Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Andalusia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Andalusia or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Andalusia or Catalonia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Andalusia or Catalonia?
Andalusia
The Andalusia Region of Spain is located in the south of Spain. The territory is divided into eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and the capital city of the region, Seville. Andalusia is in the south of the Iberian Peninsula and is the only European region with coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally, the main economic contribution of the area is from agriculture, but in recent years the service industry, specifically tourism, retail, and transportation, have become at least as important and possibly even more important to the economy.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Andalusia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAndalusia €326Catalonia €0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Andalusia is €326, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €0.00. 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 Andalusia and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAndalusia €137Catalonia -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAndalusia €274Catalonia €0.00
Compare Hotels in Andalusia and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Andalusia or Catalonia? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Andalusia €36Catalonia -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Andalusia
Also for Andalusia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vip Transfer from Malaga Airport to Malaga Fuengirola or Marbella: $60
- Vip Private Transfer from Malaga Airport to Gibraltar Border: $180
- Transfer from Malaga City Center to Malaga Airport (AGP): $34
- Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $60
- Private transfer from Málaga Hotels to Granada: $192
- Private transfer Granada downtown - Granada aeropuerto (Grx): $82
- Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $139
- Private Transfer from Torrequebrada to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $200
- Private Transfer from Torremuelle to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $236
- Private Transfer from Rincón de la Victoria to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $169
- Private Transfer from Puerto Banús to Malaga (AGP) airport: $139
- Private Transfer from Nerja to Malaga (AGP) airport: $145
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from Barcelona airport to city Center: $36
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Barcelona APT-HTL (BCN): $63
- Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $43
- Transfers From Cruise Port to Barcelona Airport: $42
- Transfer: Barcelona City Center to El-Prat Airport (BCN): $33
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $239
- Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $47
- Transfer from Barcelona City to cruise port Private transfer: $36
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Reus Airport to La Pineda: $13
- Transfer arrival Shuttle Reus Airport to Cambrils: $13
- Transfer From Sant Cugat To Cruise port In Barcelona: $60
- Transfer Barcelona Airport: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Andalusia or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Andalusia 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 dayAndalusia €141Catalonia -
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $45
- Malaga Atarazanas Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $71
- Dinner and Show at Alegría Flamenco & Restaurant in Malaga: $72
- Paella Cooking Class with English Guide in Malaga: $73
- The Málaga Morning Food Tour By Food Lover Tour: $77
- Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $80
- Spanish Cooking Class in Granada: $90
- Malaga Food Tour Tapas, Olive Oils, Iberian Ham & Sweet Treats: $95
- Malaga Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $95
- Andalucia by Sunset - half day tour including dinner and Ronda pickup: $102
- Cadiz Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $106
- Malaga Sunset Cruise and Restaurant Dinner: $122
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Barcelona Morning Walking and Food Tour with Local Flavors: $35
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $42
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit : $54
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $54
- Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option: $57
- Barcelona: Wine Tasting and 5 Course Tapas Pairing Dinner: $70
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $70
- Barcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience: $78
- Seafood Paella and Mediterranean Tapas Cooking Class: $81
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $85
- Barcelona : Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Exclusive Tour: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Andalusia €35Catalonia -
Tours and Activities in Andalusia
For Andalusia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Tour of the Jewish Quarter of Córdoba: $14
- Malaga Coffee and City Tour with Real Spanish Tapas: $90
- Private Walking Tour with Play Granada: $95
- Seville Tour with Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda from Granada: $252
- Úbeda Monumental - Guided tour with interiors: $22
- Úbeda guided tour with tickets.: $22
- Úbeda-Baeza historical tour with Water Synagogue : $42
- 1 Hour Flamenco Class Experience in Granada: $45
- 1 Hour Private Flamenco Class Experience in Malaga: $45
- 1.5-Hour Roman Theater and Alcazaba Castle Walking Tour: $32
- 2 Hours Sunset Buggy Tour in Sierra de Mijas : $262
- 2 Hours Tour around Cádiz: History, anecdotes and curiosities : $18
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Barcelona Arrival Cruise Port to Sants Station Private: $45
- Barcelona Christmas Walking Tour: $32
- Cadaqués Tour 1 hour stop and Super Vision underwater : $36
- Coffee and Art Tour walking Gothic Quarter, Official Guide: $89
- Costa Brava Coves Towns and Winery Private Tour: $197
- Day Sailing Experience, Barcelona(9 Persons): $89
- Highlights & Hidden Spots of Barcelona Bike Tour w/ Local Guide: $43
- Kids Buggy Experience in Salou: $72
- Montserrat Guided Tour from Barcelona + Basilica Access : $94
- Montserrat Monastery Classic One Day Tour from Barcelona: $84
- Private Mountain Bike Tour in Barcelona: $57
- Wine & Scent Experience in Barcelona: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAndalusia €51Catalonia -
Sample the Local Flavors in Andalusia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Andalusia:
- Malaga Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Clubs Entry: $19
- Almería Visit to Eco Winery Cortijo El Cura and wine tasting: $26
- Almería Wine tour and tasting in English in Bio Winery: $26
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $29
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in English: $36
- Almería Wine tour, tasting in Bio Winery and aperitif in Spanish: $36
- Andalusian Wine Tasting Tapas and DE wine tastings: $47
- Wine Tasting in Granada: $56
- RONDA WINE EXPERIENCE Wine Tastings DE Olive Oil and Tapas: $59
- Artisan Spanish Wine Tasting of 6 Wines: $66
- Ronda Wine Tasting with Tapas in a Scenic Vineyard: $66
- Granada Tapas and wine tour!: $82
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Barcelona Bar Crawl Old Town Treasure Tramp Adventure: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $17
- Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING -The Best Party tour & VIP Club Entry: $18
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Largest Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Largest Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Barcelona Halloween Bar Crawl: $18
- Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $24
- Wine tasting next to the Sagrada Familia: $30
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Go out like a local, pub Crawl / Tour in Raval - Barcelona: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Andalusia and Catalonia, we can see that Andalusia is more expensive. And not only is Catalonia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catalonia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catalonia 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 Andalusia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Andalusia than you might in Catalonia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Andalusia Expensive? and Is Catalonia Expensive?.
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