A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

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 Evora and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 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: Evora or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Evora?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Evora Prices
    Portugal Prices
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Evora 142
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 156

The average daily cost (per person) in Evora is €142, while the average daily cost in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 Evora and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 68
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 136
Compare Hotels in Evora and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? 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 Evora


Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 49

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $59

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Prices for flights to both Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Evora 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
    Evora 77
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 59

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Evora

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

  • A Taste of the Alentejo: Wonderful 3-Course Dinner: $89

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 16

Tours and Activities in Evora

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

  • Museu Nacional Frei Manuel E-Ticket & Audio Tour: $22
  • Évora or Montemor: Guided Tour of the Escoural Caves: $29
  • Marble Tour in Vila Viçosa: $30
  • Walking Tour in Estremoz: $30
  • Walking Tour in Vila Viçosa: $36
  • Cork & Prickly Pear Tour - Private Tour to the Heritage of Pepe Aromas: $38
  • Évora: Small Group Tour with Chapel of Bones "Skip the Line": $46
  • Évora Unforgetable Sidecar Tour: $47
  • Megalithic & Medieval tour on a sidecar Évora: $47
  • Alentejo Food Walking Tour in Borba: $48
  • Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $51
  • Valentines Day A Blissful Walking Tour with Passion: $70

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 7.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

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

  • Golden Era of Évora walking & the portuguese wine tasting.: $47
  • The Roman Tour & Wine tasting.: $58
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz with Alentejo Wine Tasting: $89
  • From Lisbon: Évora Day Trip with Optional Wine Tasting: $103
  • Évora: Megalithic Sites and Wine Tasting Tour: $117
  • Évora or Montemor: Beekeeping, Chocolate factory, Wine tasting: $164


When comparing the travel costs between Evora and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we can see that Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Evora Expensive? and Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Evora or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Evora. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 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.