Which place is cheaper, Gran Canaria or Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Gran Canaria?
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 Gran Canaria, 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 Gran Canaria?
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.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
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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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €155Gran Canaria €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €155, while the average daily cost in Gran Canaria is €150. 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 Gran Canaria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSanta Cruz de Tenerife €48Gran Canaria €63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSanta Cruz de Tenerife €96Gran Canaria €126
Compare Hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Gran Canaria
Looking for a hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Gran Canaria? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €64Gran Canaria €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
- Tenerife: Anaga Guided Hike . El Pijaral. Transfer Included.: $119
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet: $69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- BEST BUGGY TOUR in the Afternoon with Transfers – South Area Only: $76
- El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options: $43
- Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Playa del Ingles - Arrival Transfer: $57
- Gran Canaria Airport LPA to Las Palmas-RoundTrip Private Transfer: $93
- Gran Canaria Airport(LPA) to Playa del Ingles-Round-Trip Transfer: $114
- Gran Canaria Port to Las Palmas - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $147
- Gran Canaria Port to Las Palmas City Hotels Private Transfer: $74
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Amadores to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $202
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Bahía Feliz to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $44
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Fataga to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $210
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Golf Maspalomas to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $105
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from La Garita to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Gran Canaria?
Prices for flights to both Gran Canaria 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 €68Gran Canaria €59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gran Canaria
For Gran Canaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show & 3-Course Meal: $67
- MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show & 3-Course Meal: $69
- Nomad Dinner Show at Sala Scala: $71
- Sunset Tour with Champagne & Optional Dinner.: $79
- Food Tour with Distillery Visit & Lunch: $99
- Sala Scala Gran Canaria Dinner Show: $107
- Private Boat Tour with Dinner and Champagne: $410
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €25Gran Canaria €20
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:
- Cabrio Bus Full Day Guided Tour of Teide (SOUTH ONLY): $87
- Full Day Tour of Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal de La Laguna: $64
- Guided Tour to Teide National Park in Tenerife: $64
- Motorcycle Tour Through Anaga & the Enchanted Forest: $223
- Private Paragliding Flight Experience in Tenerife: $116
- Taucho Flight Experience: $114
- Siam Park Tenerife Quick Entry Tickets: $70
- Tenerife: Anaga and La Laguna VIP Tour: $320
Tours and Activities in Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- Walking tour Vegueta (old town Las Palmas): $8.15
- Discover A Self-Guided Island Tour: $8.16
- Las Palmas Pirates Self Guided Treasure Adventure Walk: $8.16
- Walking tour old town Las Palmas Vegueta: $11
- Las Palmas Old Town: Walking Tour: $12
- Holiday World Maspalomas Wooland Ticket: $15
- Angry Birds Activity Park Entry Ticket: $15
- Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket: $15
- Maspalomas: Bowling Session Entry Ticket at Holiday World: $16
- Las Palmas BEACH SUNSET: City Walking Tour: $16
- Banana World Guided Tour & Tasting: $17
- Tour UD Las Palmas Gran Canaria Stadium: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €7.50Gran Canaria €7.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery: $13
- Painting and textures workshop with volcanic wine tasting: $47
- Las Palmas: Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town: $52
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town of Las Palmas: $55
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $68
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $68
- Gran Canaria flavours with distillery visit and tastings: $78
When comparing the travel costs between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Gran Canaria, we can see that Santa Cruz de Tenerife is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Gran Canaria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. When comparing the sizes of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Gran Canaria, 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.