Which place is cheaper, Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca?
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 Playa Blanca. 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 Playa Blanca?
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.
Playa Blanca
Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.
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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Seville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySeville €151Playa Blanca €188
The average daily cost (per person) in Seville is €151, while the average daily cost in Playa Blanca is €188. 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 Playa Blanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeville €58Playa Blanca €81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeville €116Playa Blanca €162
Compare Hotels in Seville and Playa Blanca
Looking for a hotel in Seville or Playa Blanca? 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 Playa Blanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seville €18Playa Blanca €49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seville
Also for Seville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Seville to Malaga: $446
- Transfer from Seville to Cadiz: $294
- Transfer Algarve/ Seville city center or for Airport Private: $452
- Transfer to Seville Airport: $59
- Transfer to Santa Justa Train Station: $41
- Transfer to Málaga with visit to Ronda: $386
- Private Transfer to Lisbon: $763
- Private One-Way Transfer from Seville to Ronda: $305
- Private Airport Transfer (To/From City Centre): $117
- Private 1-Way Airport or Train Station Transfer: $56
- Bus Transfer Ticket between Airport and City Center: $8.05
- Seville/Granada: One Way Transfer Between the Two Cities: $470
Is it cheaper to fly into Seville or Playa Blanca?
Prices for flights to both Playa Blanca 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 €64Playa Blanca €77
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:
- Guadalquivir Boat Tour with Optional Lunch/Dinner: $29
- Flamenco at El Palacio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $38
- Flavors of Andalucía Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $41
- El Patio Sevillano Flamenco Show Ticket & Dinner: $47
- Paella-Cooking Experience with Sangria & Full Meal: $47
- Paella Showcooking Experience: $53
- The Seville Morning Food Tour: $68
- Seville Food Tour with Tapas & Drinks with a Local: $73
- Spanish Cooking Class with Dinner: $76
- Restaurant boat ride on the Guadalquivir River with lunch/dinner: $81
- 3.5-Hour Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour: $82
- Tastes, Tapas and Traditions Food Tour: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Seville €29Playa Blanca €20
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.
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Alcazar of Seville: $176
- 3-Hour Tapas Tour in Triana, Sevilla's Vibrant Neighborhood: $76
- Alcázar Guided Tour & Rooftop Tour: $257
- Alcázar of Seville Skip-the-Line Tickets and Guided Tour: $42
- Alcazar of Seville VIP Tour: $117
- Alhambra and Albaicín Full-Day Private Tour from Seville: $494
- Alma Trianera: A 120-minute sensory walking tour of Triana.: $42
- Ancient Rome in Exclusive Italica Guided Tour: $56
- Best of Private Walking Tour with Local: $93
- Bicycle tour of Seville: $35
- Bike Tour in Seville: $35
- Carmona and Necropolis Tour from Seville: $58
Tours and Activities in Playa Blanca
For Playa Blanca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Fuerteventura: Playa Blanca Minicruise to Papagayo: $73
- Lanzarote: Playa Blanca to Marina Rubicón Waterbus Ticket: $13
- Lanzarote: Snorkeling Tour: $65
- Lanzarote: Try Scuba Diving Experience: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeville €10Playa Blanca €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Seville
Also in Seville, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 3 Bars Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entrance & 3 Free Shots: $18
- Sherry Wine Tasting with Light Snacks: $29
- Seville Outdoor Walking Tour with Orange Wine Tasting: $35
- Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier: $55
- Tapas and Wine Tour with Rooftop Drink: $94
- Half-Day Wine Tour in Andalusia in small group: $112
- Jerez, Cadiz Wine Tasting with Optional Horse Show: $115
- From Tour of Jerez with Horse Show & Wine Tasting: $117
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seville and Playa Blanca, we can see that Playa Blanca is more expensive. And not only is Seville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Seville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Seville 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 Blanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa Blanca than you might in Seville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seville Expensive? and Is Playa Blanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seville or Playa Blanca?
Seville has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Seville and Playa Blanca, 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 Playa Blanca?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Seville or Playa Blanca in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Seville and Playa Blanca. Most visitors come to Seville for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Seville is a little warmer than Playa Blanca in the summer. The daily temperature in Seville averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Playa Blanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa Blanca this time of the year. In Seville, it's very sunny this time of the year. Seville usually receives more sunshine than Playa Blanca during summer. Seville gets 360 hours of sunny skies, while Playa Blanca receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Seville usually receives more rain than Playa Blanca. Seville gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySeville 27°C (81°F)Playa Blanca 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Seville or Playa Blanca in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Seville as well as Playa Blanca. The autumn months attract visitors to Seville because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Seville is cooler than Playa Blanca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seville in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Playa Blanca averages at about 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa Blanca. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seville this time of the year. In the autumn, Seville often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa Blanca. Seville gets 208 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa Blanca receives 224 hours of full sun.
Seville usually gets more rain in October than Playa Blanca. Seville gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSeville 20°C (67°F)Playa Blanca 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Seville or Playa Blanca in the Winter?
Both Playa Blanca and Seville are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Seville this time of year.
In January, Seville is generally much colder than Playa Blanca. Daily temperatures in Seville average around 11°C (51°F), and Playa Blanca fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa Blanca. Seville usually receives less sunshine than Playa Blanca during winter. Seville gets 173 hours of sunny skies, while Playa Blanca receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Seville usually receives more rain than Playa Blanca. Seville gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySeville 11°C (51°F)Playa Blanca 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Seville or Playa Blanca in the Spring?
Both Playa Blanca and Seville during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Seville for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Seville is cooler than Playa Blanca in the spring. The daily temperature in Seville averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Playa Blanca fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Playa Blanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Seville. In the spring, Seville often gets less sunshine than Playa Blanca. Seville gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa Blanca receives 250 hours of full sun.
Seville usually gets more rain in April than Playa Blanca. Seville gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Playa Blanca receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSeville 16°C (61°F)Playa Blanca 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Playa Blanca and Seville
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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