Which place is cheaper, Cadiz or Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz, 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: Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz?
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Not everyone traveling to Spain is looking to collapse on a beach somewhere. If you're in search of a bustling, vibrant and colorful Spanish capital city without the crowds of Barcelona, you might want to book a few days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Located on the eastern tip of the island of Tenerife on the Canary Island chain, Santa Cruz's bright buildings, charming shops and rich, green scenery are there to greet visitors from all over the world - including you.
Cadiz
Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, 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 daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €126Cadiz €152
The average daily cost (per person) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €126, while the average daily cost in Cadiz is €152. 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Cadiz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSanta Cruz de Tenerife €48Cadiz €77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSanta Cruz de Tenerife €96Cadiz €154
Compare Hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Cadiz
Looking for a hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz? 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: Santa Cruz de Tenerife Hotel Prices and Cadiz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €64Cadiz €30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
- Mount Teide Tour with Transfer and Optional Cable Car Ticket: $43
- Tenerife South Airport Departure Transfer (Playa de las américas to Airport): $59
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet : $64
- Tenerife South Airport Departure Transfer (Costa Adeje Hotels to Airport): $98
- Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port: Transfer to Tenerife hotels: $252
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:
- Private Transfer from Cadiz city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz?
Prices for flights to both Cadiz and Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €40Cadiz €45
Typical Food Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:
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Dinner and Tapas€15
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Lunch for 1€10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
- Food Tour Cadiz: $75
- Tabancos Food Tour Jerez: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €25Cadiz €27
Tours and Activities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Here are a few actual costs in Santa Cruz de Tenerife for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tenerife: Forestal Park Tenerife Entry Ticket: $28
- Guided Tour to Teide National Park in Tenerife: $44
- Full Day Tour of Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal de La Laguna: $49
- Volcano Teide National Park Shared Tour from Costa Adeje Los Cristianos Tenerife: $64
- Full Day Guided Tour of Teide by Cabrio Bus : $75
- Private Paragliding Flight Experience in Tenerife: $109
- Taucho Flight Experience: $118
- Tenerife: Introductory Dive for Cruise Ship Passengers: $128
- Private VIP Tour Tenerife Magic Circle: $258
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cadiz
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:
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Cadiz Sightseeing Tour€15
Tours and Activities in Cadiz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:
- Audioguided Tour of Cádiz Monumental, at your pace: $4.27
- Cadiz Town Center Outdoor Escape Game: A Story Adventure: $6.94
- Story Adventure Outdoor Escape Game in Cadiz Town Center : $7.07
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.02
- Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
- Historical Walking Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Guided tour of Cádiz: stories from the hand of a local guide: $11
- Cádiz: Cadiz Milenaria Guided Tour: $13
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Charming Cadiz: $15
- Cádiz: Self-Guided Audio Smartphone App Tour: $15
- Discover Cádiz walking tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €7.50Cadiz €28
Sample the Local Flavors in Cadiz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:
- Private Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Bike Rental: $107
- Countryside Olive Oil & Wine Tasting: $128
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Cadiz, we can see that Cadiz is more expensive. And not only is Santa Cruz de Tenerife much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santa Cruz de Tenerife would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 Cadiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cadiz than you might in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santa Cruz de Tenerife Expensive? and Is Cadiz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Cadiz?
Santa Cruz de Tenerife has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Cadiz. When comparing the sizes of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Cadiz, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.