Which place is cheaper, Cantabria 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 Cantabria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Cantabria, 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 Cantabria?
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.
Cantabria
Occupying Spain's northern coast, the region of Cantabria is known for its mountains, cave paintings, and the capital city of Santander. Its diverse landscape allows for locals and visitors alike to hit the beach in the summer and go on mountain adventures in the winter. While these natural features alone are breathtaking, there is also much to say for Cantabria's quaint seaside towns, fresh cuisine, and rich history.
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 €153Cantabria €130
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €153, while the average daily cost in Cantabria is €130. 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 Cantabria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Cantabria €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Cantabria €108
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Cantabria
Looking for a hotel in Valencia or Cantabria? 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 €18Cantabria €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Arrival Transfer Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia City by Sedan: $42
- Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery: Tour, Transfers & Basilica: $44
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $191
- Private Transfer from Valencia Cruise Port to Valencia hotels: $57
- Private Transfer from Valencia Port to Valencia Airport (VLC): $57
- Private Transfer: Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia in Luxury Van: $98
- Private Valencia Transfer: Central Valencia to Cruise Port or Valencia Airport: $75
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Valencia (hotel OR airport pick-up): $74
- Transfer: Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia City Center: $30
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Valencia HTL-APT (VLC): $58
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia - Arrival Private Transfer: $57
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Cantabria?
Prices for flights to both Cantabria 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 €70Cantabria €60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Make Valencian 'Pizza' in Ruzafa: $71
- Authentic Paella Dinner in Valencia: $73
- Valencia Best Food Tour With A Local Guide: $75
- Valencia Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $76
- Live the Valencian Experience Cooking Your Own Paella: $77
- Valencia Morning Food Tour with Central Market by Food Lover Tour: $77
- Seafood Paella cooking class Sangria workshop & Local Market: $77
- Valencia Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $77
- Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop: $77
- Paella cooking class - Local Market tour, Tapas & Wine: $77
- Paella cooking class: Sangria workshop, Tapas & Wine – evening: $77
- Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Cantabria €20
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:
- Self-Guided Tours in Valencia with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.55
- Valencia Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $3.56
- TOP Valencia : Private guided tour with your mobile: $5.93
- Valencia Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio: $5.93
- Valencia Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $5.93
- Valencia Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $7.10
- Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $7.99
- Discover Valencia in a Self Guided Tour: $8.29
- Valencia Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.29
- Valencia Walking Tour with Audio Guide on your Smartphone: $14
- Valencia La Lonja de la Seda Tour with Fast Track Entry: $15
- Valencia Guided City Tour: $18
Tours and Activities in Cantabria
Here are a few actual costs in Cantabria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Barcena Mayor and Carmona Tour from Santander for Small Groups: $73
- Private Walking Tour of Altamira and Neocave Museum: $220
- Private Guided Walking Tour of Santillana del Mar: $220
- Playa de la Arnía: Private Tour of the UNESCO Costa Quebrada: $282
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Cantabria €12
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: $19
- Wine Tasting Experience in Valencia’s Old Town: $40
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $53
- Private premium wine tasting with snacks in Valencia's old town: $70
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting, Cava, and Snacks from Valencia: $82
- Ruzafa Evening Food and Wine Tour Tapas Drinks and Local Secrets: $101
- Valencia Benimaclet Tour with Gourmet Conservas and Wine Tasting: $151
- Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $165
- Two wineries tour with wine tasting: $166
- Christmas Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Cantabria, we can see that Valencia is more expensive. And not only is Cantabria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cantabria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cantabria 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 Valencia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valencia than you might in Cantabria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Valencia Expensive? and Is Cantabria Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Valencia or Cantabria?
Valencia has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Cantabria. When comparing the sizes of Valencia and Cantabria, 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.