A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sibenik vs. Playa de las Americas for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sibenik 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 Sibenik 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: Sibenik or Playa de las Americas?

Sibenik

Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibenik and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Sibenik much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sibenik would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sibenik 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 Sibenik.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sibenik Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Sibenik or Playa de las Americas?

Sibenik has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Sibenik 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.

When is the best time to visit Sibenik or Playa de las Americas?

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 Sibenik or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sibenik and Playa de las Americas. Many travelers come to Sibenik for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Sibenik is around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sibenik in July average around 26°C (80°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Sibenik, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sibenik usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Sibenik gets 345 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Sibenik usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Sibenik as well as Playa de las Americas. Many visitors come to Sibenik in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Sibenik is generally cooler than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Sibenik average around 18°C (64°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sibenik this time of the year. In the autumn, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.

Sibenik usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?

Both Playa de las Americas and Sibenik are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Sibenik for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Sibenik is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the winter. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 8°C (47°F) in January, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

Sibenik usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Sibenik gets 128 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Sibenik usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?

Both Playa de las Americas and Sibenik during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Sibenik is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sibenik in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Sibenik. In the spring, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 212 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.

Sibenik usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Sibenik gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Sibenik