Which place is cheaper, Segovia or Valletta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Valletta or Segovia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Valletta and Segovia can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Valletta or Segovia?
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Malta, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta, 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 dayValletta €116Segovia €145
The average daily cost (per person) in Valletta is €116, while the average daily cost in Segovia is €145. 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 Valletta and Segovia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValletta €65Segovia €75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValletta €130Segovia €150
Compare Hotels in Valletta and Segovia
Looking for a hotel in Valletta or Segovia? 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: Valletta Hotel Prices and Segovia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valletta €24Segovia €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malta Airport Transfers: $11
- Private Transfer from Malta Airport (MLA) to Valletta Cruise Port: $14
- Private Transfer from Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Airport (MLA): $14
- Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Intl Airport (MLA) - Departure Private Transfer : $14
- Malta Intl Airport (MLA) to Valletta Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $28
- Private Transfer: Valletta to Malta International Airport (MLA): $31
- Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta: $31
- Malta Airport Transfers : $38
- Afternoon Harbours Cruise with Guide and Roundtrip Transfers: $39
- The Three Fortified Cities of Malta Half Day Tour Incl. Boat Trip and Transfers: $39
- Malta Private Airport Transfer - Arrival: $44
- Departure Transfer: Malta Island to Malta Airport MLA by Van: $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $209
Is it cheaper to fly into Valletta or Segovia?
Prices for flights to both Segovia and Valletta 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 dayValletta €32Segovia €48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local: $46
- Valletta Food Tour: $49
- Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers: $67
- Maltese Traditional Dinner and Folklore Show with Transfers: $71
- Fireworks Festival Cruise Including Dinner, Drinks and Transport: $76
- The Ultimate Valletta Evening Food Tour: $80
- Fernandes Sunset Cruise including Dinner with Open Bar: $80
- Christmas Tour in Gozo (afternoon) inc. Dinner: $86
- Blue Lagoon & Sunset Quad Tour in Gozo/Dinner: $91
- From Blue Lagoon and Gozo Tour w/Quads and Dinner: $118
- The Valletta Food Tour Experience, a private tour: $150
- Private Valletta Food Tour: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valletta €27Segovia €34
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.42
- 30-Minute Mdina Experience Audio-Visual Show Ticket (Open Ticket): $6.55
- Reliving The Sacra Infermeria Augmented Reality Tour: $6.55
- The Knights of Malta Museum Entry Ticket: $7.10
- Valletta Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.10
- City Nobles App Tour + Malta5D Entry (optional): $7.49
- Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour (Audio Guide): $7.49
- City Nobles App Tour + Optional Malta 5D Show Ticket: $7.64
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $8.02
- Self-Guided Audio Tour, Map and Directions: $8.56
- Entry Ticket for The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens : $9.83
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
- Ávila Walking Tour: $163
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Segovia: $17
- City Sightseeing Segovia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
- City on the Rock: Segovia Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour: $15
- From Madrid: Segovia Highlights Private Half Day Tour: $371
- From Madrid: Segovia Tour with Cathedral and Alcazar Entry: $42
- Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $8.48
- Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $16
- Half Day Segovia City with Ticket Cathedral of Segovia Audio Tour: $20
- Madrid: Private 12-Hour Tour to Ávila and Segovia: $749
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Avila with official tour guide: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValletta €16Segovia €24
Sample the Local Flavors in Valletta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Valletta:
- Valletta Pub Crawl: $22
- Malta Pub Crawl: $22
- The Brewery Experience & beer tasting including transport: $35
- The Brewery Experience Self-Guided Tour with Tasting & Transport: $35
- Malta: The Three Cities and Wine Tasting Tour: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valletta and Segovia, we can see that Segovia is more expensive. And not only is Valletta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valletta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valletta 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 Segovia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Segovia than you might in Valletta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Valletta Expensive? and Is Segovia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valletta or Segovia?
Segovia has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Valletta. When comparing the sizes of Valletta and Segovia, 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.