Which place is cheaper, Lugo or Seville?
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 Seville or Lugo?
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 Seville and Lugo. 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: Seville or Lugo?
Seville
The capital city of Andalucia, Seville is both the cultural and financial hub of southern Spain. It's also a popular tourist destination. The city has over 700,000 residents and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it the fourth largest city in the country. It is cut in half by the Guadalquivir River, with the two halves referred to as Sevilla and Triana. Seville has continued to grow in popularity as a tourist destination since the 19th century when it was included as a stop on the Romantic "Grand Tour" of Europe. In 1992 Seville hosted the International Exposition which led to the construction of a new airport, train station, as well as other infrastructural improvements. Today Seville remains very popular with tourists for its many festivals, interesting attractions, great restaurants and nightlife scene.
Lugo
Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySeville €151Lugo €123
The average daily cost (per person) in Seville is €151, while the average daily cost in Lugo is €123. 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 Seville and Lugo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeville €58Lugo €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeville €116Lugo €100
Compare Hotels in Seville and Lugo
Looking for a hotel in Seville or Lugo? 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: Seville Hotel Prices and Lugo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seville €18Lugo €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seville
Also for Seville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer Seville Airport SVQ to Seville by Sedan: $87
- Caminito del Rey from Seville with Semi-private Transfer: $208
- One-way transfer by minivan from Seville Airport to hotel in Seville Center: $111
- One-way transfer by sedan from Seville Airport to hotel in Seville Center: $65
- Private IN/OUT transfer from/to Seville city from/to Seville airport: $57
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport (SVQ) to Cadiz Cruise Port: $202
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport or Seville Hotels: $53
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport(SVQ) to Seville Cruise Port: $125
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Malaga City Hotels: $283
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Seville Airport(SVQ): $125
- Private Vip Transfer from Malaga Airport to Sevilla: $186
- Seville Airport (SVQ) to Malaga Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $280
Is it cheaper to fly into Seville or Lugo?
Prices for flights to both Lugo and Seville 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 daySeville €64Lugo €60
Typical Food Prices in Seville
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Seville:
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Lunch€9.50
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Ice Cream€2.30
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Jamon (Dry Cured Ham)€12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seville
For Seville, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Flamenco Night in Seville - Dinner & Drinks: $33
- Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas: $58
- Oriental dinner with a view of the Giralda: $62
- Sangria Tasting & Paella Showcooking Experience: $71
- Seville Morning Food Tour From Market to Table: $71
- Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $77
- Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions: $82
- Guadalquivir River Cruise with Lunch or Dinner: $82
- Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour in Sevilla: $89
- Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Churros and over 10 Tasty Local Dishes: $96
- Seville Flamenco Show with Dinner and Flamenco Costume Museum: $102
- Flamenco Show and Dinner in Seville: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Seville €29Lugo €13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seville
For Seville, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance to Cathedral€8.00
Tours and Activities in Seville
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Seville.
- Rooftop Sunset Wine Experience: $3.55
- Monumental Economic tour with booking fee Seville: $8.30
- Essential Seville's Ancient History: An Audio Tour: $8.99
- Seville Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.48
- Seville Revealed: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Walking Tour Through Seville’s Golden Age: $9.99
- Olive Oil Tasting Experience in Sevilla: $12
- Walking Tour of Sevilla's Historic Sites: $12
- Seville City Walking Tour (Tip Based): $12
- Guided tour of the Monastery of San Isidoro del Campo: $14
- Sevilla Joven : fun and interactive tour of the historic case: $14
- Seville in 1 day: guided tour of Cathedral, Alcazar and Jewish Quarter: $14
Tours and Activities in Lugo
Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cathedrals Beach and Private Tour from Santiago to Northern Galicia: $1,357
- From Santiago: 5-Day Tour of Galicia: $251
- From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour: $71
- Guided tour of Lugo Cathedral: $14
- Cathedral of Santa Maria Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $9.14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeville €10Lugo €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Seville
Also in Seville, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Flamenco show with wine tasting and tapas at Bodega La Jara: $53
- Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier: $58
- Wine Tasting in the Center of Seville with Pairing: $89
- Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour in Sevilla Spain: $106
- From Wine Tourism Half Day Tour: $113
- Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Seville Small Groups and Jewish Quarter: $172
- Private wine tasting meals at Seville's oldest tavern: $184
- The Ultimate Seville Wine Tour with Food: $189
- Jerez Winery Tour and wine tasting: $261
- Wine tourism, visit to a traditional winery and wine tasting: $261
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seville and Lugo, we can see that Seville is more expensive. And not only is Lugo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lugo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lugo 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 Seville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seville than you might in Lugo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seville Expensive? and Is Lugo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seville or Lugo?
Seville has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Lugo. When comparing the sizes of Seville and Lugo, 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.
When is the best time to visit Seville or Lugo?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Seville or Lugo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Seville as well as Lugo. Many visitors come to Seville in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Seville is a little warmer than Lugo in the summer. The daily temperature in Seville averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Lugo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lugo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seville this time of the year. In the summer, Seville often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Seville gets 360 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun.
Seville usually gets less rain in July than Lugo. Seville gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySeville 27°C (81°F)Lugo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Seville or Lugo in the Autumn?
Both Lugo and Seville are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Seville for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Seville is a little warmer than Lugo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seville in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Lugo averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seville. Seville usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during autumn. Seville gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lugo. In October, Seville usually receives less rain than Lugo. Seville gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSeville 20°C (67°F)Lugo 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Seville or Lugo in the Winter?
Both Lugo and Seville during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Seville because of the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
In January, Seville is generally around the same temperature as Lugo. Daily temperatures in Seville average around 11°C (51°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Seville often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Seville gets 173 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun.
Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Seville usually gets less rain in January than Lugo. Seville gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySeville 11°C (51°F)Lugo 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Seville or Lugo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Seville and Lugo. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Seville this time of year.
Seville is a little warmer than Lugo in the spring. The daily temperature in Seville averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Lugo fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Seville, it's very sunny this time of the year. Seville usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during spring. Seville gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Seville usually receives less rain than Lugo. Seville gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSeville 16°C (61°F)Lugo 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Lugo and Seville
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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