Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Segovia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Segovia or Gijon?
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 Segovia and Gijon. 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: Segovia or Gijon?
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySegovia €145Gijon €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Segovia is €145, while the average daily cost in Gijon is €119. 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 Segovia and Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSegovia €75Gijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSegovia €150Gijon €160
Compare Hotels in Segovia and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Segovia or Gijon? 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: Segovia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Segovia €24Gijon €9.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
- Private One Way Transfer from Avila to Madrid City Airport: $94
- Private transfer from Segovia to Madrid city/airport: $158
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $217
- Hot Air Balloon flight with Optional Transfer: $227
- Hot Air Balloon over Segovia with Optional Transfers from Madrid: $231
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $272
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Segovia or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon and Segovia 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 daySegovia €48Gijon €31
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2€22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Segovia €34Gijon €12
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
- Segovia Cathedral Entrance Ticket: $4.43
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket to Cathedral of Segovia: $4.82
- Segovia Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.85
- Segovia Cathedral Guided Tour: $7.76
- Cathedral Tower Guided Tour: $7.76
- Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $8.79
- Sights & Highlights Walking tour: $9.49
- Segovia from the Aqueduct to the Alcazar: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- walking tour with views Eresma River Valley: $11
- Alcazar Guided Tour: $14
- Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $17
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Segovia: $17
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $4.83
- Guided tour of Gijón: $12
- 2-Hour Private Tour of Gijón: $82
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $96
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $199
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $215
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $297
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $298
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySegovia €24Gijon €14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Segovia and Gijon, we can see that Segovia is more expensive. And not only is Gijon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gijon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gijon 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 Segovia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Segovia than you might in Gijon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Segovia Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Segovia or Gijon?
Gijon has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Segovia. When comparing the sizes of Segovia and Gijon, 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.