Which place is cheaper, Andalusia or Valencia?
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 Valencia or Andalusia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Andalusia, 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: Valencia or Andalusia?
Valencia
Valencia is a port city that sits on Spain's southeastern Orange Blossom coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. As the nation's third-largest city, it is continually innovative in the arts and sciences with some futuristic architecture including a planetarium, oceanarium, and an interactive museum. The nightlife and daytime culture both thrive in their own ways, bustling with limitless opportunities for sight-seeing and entertainment. While the city is surrounded by fertile farmland, its center is a modern metropolis, skirted by beautiful beaches.
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Valencia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayValencia €153Andalusia €653
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €153, while the average daily cost in Andalusia is €653. 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 Valencia and Andalusia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Andalusia €346
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Andalusia €692
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Andalusia
Looking for a hotel in Valencia or Andalusia? 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: Valencia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valencia €18Andalusia €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Valencia to Valencia Airport (VLC) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Valencia hotels to Valencia Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Valencia Cruise Port to Valencia Airport (VLC) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $110
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $110
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Private Valencia Transfer: Central Valencia to Cruise Port or Valencia Airport: $72
- Private Transfer: Valencia to Valencia Airport VLC in Luxury Van: $95
- Private Transfer: Valencia to VLC Airport in Business Car: $85
- Private Transfer: VLC Airport to Valencia in Business Car: $90
- Private Transfer from Valencia Port to Valencia Airport (VLC): $55
- Private Transfer from Callosa d'en Sarria to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $210
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Malaga Airport AGP to Malaga by Luxury Van: $68
- Airport Transfer: Malaga Airport AGP to Marbella by Luxury Van: $212
- Airport Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Business Car: $62
- Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata: $73
- Arrival Transfer: Malaga Airport AGP to Malaga by Business Car: $56
- Cordoba and its Mosque from Granada with Semiprivate Transfer: $252
- Cordoba and its Mosque from Málaga with Private Transfer: $275
- Cordoba: Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $138
- Departure Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Business Car: $56
- Departure Transfer: Malaga to Malaga Airport AGP by Luxury Van: $63
- Granada Airport to Granada City Private Arrival Transfer: $47
- Granada Private Transfer from the city centre to Granada Airport: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Andalusia?
Prices for flights to both Andalusia and Valencia 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 dayValencia €70Andalusia €221
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Dinner with flamenco in Valencia: $63
- Valencia Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $67
- Make Valencian 'Pizza' in Ruzafa: $69
- Valencia Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $74
- Live the Valencian Experience Cooking Your Own Paella: $74
- Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop: $74
- Paella cooking class: Sangria workshop, Tapas & Wine – evening: $74
- Paella cooking class - Local Market tour, Tapas & Wine: $74
- Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class: $79
- Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia: $80
- Tapas Dinner and Flamenco Show in Valencia: $112
- PRIVATE Valencia Paella & Tapas Cooking Class in Chef Jose’s Home: $115
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Flamenco Night in Seville - Dinner & Drinks: $40
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $43
- Dinner on a terrace in the Albayzin and a live flamenco show: $62
- Malaga Market Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks, and Local Flavors: $63
- Seville Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $63
- Triana Market Food Tour - Jamón, Cheese & Sherry Wine Tastings: $69
- The Granada Market and Tapas Food Tour: $71
- Flamenco and Andalusian Dinner Show in the Caves of Granada: $74
- Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions: $79
- Seville Ultimate Food Tour: $79
- Malaga Tapas Cooking Class: $80
- Paella Cooking Class in Malaga: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Andalusia €44
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valencia
Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Flamenco Tour€16
Tours and Activities in Valencia
Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour Segway Adventure: Medieval Valencia & Gardens: $51
- 1-Hour Segway Tour in Valencia + Full-Day Bike Rental: $46
- 3-Hour Private Dream Picnic Experience in Valencia: $51
- A day in the life of Valencia - Private tour with a local: $244
- Adventure Paddle: $40
- Adventures day: Thermal Springs, Waterfalls, private guesthouse: $102
- Albufera Natural Park Tour from Boat Ride & Local Guide: $68
- Bike & Boat Tour in Albufera, Nature and Culture: $69
- Cabecera Park Private Segway Tour: $57
- Chulilla Canyon Adventure and Hanging Bridges Hike: $143
- Chulilla Canyon Trail - private full day tour: $183
- City of Arts and Sciences Bike Tour: $51
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Granada: A Self-Guided Tour: $1.12
- Sevilla Hidden Paths: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $1.12
- Alcazaba to Picasso: Málaga’s Best in a Self-Guided Tour: $1.12
- The tour that Nobody tells you The Darkest Mysteries of Granada: $3.42
- Seville Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.42
- Malaga Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.42
- Tour of Almería Explore Andalusia's Hidden Gem: $3.42
- Picasso's Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.58
- Picasso's Puzzle Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $4.85
- Cádiz Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.03
- Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.03
- Legends of Cádiz: Self-Guided History Puzzle Adventure: $5.14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Andalusia €54
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Tour in Valencia: $18
- Pub Crawl Bars, Free Shots & Club Entry: $19
- Wine Tasting Experience in Valencia’s Old Town: $45
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $51
- Private premium wine tasting with snacks in Valencia's old town: $68
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Professional Sommelier in Valencia City Center: $71
- Valencia Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting, Cava and Snacks: $79
- Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine Tasting in 13th Century Cellar: $79
- Ruzafa Food and Wine Tour: Local Tapas and Drinks: $97
- Requena Sunset Winery Tour Wine Tasting and Local Bites: $125
- Valencia Old Town Tour and Valencian Wine Tasting Tour: $125
- Valencia Benimaclet Tour with Gourmet Conservas and Wine Tasting: $145
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
- Dynamic Córdoba Wine Tasting: $21
- Cordoba Patios & Wine Tasting: $23
- Visit the Oldest Winery of Malaga and Wine Tasting: $23
- Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting: $25
- Guided Winery Tour with Wine Tastings in Jerez: $25
- Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery: $25
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $27
- Seville Local Sparkling Wine Tasting: $29
- Visit to the Oldest Winery of Malaga and Wine Tasting: $31
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in English: $34
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in Spanish: $34
- Conrad Guided Cellar Tour and wine tasting in Ronda: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Andalusia, we can see that Andalusia is more expensive. And not only is Valencia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valencia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valencia 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 Andalusia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Andalusia than you might in Valencia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Valencia Expensive? and Is Andalusia Expensive?.
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