Which place is cheaper, Vigo 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 Vigo?
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 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.
Where Should I go: Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Vigo?
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.
Vigo
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 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 €155Vigo €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €155, while the average daily cost in Vigo is €125. 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 Vigo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSanta Cruz de Tenerife €48Vigo €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSanta Cruz de Tenerife €96Vigo €86
Compare Hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Vigo
Looking for a hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Vigo? 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 Vigo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €64Vigo €37
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: $59
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet : $71
- Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port: Transfer to Tenerife hotels: $413
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $207
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $207
Is it cheaper to fly into Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Vigo?
Prices for flights to both Vigo 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 €68Vigo €61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $178
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €25Vigo €10
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: Santa Cruz Guided Bike Tour 1.5 hour: $18
- Tenerife: Guided Historical Bike Tour with E-Bike Option: $29
- Tapas Bike Tour: $35
- From Costa Adeje or Santa Cruz: Contrasts of Tenerife Tour: $65
- Private Tour Tenerife: Anaga, Taganana, Benijo & La laguna: $88
- Tenerife Buggy Tour The Golden Mile: $116
- Tenerife: Island Tour with Teide Volcano and Lunch: $119
- Private Paragliding Flight Experience in Tenerife: $120
- Taucho Flight Experience: $129
- Tenerife: Introductory Dive for Cruise Ship Passengers: $140
- Private VIP Tour Tenerife Magic Circle: $277
- Tenerife: Anaga and La Laguna VIP Tour: $323
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.14
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $10
- Vigo, Galicia: Walking Tour of Mysteries and Legends: $18
- Walking Tour with local History & Culture: $18
- Ticket/Photo-Theme Park and Virtual Activity in Vigo: $19
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $22
- Thematic Tour Selfie Experience Gallery Vigo-Galicia: $22
- Discover Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $24
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $25
- Celta Vigo Abanca Balaídos Stadium Tour: $26
- Guided Walking Tour for Cruise Ship Passengers: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €7.50Vigo €5.71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Vigo, we can see that Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Expensive? and Is Vigo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Vigo?
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. When comparing the sizes of Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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.
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.