Should you visit Valencia or Cannes?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Cannes, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
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.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
Which city is cheaper, Cannes or Valencia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €98, while the average daily cost in Cannes is €110. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Valencia and Cannes in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Valencia is about €92 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Cannes's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €120. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €60.
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Valencia is €14 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €13 per day to get around in Cannes.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Valencia
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Valencia:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
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Private Airport Transfer: from Valencia to Valencia Airport (VLC):
$23
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Private Airport Transfer: from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia:
$23
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Transfer in Taxi From Valencia Old City to VLC Airport:
$24
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Valencia to Valencia Airport (VLC) - Departure Private Van Transfer:
$26
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Private Arrival Transfer from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia City Center:
$26
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Private Departure Transfer from Valencia City Center to Valencia Airport (VLC):
$26
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Valencia Private Arrival Transfer from Train Station to the City:
$32
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Valencia private departure transfer (CITY-TRAIN STATION):
$32
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Transfer Valencia Airport to downtown:
$36
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Private Transfer From/To Valencia Airport:
$39
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Low cost airport transfer Valencia:
$40
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Valencia to Valencia Airport (VLC) - Departure Private Car Transfer:
$40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
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Cannes Private Transfer from Cannes city centre to Nice Airport:
$146
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Departure Private Transfers from Cannes to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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French Riviera: Half-Day Private Tour and Transfer:
$397
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Nice Airport Private Departure Transfer from Cannes, Monaco or Eze:
$55
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Car:
$157
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van:
$124
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Business Car:
$98
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Car:
$140
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Van:
$114
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Private Airport Transfer: Cannes to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE):
$59
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Private Departure Transfer from Cannes to Nice Airport:
$55
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Cannes?
Prices for flights to both Cannes 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
On average, meal and food prices in Valencia cost around €32 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €13.
On average, meal and food prices in Cannes cost around €36 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €14.
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Food
Meals for one day
Valencia €32
Cannes €36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
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Traveling Spoon Spanish Tapas Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Traveling Spoon Sangria and Tapa Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería:
$63
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Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class in a Traditional Farmhouse:
$84
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Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals:
$84
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Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class:
$85
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Traditional Paella Cooking Class in Valencia:
$98
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Tapas Dinner and Flamenco Show in Valencia:
$100
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Valencia City Centre Food Tour:
$112
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Valencia Sunset Cruise with Dinner at the Beach:
$132
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Panoramic City Tour of Valencia with Paella Cooking Class:
$156
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Paella Cooking Class and Valencia Historical Walking Tour:
$168
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cannes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cannes.
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Summer Fireworks and Dinner Catamaran Cruise from Cannes:
$135
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Small-Group Evening Tour and Dinner in Monte Carlo from Cannes:
$223
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Unforgettable night photos of the French Riviera and dinner in Monaco:
$622
Entertainment
Valencia's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €23 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €24 per person, per day in Cannes. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Typical Entertainment prices in Valencia
Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Valencia
Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Skip the Line: Valencia Silk Museum Ticket Entrance:
$7.46
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San Nicolas de Bari Church Entrance Ticket:
$7.96
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Principe Felipe Science Museum Entry Ticket:
$9.13
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360 Virtual tour of Ancient Valencia:
$14
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Valencia Family Tour:
$14
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Guided Family Walking Tour:
$15
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Online tour, discover Valencia from your home:
$15
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Valencia Street Art Walking Tour:
$15
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Modernism Walking Tour of Valencia:
$15
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Essentials and World Heritages Sites Walking Tour:
$17
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Fallas Tour:
$17
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24, 48, or 72-Hour Valencia Tourist Card:
$17
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
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Round-Trip Ferry Ticket: Cannes to Ste. Marguerite Island:
$19
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Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Cruise to Corniche d'Or:
$44
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4-Hour Boat and Snorkeling Tour:
$44
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Photographic tour of Cannes with a Local:
$46
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French Riviera Tour: Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul de Vence:
$51
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Nice: Small-Group City Sightseeing Tour:
$53
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Combo Ile Sainte-Marguerite Ferry & Corniche d'Or Cruise from Cannes:
$54
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Sunset cruise / Cannes Lerins Islands:
$55
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Guided Tour in History, Glamour & Cinema:
$62
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Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Cannes with Optional Lunch:
$62
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Cannes 2.5-Hour E-bike Tour:
$67
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Valencia may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €16 per day on alcoholic beverages.
The average person spends about €14 on alcoholic beverages in Cannes per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Pub Crawl:
$17
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Surprise Winery Visit with Wine Tasting:
$40
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Walking Tour in Valencia and wine tasting:
$42
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Private wine tasting with snacks in the historic centre of Valencia:
$66
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Wine Tasting and Tapas Tour:
$80
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Valencia Wine Tasting Tour and Tapas:
$87
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Valencia City of Arts & Sciences Tour with Rooftop Wine Tasting and Tapas:
$106
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Valencia Wine Tour Wineries in Utiel Requena:
$137
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Valencia Wine Tour with Tasting and Lunch:
$173
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Private Wine Tour with Wine Tasting and Full Lunch:
$180
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Utiel Requena Day Trip - Ecologic Olive Oil And Wine Tasting:
$187
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Utiel Requena Day Trip - Ecologic Olive Oil And Wine Tasting - PRIVATE TOUR:
$267
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
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Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting:
$132
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Provence Wine Tour - Private Day Tour from Cannes:
$342
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Private Day Trip: Wine Tasting Tour Including Pinic Lunch From Cannes:
$559
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5-Hour Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze, Nice, Wine Tasting:
$658
When comparing the travel costs between Valencia and Cannes, we can see that Cannes is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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