Which place is cheaper, Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife. 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
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.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Not everyone traveling to Spain is looking to collapse on a beach somewhere. If you're in search of a bustling, vibrant and colorful Spanish capital city without the crowds of Barcelona, you might want to book a few days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Located on the eastern tip of the island of Tenerife on the Canary Island chain, Santa Cruz's bright buildings, charming shops and rich, green scenery are there to greet visitors from all over the world - including you.
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 €151Santa Cruz de Tenerife €155
The average daily cost (per person) in Seville is €151, while the average daily cost in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €155. 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSeville €58Santa Cruz de Tenerife €48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSeville €116Santa Cruz de Tenerife €96
Compare Hotels in Seville and Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Looking for a hotel in Seville or Santa Cruz de Tenerife? 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Seville €18Santa Cruz de Tenerife €64
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
- One-way transfer by minivan from Seville Airport to hotel in Seville Center: $110
- One-way transfer by sedan from Seville Airport to hotel in Seville Center: $64
- Private Transfer Seville Airport Train Station and City: $53
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport or Seville Hotels: $53
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport(SVQ) to Seville Cruise Port: $123
- Private Transfer from Seville City Hotels to Seville Cruise Port: $123
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Malaga Airport (AGP): $281
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Malaga City Hotels: $281
- Private Transfer from Seville Cruise Port to Seville Airport(SVQ): $123
- Private Transfer from Seville city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $200
- Private Vip Transfer from Malaga Airport to Sevilla: $186
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
- Tenerife: Anaga Guided Hike . El Pijaral. Transfer Included.: $119
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Seville or Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Prices for flights to both Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 €64Santa Cruz de Tenerife €68
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:
- Rooftop Paella Showcooking and Sangría: $43
- Paella Showcooking Experience: $43
- Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas: $58
- Oriental dinner with a view of the Giralda: $61
- Sangria Tasting & Paella Showcooking Experience: $65
- Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $76
- Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions: $81
- Guadalquivir River Cruise with Lunch or Dinner: $81
- Evening Spanish Cooking Class — Paella, Tapas & Sangría: $82
- Paella & Tapas Cooking Class + Triana Market Tour: $88
- Flamenco Show and Dinner in Seville: $106
- Authentic Seville Cooking Class & Market Tour with Chef Marice: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Seville €29Santa Cruz de Tenerife €25
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.
- FREE City Tour + option Alcázar & Cathedral with tickets: $3.51
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Seville with Audio Guide: $5.87
- Skip the Line: Museo del Baile Flamenco Admission Ticket: $7.05
- Seville Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $8.22
- Cultural Walking Tour of Seville Monumental: $9.38
- Seville Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.38
- Sevilla Rooftop Wine Experience: $9.39
- Seville’s Plaza de España: A Self-Guided Tour: $9.99
- Seville Revealed: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Seville Walking Tour with Audio Guide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Essential Seville's Ancient History: An Audio Tour: $12
- Rooftop Sunset Wine Experience: $14
Tours and Activities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Here are a few actual costs in Santa Cruz de Tenerife for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cabrio Bus Full Day Guided Tour of Teide (SOUTH ONLY): $88
- Full Day Tour of Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal de La Laguna: $65
- Guided Tour to Teide National Park in Tenerife: $65
- La Gomera Full Day Tour from Tenerife with ferry and lunch: $123
- Motorcycle Tour Through Anaga & the Enchanted Forest: $223
- Private Paragliding Flight Experience in Tenerife: $118
- Taucho Flight Experience: $114
- Siam Park Tenerife Quick Entry Tickets: $71
- Tenerife: Anaga and La Laguna VIP Tour: $320
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySeville €10Santa Cruz de Tenerife €7.50
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: $20
- Seville Local Sparkling Wine Tasting: $29
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour Sevilla: $53
- Wine Tasting in the Center of Seville with Pairing: $88
- Seville Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour: $100
- From Wine Tourism Half Day Tour: $112
- Private wine tasting meals at Seville's oldest tavern: $182
- Seville Private Tapas & Wine Tasting Rooftop Experience: $221
When comparing the travel costs between Seville and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, we can see that Santa Cruz de Tenerife is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seville Expensive? and Is Santa Cruz de Tenerife Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Seville or Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Seville has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. When comparing the sizes of Seville and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 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.