A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Zagreb vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Zagreb or Costa Teguise?

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 Zagreb and Costa Teguise. 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: Zagreb or Costa Teguise?

Zagreb

Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Zagreb?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is $165. 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 Zagreb and Costa Teguise in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Zagreb $51
    Costa Teguise $90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Zagreb $102
    Costa Teguise $180
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Costa Teguise

Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Costa Teguise? 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.

Hotels in Zagreb


Hotels in Costa Teguise


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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: Zagreb Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Zagreb $9.69
    Costa Teguise $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:

  • private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,754
  • Private transfer from Zagreb to Vienna: $930
  • Private transfer from Zagreb to Budapest: $930
  • Transfer Zagreb - Split or Split - Zagreb: $760
  • Private Transfer Zagreb-Split: $741
  • Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice & Rastoke: $642
  • Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $603
  • Private transfer from Zagreb to Split or Split to Zagreb: $567
  • Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb with stop at Plitvice: $556
  • Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $534
  • Private Transfer Zagreb-Zadar: $528
  • Transfer Ljubljana - Zagreb: $452

Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Costa Teguise?

Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Zagreb 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Zagreb $18
    Costa Teguise $44

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.

  • Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
  • Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
  • Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
  • Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
  • PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
  • Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $952

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Zagreb $13
    Costa Teguise $32

Tours and Activities in Zagreb

Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Grand Zagreb Tour : $99
  • Zagreb History Walking Tour: $32
  • 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Zagreb City with Guide (up to 10): $153
  • 2-Hour Unveiling A Captivating History Tour: $107
  • 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,449
  • 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $115
  • All-Inclusive Day Tour Zagreb-Rastoke-Plitvice Lakes-Split: $1,068
  • Back to Yugoslavia Private City Tour in Old-Timer Yugo Car: $93
  • Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $176
  • Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $432
  • Best of ISTRIA: Amphitheater PULA + ROVINJ + HUM or POREČ - fully Private Tour: $262
  • Best of SLOVENIA - Bled + Postojna + Ljubljana - Day Tour from Zagreb: $224

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Zagreb $9.49
    Costa Teguise $9.95

Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb

Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
  • Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
  • Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
  • Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
  • Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
  • Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Zagreb.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Costa Teguise?

Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 230 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Costa Teguise, 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 Zagreb or Costa Teguise?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Zagreb or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

Both Costa Teguise and Zagreb during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.

In the summer, Zagreb is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Zagreb in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Zagreb. In the summer, Zagreb often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun.

Zagreb usually gets more rain in July than Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Zagreb 22°C (72°F) 
    Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Zagreb or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In October, Zagreb is generally much colder than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Zagreb 13°C (55°F) 
    Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Zagreb or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Costa Teguise. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Zagreb can get quite cold in the winter. Zagreb is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 1°C (35°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun.

Zagreb usually gets more rain in January than Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Zagreb 1°C (35°F) 
    Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Zagreb or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

Both Costa Teguise and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the activities around the city during these months.

In the spring, Zagreb is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Zagreb in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Zagreb 13°C (55°F) 
    Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Zagreb

Zagreb Costa Teguise
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (35°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 8°C (47°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 13°C (55°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 19°C (66°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 20°C (69°F) 101 mm (4 in) 22°C (72°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 22°C (72°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 22°C (71°F) 91 mm (3.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 8°C (46°F) 85 mm (3.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)