo this time of the year. In Reims, it's very sunny this time of the year. Reims usually receives less sunshine than Vigo during summer. Reims gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 299 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Reims usually receives more rain than Vigo. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Reims as well as Vigo. Many visitors come to Reims in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Reims is cooler than Vigo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Reims averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Vigo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Reims often gets less sunshine than Vigo. Reims gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vigo. Reims usually gets less rain in October than Vigo. Reims gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Vigo and Reims are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Reims for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Reims can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Reims is much colder than Vigo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Reims in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Vigo averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Reims usually receives less sunshine than Vigo during winter. Reims gets 50 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. In January, Reims usually receives less rain than Vigo. Reims gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Vigo and Reims during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Reims because of the natural beauty.
In April, Reims is generally cooler than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Reims average around 9°C (49°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Reims often gets less sunshine than Vigo. Reims gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 198 hours of full sun.
Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Reims usually gets less rain in April than Vigo. Reims gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Reims | Vigo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
May | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |