A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers La Laguna vs. Como for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit La Laguna or Como?

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 La Laguna and Como. 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: La Laguna or Como?

La Laguna

Much of the area in Tenerife has expanded and grown to cater to the tourist crowd of Europe and the world. However, there is one gem tucked away that has maintained the charm and beauty of the old world. The historic city of La Laguna is the home of mansions, bars, eccentric small shops, and serves as a model for many of the colonial towns in North America. In 1999 the town was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites.

Como

At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome.


Which place is cheaper, Como or La Laguna?

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

  • La Laguna Prices
    Spain Prices
    Como Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    La Laguna 150
    Como 258

The average daily cost (per person) in La Laguna is €150, while the average daily cost in Como is €258. 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 La Laguna and Como in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    La Laguna 53
    Como 146
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    La Laguna 106
    Como 292
Compare Hotels in La Laguna and Como

Looking for a hotel in La Laguna or Como? 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 La Laguna


Hotels in Como


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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: La Laguna Hotel Prices and Como Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    La Laguna 41
    Como 14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Como

Also for Como, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer: Lake Como to Milan Airport MXP by Luxury Van: $272
  • Private Transfer up to 8 pax from Como to Milano: $203
  • Luxury private transfer from Bellagio to Malpensa airport: $238
  • From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Como: $250
  • From Como to Milan hotels - Private Transfer: $209
  • Como to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $131
  • Cernobbio to Malpensa Milan Airport (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $155
  • Bellagio to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $212

Is it cheaper to fly into La Laguna or Como?

Prices for flights to both Como and La Laguna 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
    La Laguna 69
    Como 104

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Como

For Como, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lecco with Show Cooking: $101
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cernobbio with Show Cooking: $131
  • Cesarine: Como Show Cooking & Dining Experience at Local's Home: $131
  • Experience Cooking Class in Como: $143
  • Neapolitan DOC Pizza Class And Cooking in a Wood Oven at a Local's house: $161
  • Cooking lessons in a nineteenth-century restaurant in the heart of Como: $179
  • Private Cooking Class in Bologna: $180
  • Cesarine: Pizza & Tiramisu Feast in Como: $214
  • Traditional Cooking Class with Views of Lake Como and the Alps : $221
  • Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Cernobbio: $227
  • Lecco Bike Tour & Pizza Lunch: $233
  • Lasagna Masterclass in Learn the Art of Traditional Cooking: $233

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    La Laguna 28
    Como -

Tours and Activities in Como

For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 1-Hour Private Boat Tour of Lake Como With Skipper: $203
  • 1H Luxury Cruise Como Lake Tender Yacht Invictus 9 Pax: $107
  • 1H to 5H Tour on the Lake of Como by Lakeside Boat Tour: $239
  • 3 Hours Guided Cruise with stop and visit of Bellagio : $274
  • 4 Hours Shared Boat Tour in Lake Como: $293
  • 4-hour E-bike Tour of the Piccolo Mondo Antico in Lake Como: $155
  • 4h Catamaran Tour on Lake Como - Como Boat Rent & Cruise: $215
  • BELLAGIO E-Bike Tour + Villa Melzi + Lunch (Meet the locals): $245
  • Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como: $268
  • Bellagio Luxury Cruise & Villa del Balbianello - BE THE FIRST: $233
  • Bellagio Rowing Experience with a Vintage wooden boat: $251
  • Bellagio Varenna and Menaggio Vespa and Ferry Tour: $298

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    La Laguna 6.07
    Como -

Sample the Local Flavors in Como

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Como:

  • Wine Tasting with Food Pairing at Lake Como: $58
  • Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake: $66
  • Lecco Wine Tasting experience: $89
  • Panoramic Wine Tasting in Bellagio area: $143
  • Wine Tastings with Chef Luigi Gandola: $147
  • Top Italian Wine Tasting & Food Como Lake: $179


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

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


Which is Bigger, La Laguna or Como?

La Laguna has a larger population, and is about 78% larger than the population of Como. When comparing the sizes of La Laguna and Como, 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.