Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Toledo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Toledo or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Playa de las Americas, 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 de las Americas?
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 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 Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToledo €123Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €123, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Playa de las Americas? 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 de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
- Hot Air Balloon over Toledo with optional transfers from Madrid : $234
- Madrid: Private Airport Transfer to Toledo: $180
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to MAD Airport by MiniVan: $176
- Madrid: Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer & Optional Ticket: $36
- From Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 €39Playa de las Americas €45
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 de las Americas €30
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Toledo Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $263
- Auidio Tour - Toledo - Monuments of the 3 cultures: $6.41
- Boat cruise with guide on board + Historical City Adventure Gift: $11
- City Sightseeing Toledo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
- English Tour - Toledo Complete + Visit Casa Palacio: $8.56
- Essence of Private Tour with a Local Archaeologist: $191
- Essential Toledo with monuments and optional Legends tour: $27
- From Madrid: Avila, Segovia & Toledo Private Tour: $812
- From Madrid: Toledo Cathedral & Jewish Quarter Half-Day Tour: $56
- Full-Day Private Toledo Tour from Madrid With Driver & Guide: $727
- Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez: $13
- Guided tour of the Toledo Cathedral (Input included): $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Playa de las Americas €8.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Toledo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toledo:
- From Madrid: Toledo Tour with Wine Tasting and 7 Monuments: $58
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toledo and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas 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 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 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 de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Playa de las Americas?
Toledo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Toledo 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.
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.