Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Vigo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vigo or Gijon?
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 Gijon. 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 Gijon?
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.
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
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 €99Gijon €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Vigo is €99, while the average daily cost in Gijon is €119. 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 Gijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVigo €43Gijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVigo €86Gijon €160
Compare Hotels in Vigo and Gijon
Looking for a hotel in Vigo or Gijon? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vigo €37Gijon €9.69
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Vigo or Gijon?
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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 €35Gijon €31
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 Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2€22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vigo €10Gijon €12
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
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVigo €5.71Gijon €14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vigo and Gijon, we can see that Gijon 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon 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 Gijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vigo or Gijon?
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Vigo and Gijon, 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 Gijon?
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 Gijon in the Summer?
Both Gijon and Vigo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Vigo is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vigo in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Gijon averages at about 19°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Gijon. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during summer. Vigo gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vigo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gijon. Vigo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVigo 21°C (70°F)Gijon 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Gijon in the Autumn?
Both Gijon and Vigo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Vigo is generally around the same temperature as Gijon. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 17°C (62°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Vigo often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Vigo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. Vigo usually gets more rain in October than Gijon. Vigo gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Gijon 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)Gijon 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Gijon in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vigo and Gijon.
Vigo is around the same temperature as Gijon in the winter. The daily temperature in Vigo averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Gijon fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Vigo usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during winter. Vigo gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
Gijon receives a lot of rain in the winter. Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Vigo usually receives more rain than Gijon. Vigo gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVigo 10°C (50°F)Gijon 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Vigo or Gijon in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vigo as well as Gijon.
In the spring, Vigo is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vigo in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Gijon averages at about 11°C (53°F).
In the spring, Vigo often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Vigo gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun.
Vigo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Vigo usually gets more rain in April than Gijon. Vigo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVigo 13°C (56°F)Gijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Gijon and Vigo
| Vigo | Gijon | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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.