Which place is cheaper, Asturias 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 Asturias?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Asturias, 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 Asturias?
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.
Asturias
Asturias is a region of Northwest Spain known for its rugged coastline, mountain landscapes, religious sites, and medieval architecture. While the natural landscapes answer the calling for outdoor adventures, the cities offer chances to experience the local history and culture. When it comes to sampling the best features of Asturias, there really is a little bit of everything.
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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayValencia €153Asturias €37,998
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €153, while the average daily cost in Asturias is €37,998. 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 Asturias in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Asturias €13,030
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Asturias €
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Compare Hotels in Valencia and Asturias
Looking for a hotel in Valencia or Asturias? 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 €18Asturias €4,074
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Arrival Private Transfer Valencia Port to Valencia City by Van: $48
- Arrival Transfer Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia City by Sedan: $42
- Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery: Tour, Transfers & Basilica: $45
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $189
- Private Transfer from Callosa d'en Sarria to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $202
- Private Transfer from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Port: $56
- Private Transfer from Valencia Port to Valencia Airport (VLC): $56
- Private Valencia Transfer: Central Valencia to Cruise Port or Valencia Airport: $74
- Transfer: Valencia City Center to Valencia Airport (VLC): $28
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $113
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asturias
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Asturias:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Asturias?
Prices for flights to both Asturias 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 €70Asturias €12,322
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: $65
- Make Valencian 'Pizza' in Ruzafa: $70
- Valencia Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $76
- Paella cooking class: Sangria workshop, Tapas & Wine – evening: $76
- Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop: $76
- Valencia Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $76
- Valencia Morning Food Tour with Central Market by Food Lover Tour: $76
- Live the Valencian Experience Cooking Your Own Paella: $76
- Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class: $81
- Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia: $82
- Spanish Tapas Cooking Class in Valencia (4- Course Meal): $144
- Fun Pasta-Making Cooking Class (Includes 4 Pasta Courses): $144
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Asturias €3,902
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:
- Discover Valencia in a Self Guided Tour: $1.15
- Valencia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.52
- Valencia Iconic Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.28
- TOP Valencia : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.87
- Valencia Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $5.97
- Valencia Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $8.21
- Myths and Truths Self Guided Walking Tour of Valencia: $8.99
- Valencia Monumental Tour: $9.39
- Medieval Valencia Small-Group Walking Tour with Local Guide: $14
- Port Saplaya Little Venice Self Guided Bicycle Tour: $18
- The Essentials of Valencia in a Guided Tour: $19
- Valencia Cathedral and Holy Grail Tour with Fast Track Entry: $23
Tours and Activities in Asturias
Here are a few actual costs in Asturias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Oviedo Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.29
- TOP Oviedo : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.88
- 1934 Revolution Tour: $12
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $12
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $12
- Oviedo Civil War Tour: $14
- Sidra Vda. de Angelón: Guided tour of a cider house with tasting: $15
- Premium Small Group Guided Tour to Monumental Oviedo: $29
- Cangas de Onís: Sella River Canoeing Adventure: $40
- Lakes of Covadonga, Onis Cangas and Ballasts Tour from Oviedo: $55
- From Oviedo: Tour to Picos de Europa and Potes: $65
- From Santiago: Tour to Lugo, Cathedral Beach and Asturias: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Asturias €2,245
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 Bars, Free Shots & Club Entry: $20
- Wine tasting with 3 Valencia wines in the Valencia Wine Control Council: $29
- Wine Tasting Experience in Valencia’s Old Town: $40
- Wine Tasting Experience in Valencia’s Old Town: $41
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $53
- Private premium wine tasting with snacks in Valencia's old town: $70
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Professional Sommelier in Valencia City Center: $73
- Valencia Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting, Cava and Snacks: $81
- Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $163
- Christmas Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $176
- Private Wine Tour with Wine Tasting and Full Lunch (day trip): $194
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Asturias, we can see that Asturias 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 Asturias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asturias 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 Asturias Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Valencia or Asturias?
Asturias has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of Valencia. When comparing the sizes of Valencia and Asturias, 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.