Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Segovia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Segovia or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas. 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 Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
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 €145Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Segovia is €145, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSegovia €75Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSegovia €150Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Segovia and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Segovia or Playa de las Americas? 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 and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Segovia €24Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $209
Is it cheaper to fly into Segovia or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 €48Playa de las Americas €45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Segovia €34Playa de las Americas €30
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
- Ávila Walking Tour: $163
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Segovia: $17
- City Sightseeing Segovia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
- City on the Rock: Segovia Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour: $15
- From Madrid: Segovia Highlights Private Half Day Tour: $371
- From Madrid: Segovia Tour with Cathedral and Alcazar Entry: $42
- Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $8.48
- Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $16
- Half Day Segovia City with Ticket Cathedral of Segovia Audio Tour: $20
- Madrid: Private 12-Hour Tour to Ávila and Segovia: $749
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Avila with official tour guide: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySegovia €24Playa de las Americas €8.57
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Segovia and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Segovia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Segovia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Segovia 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Segovia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Segovia Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Segovia or Playa de las Americas?
Segovia has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Segovia and Playa de las Americas, 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.