A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Saint-Etienne vs. A Coruna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Saint-Etienne or A Coruna?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Saint-Etienne and A Coruna. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Saint-Etienne or A Coruna?

Saint-Etienne

Saint-Etienne (Saint Stephen), a city southwest of Lyon, is drawing on its Industrial Revolution origins and its history of arms, bicycle, textile and ribbon production, to reinvent itself as design city. And the change is noticeable. After almost 30 years of decline, the city is now looking optimistically towards the future. Its center and suburbs are smartening up at a rapid pace. There are plenty of good surprises, including two great museums and a great eating scene.

A Coruna

A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Paris, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Etienne and A Coruna, we can see that Saint-Etienne is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Saint-Etienne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint-Etienne than you might in A Coruna.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint-Etienne Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Saint-Etienne or A Coruna?

A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 38% larger than the population of Saint-Etienne. When comparing the sizes of Saint-Etienne and A Coruna, 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 Saint-Etienne or A Coruna?

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 Saint-Etienne or A Coruna in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint-Etienne and A Coruna. The summer months attract visitors to Saint-Etienne because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Saint-Etienne is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Saint-Etienne average around 22°C (71°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in A Coruna this time of the year. In Saint-Etienne, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint-Etienne usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Saint-Etienne gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Saint-Etienne usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or A Coruna in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Saint-Etienne as well as A Coruna. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Saint-Etienne this time of year.

Saint-Etienne is cooler than A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint-Etienne averages around 14°C (56°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In the autumn, Saint-Etienne often gets less sunshine than A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Saint-Etienne usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or A Coruna in the Winter?

Both A Coruna and Saint-Etienne are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Saint-Etienne for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Saint-Etienne. In the winter, Saint-Etienne is much colder than A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint-Etienne in January average around 4°C (39°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).

Saint-Etienne usually receives less sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Saint-Etienne gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. In January, Saint-Etienne usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or A Coruna in the Spring?

Both A Coruna and Saint-Etienne during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Saint-Etienne in the spring for the natural beauty.

In April, Saint-Etienne is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Saint-Etienne average around 11°C (53°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the spring, Saint-Etienne often gets around the same amount of sunshine as A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.

Saint-Etienne usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Saint-Etienne gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for A Coruna and Saint-Etienne