A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sibenik vs. Playa del Ingles for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sibenik or Playa del Ingles?

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 del Ingles. 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 del Ingles?

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 del Ingles

Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.

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 Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibenik and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles 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 del Ingles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa del Ingles 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 del Ingles Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Sibenik or Playa del Ingles?

Sibenik has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Playa del Ingles. When comparing the sizes of Sibenik and Playa del Ingles, 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 del Ingles?

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 del Ingles in the Summer?

Both Playa del Ingles and Sibenik are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Sibenik in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

Sibenik is a little warmer than Playa del Ingles in the summer. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 26°C (80°F) in July, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

It's quite sunny in Playa del Ingles. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sibenik. Sibenik usually receives more sunshine than Playa del Ingles during summer. Sibenik gets 345 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 293 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Sibenik usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa del Ingles in the Autumn?

Both Playa del Ingles and Sibenik during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Sibenik for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Sibenik is cooler than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sibenik in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In Playa del Ingles, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Sibenik. In the autumn, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 213 hours of full sun.

Sibenik usually gets more rain in October than Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa del Ingles in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sibenik and Playa del Ingles. The winter months attract visitors to Sibenik because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Sibenik is generally much colder than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Sibenik average around 8°C (47°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Sibenik usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during winter. Sibenik gets 128 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 187 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Sibenik usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Sibenik or Playa del Ingles in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Sibenik as well as Playa del Ingles. The beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sibenik this time of year.

Sibenik is cooler than Playa del Ingles in the spring. The daily temperature in Sibenik averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa del Ingles. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sibenik this time of the year. In the spring, Sibenik often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 212 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 225 hours of full sun.

Sibenik usually gets more rain in April than Playa del Ingles. Sibenik gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Playa del Ingles and Sibenik