Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagreb or Playa del Ingles?
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 Playa del Ingles. 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 Playa del Ingles?
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.
Playa del Ingles
Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $82Playa del Ingles $193
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is $193. 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 Playa del Ingles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $51Playa del Ingles $99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $102Playa del Ingles $198
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Playa del Ingles
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Playa del Ingles? 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $9.69Playa del Ingles $66
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 Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & Transfers: $53
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $20
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $6.95
- Zagreb- Ljubljana. Private transfer: $196
- Zagreb to Trieste private and direct transfer with a local driver: $175
- Zagreb to Split Group Transfer with Plitvice Lakes guided Tour: $152
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $273
- Zagreb to Pula private one way transfer (or vice versa): $240
- Zagreb to Franjo Tudman Airport(ZAG) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $534
- Zagreb city to Zagreb Airport private transfer: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Playa del Ingles?
Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles 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
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Food Meals for one dayZagreb $18Playa del Ingles $52
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $13Playa del Ingles $36
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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb $9.49Playa del Ingles $8.42
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 Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles 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 Playa del Ingles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa del Ingles 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 Playa del Ingles Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Playa del Ingles?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Playa del Ingles. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Playa del Ingles, 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 Playa del Ingles?
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 Playa del Ingles in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Playa del Ingles. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Zagreb is generally around the same temperature as Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa del Ingles. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zagreb this time of the year. In the summer, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 293 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in July than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Playa del Ingles 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Playa del Ingles in the Autumn?
Both Playa del Ingles and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Zagreb is much colder than Playa del Ingles in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa del Ingles. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Playa del Ingles 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Playa del Ingles in the Winter?
Both Playa del Ingles and Zagreb during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Zagreb can be very cold. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 187 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in January than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Playa del Ingles 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Playa del Ingles in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Playa del Ingles. The activities around the city are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
In April, Zagreb is generally cooler than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa del Ingles this time of the year. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Playa del Ingles 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Playa del Ingles and Zagreb
| Zagreb | Playa del Ingles | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 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) | 21°C (70°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 21 mm (0.8 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.