Which place is cheaper, Playa Blanca or Toledo?
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 Toledo or Playa Blanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Playa Blanca, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Toledo or Playa Blanca?
Toledo
Set upon a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain lies the ancient city of Toledo. Its intricate architecture is only enriched by its profound historical background, spurring tourists from all over the world to gaze at and study the story of Toledo. It has been given many names throughout its history, including the "Imperial City" for being the main venue for Charles V, Holy Roman Empire, as well as the "City of the Three Cultures" for its historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims, and Jews. In 1986, UNESCO named Toledo a World Heritage Site due to the plethora of extensive cultural and monumental heritages. You will find that though an old city, it is just buzzing to life with things to do and places to see!
Playa Blanca
Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Toledo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToledo €152Playa Blanca €188
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €152, while the average daily cost in Playa Blanca is €188. 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 Toledo and Playa Blanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Playa Blanca €81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Playa Blanca €162
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Playa Blanca
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Playa Blanca? 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: Toledo Hotel Prices and Playa Blanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Playa Blanca €49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to MAD Airport by MiniVan: $204
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Playa Blanca?
Prices for flights to both Playa Blanca and Toledo 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 dayToledo €68Playa Blanca €77
Typical Food Prices in Toledo
For Toledo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch€11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toledo €30Playa Blanca €20
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hours Toledo Private Tour: $186
- City Sightseeing Toledo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
- English Tour Toledo Complete with Patio-Palace House ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: $12
- Essence of Private Tour with a Local Archaeologist: $240
- Guided English walking tour to the monuments of Toledo: $12
- Guided Tour of Underground Toledo: $15
- Guided Walking Tour of Toledo Cathedral. VIP EXPERIENCE: $64
- Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez: $14
- Guided tour of the Toledo Cathedral (Input no included): $11
- Highlights of Walking Tour & Cathedral. (Tour in English): $53
- Legends and Mysteries Night Tour with Underground: $11
- Night Tour of Aranjuez Mysteries and Legends: $14
Tours and Activities in Playa Blanca
For Playa Blanca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Fuerteventura: Playa Blanca Minicruise to Papagayo: $73
- Lanzarote: Playa Blanca to Marina Rubicón Waterbus Ticket: $13
- Lanzarote: Snorkeling Tour: $65
- Lanzarote: Try Scuba Diving Experience: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Playa Blanca €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Toledo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toledo:
- Convent Route with Marzipan and Wine Tasting: $21
- Convent Tour with Marzipan and Wine Tasting in Toledo: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toledo and Playa Blanca, we can see that Playa Blanca is more expensive. And not only is Toledo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Toledo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Toledo 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 Blanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa Blanca than you might in Toledo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toledo Expensive? and Is Playa Blanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Playa Blanca?
Toledo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Toledo and Playa Blanca, 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.