Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen?
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 Puerto del Carmen. 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 Puerto del Carmen?
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.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
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 €151Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Seville is €151, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeville €58Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeville €116Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Seville and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Seville or Puerto del Carmen? 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 Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seville €18Puerto del Carmen €39
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 Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen 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 €64Puerto del Carmen €89
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 €29Puerto del Carmen €17
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 Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeville €10Puerto del Carmen €60
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 Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seville or Puerto del Carmen?
Seville has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Seville and Puerto del Carmen, 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.