Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Girona?
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 Girona or Puerto del Carmen?
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 Girona and Puerto del Carmen. 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: Girona or Puerto del Carmen?
Girona
Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Girona Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGirona €170Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Girona is €170, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Girona and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGirona €69Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGirona €138Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Girona and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Girona or Puerto del Carmen? 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: Girona Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Girona €49Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Girona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:
- Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $80
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) - Departure Private Transfer: $292
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Palamós - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Palamós - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $217
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Girona or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Girona 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 dayGirona €71Puerto del Carmen €89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Girona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Girona.
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $106
- Girona Evening Food Tour and Tapas Bar Experience: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Girona €24Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Girona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Girona are as follows:
- Cadaqués Tour 1 hour stop and Super Vision underwater : $36
- 2h Guided Kayak Tour on the Costa Brava: $48
- Awaken the Adventure! Kayak at 8am: $30
- Basic Dali Experience & Costa Brava from Girona or Palamos: $256
- CG Gallery Lloret Ticket and Pass by Sergei Potetiunin: $11
- Cadaqués Swimming Adventure: $36
- Castell de Lloret Castle Entry Ticket: $21
- Costa Brava South Boat Tour: $65
- Costa Brava Sunset Boat Tour from Platja d'Aro: $66
- Custom Costa Brava Tours from Barcelona or Girona: $256
- Dalí Museum and Costa Brava Small Group Tour from Girona: $173
- Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $7.16
Tours and Activities in Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGirona €9.69Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Girona
Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Horseback Ride and Wine Tasting Adventure: $107
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Girona and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Girona much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Girona would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Girona 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Girona.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Girona Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Girona or Puerto del Carmen?
Girona has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Girona and Puerto del Carmen, 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.
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.