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

Should you visit Strasbourg or Playa de las Americas?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Strasbourg and Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Playa de las Americas?

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.

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 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, 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 Strasbourg and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Strasbourg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Strasbourg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg.

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

Which is Bigger, Strasbourg or Playa de las Americas?

Strasbourg has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?

Both Playa de las Americas and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Strasbourg is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Strasbourg in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).

It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Strasbourg. Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

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

Both Playa de las Americas and Strasbourg during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.

In October, Strasbourg is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 12°C (53°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

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

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Playa de las Americas. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Strasbourg. Strasbourg is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the winter. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

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

The spring brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Playa de las Americas. Many visitors come to Strasbourg in the spring for the natural beauty.

In the spring, Strasbourg is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Strasbourg in April average around 11°C (51°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 20°C (68°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the spring, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 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 Strasbourg