Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Valencia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Valencia or Grand Cayman?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Grand Cayman, 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 Grand Cayman?
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.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayValencia €123Grand Cayman €200
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €123, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is €200. 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 Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Grand Cayman €139
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Grand Cayman €278
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Valencia or Grand Cayman? 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 and Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valencia €18Grand Cayman €29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Roundtrip Transfer to Tabarca Island: $48
- Private transfer from Valencia Airport to Alicante: $202
- One-Way Boat Transfer to/from Port Saplaya: $13
- Valencia to Valencia Airport (VLC) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Valencia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Valencia hotels: $121
- Valencia Cruise Port to Valencia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Valencia Airport (VLC): Transfer to Valencia Cruise Port: $240
- Valencia Airport (VLC): Private Transfer to Valencia: $121
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $59
- Valencia Airport (VLC) Departure Transfer (Valencia Hotels to Valencia Airport): $83
- Valencia Airport (VLC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Valencia Hotel or Address): $83
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Valencia HTL-APT (VLC): $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman 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 €40Grand Cayman €36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Flamenco at Toro y La Luna with Drinks or Dinner: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Entrance with Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Traditional Spanish Home Dinner: $48
- Valencia Traditional Food Tour: $51
- Guided Food Tour with Chocolate Tasting Experience: $54
- Street Food Tour including Paella & Tapas Tasting: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience near the center of Valencia: $59
- Morning Food Tour with Central Market Visit: $64
- Cooking Class of traditional spanish food: $65
- Vegetable Paella cooking class, tapas and visit market: $66
- Valencian Paella cooking class, Tapas and Market Visit: $66
- Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Grand Cayman €38
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:
- 2 Hour Private Bike Tour in Valencia: $27
- 3 Hours Valencia City Bike Tour with a Tasty Surprise: $35
- 3hs-Hour Guided City Sightseeing and Beaches Bike Private Tour: $38
- A day tour in Montanejos hot springs.: $97
- Adventure Jetski: $156
- Adventures day: Thermal Springs and Waterfalls: $104
- Albufera Natural Park Tour with Boat Ride from Valencia : $64
- Alicante: 8-hour cruise to Tabarca Island by private boat: $1,076
- Anna: amazing water canyoning experience: $96
- Authentic Tapas Tour Through Valencia City Center: $74
- Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $7.99
- Bike Grand Valencia Group Tour: $38
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Reagan’s Honey Beekeeping Adventure: $67
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Grand Cayman €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Free Shots: $13
- Pub Crawl Tour in the Old town of Valencia: $17
- Pub Crawl With Free Shots: $25
- Wine Tasting with Professional Sommelier in centre Valencia: $59
- From Guided Cheese Factory Tour with Wine Tasting: $91
- Local Tapas & Wine tasting experience: $91
- Wine Tasting and Tapas Experience: $102
- Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $108
- From Requena Wine Tour with Tastings: $124
- Small Group - Half-Day Wine Tour: $126
- Two wineries tour with wine tasting : $131
- Christmas Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $164
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer€4.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Valencia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Valencia is in Europe and Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valencia or Grand Cayman?
Valencia has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Valencia and Grand Cayman, 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.
When is the best time to visit Valencia or Grand Cayman?
Valencia has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Valencia or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Valencia as well as Grand Cayman. Many travelers come to Valencia for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
In the summer, Valencia is cooler than Grand Cayman. Typically, the summer temperatures in Valencia in July average around 25°C (76°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. Valencia usually gets less rain in July than Grand Cayman. Valencia gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyValencia 25°C (76°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
Both Grand Cayman and Valencia are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Valencia in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Valencia is generally cooler than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 19°C (66°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. In October, Valencia usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Valencia gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberValencia 19°C (66°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
Both Grand Cayman and Valencia during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Valencia for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
Valencia is much colder than Grand Cayman in the winter. The daily temperature in Valencia averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Valencia usually gets less rain in January than Grand Cayman. Valencia gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryValencia 12°C (53°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Valencia and Grand Cayman. The spring months attract visitors to Valencia because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Valencia is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the spring temperatures in Valencia in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In April, Valencia usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Valencia gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilValencia 15°C (60°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Valencia
| Valencia | Grand Cayman | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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