Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Vigo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vigo or Barcelona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vigo and Barcelona. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vigo or Barcelona?
Vigo
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
Barcelona
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVigo €99Barcelona €156
The average daily cost (per person) in Vigo is €99, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is €156. 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 Vigo and Barcelona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVigo €43Barcelona €96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVigo €86Barcelona €192
Compare Hotels in Vigo and Barcelona
Looking for a hotel in Vigo or Barcelona? 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: Vigo Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vigo €37Barcelona €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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10 Trip Metro Ticket€7.80
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Airport Bus€5.00
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Metro€2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:
- One-Way Shared Transfer to/from Airport and City: $9.84
- Roca Village Shopping Mall Transfers: $13
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona Center Port : $17
- Transfer departure Shuttle Barcelona City to Barcelona Port: $18
- Barcelona Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) Private Transfer: $25
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Barcelona Airport to La Pineda: $27
- Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $27
- Taxi - Cab - Private transfer from Barcelona City Centre to Barcelona airport: $28
- Barcelona Private Airport Arrival Transfer to City Cente: $29
- Private Transfer: El-Prat Airport (BCN) to Barcelona City Center: $31
- Book Barcelona City to Cruise Port Private Transfer: $31
- Barcelona Airport Departure Transfers: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Vigo or Barcelona?
Prices for flights to both Barcelona and Vigo 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 dayVigo €35Barcelona €33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162
Typical Food Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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Hot Cocoa & Churro€4.15
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Sandwich€1.70
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Baguette & Horchata€3.80
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Tapas on the beach€8.28
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Gelatto€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $21
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $21
- Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $27
- Walking Tour + Flamenco + Tapas Dinner (choose options): $27
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
- La Barceloneta: Tapas Food Tour: $37
- Barcelona La Barceloneta Tapas Food Tour: $38
- Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
- Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $56
- Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience & Wine: $59
- Paella Cooking Experience and Wine in Barcelona: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vigo €10Barcelona €33
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.09
- Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $1.09
- Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Vigo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - The Secrets of Pontevedra: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Squares of Pontevedra: $10
- Tui Cathedral Guided Tour: $13
- Abanca Balaídos Tour, RC Celta’s Stadium: $16
- Ticket/Photo-Theme Park and Retro Gamer Activity in Vigo: $17
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $17
- Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
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Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass€42
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Souvenir Gaudi Book€8.55
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Admission to Museo Picasso€6.00
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
- Self-Guided Tours 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $2.14
- History & Legends Comedy Tour: Barcelona Gothic Quarter: $2.94
- Gaudí Free Tour in English: $3.21
- Barcelona Free Tour: Gaudi Highlights and La Sagrada Famila: $3.21
- Alternative Free Tour of the Raval: $3.21
- Gothic Quarter Free Walking Tour in English: $3.21
- Gaudí Walking Tour: $3.21
- Sagrada Familia Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Barcelona Gothic Quarter: History&Legends Comedy Tour: $3.26
- Self-Guided Tours 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $3.26
- Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.27
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Free Tour: Stories, Secrets & Symbolism: $3.27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVigo €5.71Barcelona €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by King - Bar & Nightclub Hopping Tour: $14
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING - Nightlife Party Experience: $16
- Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $16
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $16
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: 4+ Venues, Free shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $22
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $23
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: $26
- Barcelona Weekend Pub Crawl with 1.5 hour open bar@Hostel: $27
- Catalan Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour & VIP Club Entry: $29
- Barcelona Art & Wine Tour: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vigo and Barcelona, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Barcelona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Barcelona than you might in Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vigo Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vigo or Barcelona?
Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Vigo. When comparing the sizes of Vigo and Barcelona, 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 Vigo or Barcelona?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Vigo or Barcelona in the Summer?
Both Barcelona and Vigo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Barcelona because of the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Vigo is generally around the same temperature as Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 21°C (70°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Barcelona. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Barcelona during summer. Vigo gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vigo usually receives more rain than Barcelona. Vigo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVigo 21°C (70°F)Barcelona 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Barcelona in the Autumn?
Both Barcelona and Vigo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Barcelona this time of year.
Vigo is around the same temperature as Barcelona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vigo averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Barcelona fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In the autumn, Vigo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Barcelona. Vigo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 181 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually gets more rain in October than Barcelona. Vigo gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVigo 17°C (62°F)Barcelona 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Barcelona in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vigo and Barcelona. Also, many travelers come to Barcelona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Vigo is a little warmer than Barcelona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vigo in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Barcelona averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Vigo usually receives less sunshine than Barcelona during winter. Vigo gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 146 hours of full sun in the winter.
Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Vigo usually receives more rain than Barcelona. Vigo gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVigo 10°C (50°F)Barcelona 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Barcelona in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vigo as well as Barcelona. Also, many visitors come to Barcelona in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In April, Vigo is generally around the same temperature as Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 13°C (56°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Barcelona. In the spring, Vigo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Barcelona. Vigo gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 204 hours of full sun.
Vigo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Vigo usually gets more rain in April than Barcelona. Vigo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVigo 13°C (56°F)Barcelona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Barcelona and Vigo
| Vigo | Barcelona | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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