Which place is cheaper, Segovia or Toledo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Toledo or Segovia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Segovia, 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 Segovia?
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!
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
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 €123Segovia €145
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €123, while the average daily cost in Segovia is €145. 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 Segovia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Segovia €75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Segovia €150
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Segovia
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Segovia? 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 Segovia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Segovia €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer: $24
- Madrid: Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer & Optional Ticket: $36
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to MAD Airport by MiniVan: $176
- Madrid: Private Airport Transfer to Toledo: $180
- Hot Air Balloon over Toledo with optional transfers from Madrid : $234
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $209
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Segovia?
Prices for flights to both Segovia 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 €39Segovia €48
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 €30Segovia €34
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Toledo Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $4.28
- City of the Three Cultures Guided Walking Tour: $5.35
- Hospital de Tavera Entrance Ticket: $5.35
- Escape Game and Tour: $5.35
- Auidio Tour - Toledo - Monuments of the 3 cultures: $6.41
- Toledo Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- English Tour - Toledo Complete + Visit Casa Palacio: $8.56
- Underground Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $8.56
- Tour of the Inquisition and Witchcraft in Toledo: $8.56
- The Enchanted City: A Mysterious Tour of Toledo: $8.56
- Legends and Secrets Walking Tour in Spanish: $11
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
- Ávila Walking Tour: $163
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Segovia: $17
- City Sightseeing Segovia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
- City on the Rock: Segovia Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour: $15
- From Madrid: Segovia Highlights Private Half Day Tour: $371
- From Madrid: Segovia Tour with Cathedral and Alcazar Entry: $42
- Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $8.45
- Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $16
- Half Day Segovia City with Ticket Cathedral of Segovia Audio Tour: $20
- Madrid: Private 12-Hour Tour to Ávila and Segovia: $749
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Avila with official tour guide: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Segovia €24
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 Segovia, we can see that Segovia 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 Segovia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Segovia 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 Segovia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Segovia?
Toledo has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Segovia. When comparing the sizes of Toledo and Segovia, 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.