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

Should you visit La Laguna or Sorrento?

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 Sorrento. 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 Sorrento?

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.

Sorrento

Sorrento is a popular travel destination in Campania, Italy. The city has nice architecture and many shops and outdoor cafes you can enjoy. Its access via the Circumvesuviana rail system make it a great base for visiting Pompeii and Ercolano.

The city has a Mediterranean climate that has mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The pleasant climate make it a popular destination year around, although you can expect crowds during the peak summer months.

You'll find no shortage of hotels and hostels in town as the city's economy is very much dependent on tourism. Hostels are generally clean and comfortable, but they may be more expensive than you expect. If you travel during the low season you're likely to save some money even if the weather isn't as nice. Mid range hotel rooms are usually smaller than their American counterparts, but they are clean and nice and often come with a complimentary breakfast. The same can generally be said for more expensive hotels.

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 Adventure Tours to Italy, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Sorrento 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
    Sorrento Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    La Laguna 150
    Sorrento 168

The average daily cost (per person) in La Laguna is €150, while the average daily cost in Sorrento is €168. 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 Sorrento in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    La Laguna 53
    Sorrento 90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    La Laguna 106
    Sorrento 180
Compare Hotels in La Laguna and Sorrento

Looking for a hotel in La Laguna or Sorrento? 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 Sorrento


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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 Sorrento Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    La Laguna 41
    Sorrento 7.56

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sorrento

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:


  • Local Bus Ticket
    4.20
  • Ferry to Capri (Round Trip)
    35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:

  • Transfers From Naples Airport Or Train Station To Sorrento: $131
  • Transfer private from Positano to Naples or viceversa: $115
  • Transfer from/to Naples : $210
  • Transfer from Sorrento to Naples or vice versa : $131
  • Transfer from Sorrento to Naples or Viceversa : $106
  • Transfer from Sorrento to Naples ( Naples to Sorrento too) : $215
  • Transfer from Sorrento to Naples: $96
  • Transfer from Sorrento area to Naples from 1 to 3 passengers : $168
  • Transfer from Sorrento To Naples: $263
  • Transfer between Sorrento and Naples (One Way or Return): $93
  • Transfer Sorrento to Naples: $133
  • Transfer Sorrento - Naples: $197

Is it cheaper to fly into La Laguna or Sorrento?

Prices for flights to both Sorrento 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
    Sorrento 66

Typical Food Prices in Sorrento

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:


  • Pizza
    6.00
  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    43
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    21

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sorrento

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

  • Toss, Bake, Cheers! - Sorrento Pizza Making Class with Wine: $72
  • Sorrento Pizza School from Dough Magic to Oven Mastery : $72
  • Pizza School with Wine and Limoncello Tasting in a Local Farm: $90
  • Sorrento Pizza Making Class with Local Pizzaiolo Hands on 100%: $90
  • Neapolitan Pizza Cooking Class in Sorrento: $90
  • Like a real Chef! Pasta and Pizza with tradional tomato souce!: $94
  • Private Cooking Class in Sant'Agnello: $96
  • Pizza Making with Sea View: $102
  • Authentic Farm Tour with Pizza, Cheese, Wine & Limoncello Tasting: $102
  • Dining experience at a local's home in Pozzuoli with cooking demo: $102
  • Spritz and Spaghetti Cooking Class: $106
  • Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Lunch and Wine in Sorrento: $106

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    La Laguna 28
    Sorrento 33

Typical Entertainment Prices in Sorrento

Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Chair & Umbrella at Beach
    10
  • Bike Rental (24 Hours)
    20
  • Scuba Diving (Single Dive)
    45
  • Blue Mini Cruise
    22

Tours and Activities in Sorrento

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

  • All inclusive Herculaneum Skip the Line Tour From Sorrento: $118
  • 2-Hour Private Boat Tour to the Natural Beauties of Capri: $263
  • 3 hours Comfortable Capri Private Tour by Boat : $299
  • 3 hours Private Capri Boat Tour : $262
  • Amalfi Coast Boat Tour from Sorrento Coast : $227
  • Amalfi Coast Boat Tour from Sorrento with Positano Visit: $184
  • Amalfi Coast Day Tour from Sorrento with Light Lunch and Wine: $137
  • Amalfi Coast Discovery - Semi Private Tour: $114
  • Amalfi Coast Experience: $172
  • Amalfi Coast Full-Day Tour from Sorrento: $154
  • Amalfi Coast Half-Day Tour from Sorrento: $257
  • Amalfi Coast Kayak Tours from Marina del Cantone: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    La Laguna 6.07
    Sorrento 8.72

Typical Alcohol Prices in Sorrento

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:


  • Bottle of Wine
    11

Sample the Local Flavors in Sorrento

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sorrento:

  • Wine Tasting Including Lunch: $106
  • Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting : $113
  • E-Bike Food and Wine Tour in the Sorrento Peninsula: $130
  • Sorrento Food & Wine Tour - 'Taste of Sorrento': $137
  • Small Group Capri Wine Tasting Experience with Faraglioni Views: $154
  • Full Day Small Group Pompeii Tour from Sorrento with Local Wine Tasting: $155
  • Sorrento Wine Tasting e Food Pairing Experience: $161
  • Sunset Wine Tasting on Board: $166
  • Truffle Hunting and Lunch Wine Tasting Experience at Cortecorbo : $178
  • Cook Pasta, Meatballs and Tiramisu + Wine Tasting (4-Course Meal): $255
  • From Pompeii guided tour & wine tasting All Inclusive: $286
  • Pompeii and Vesuvius with Wine Tasting from Sorrento : $298


When comparing the travel costs between La Laguna and Sorrento, we can see that Sorrento 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 La Laguna Expensive? and Is Sorrento Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, La Laguna or Sorrento?

La Laguna has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Sorrento. When comparing the sizes of La Laguna and Sorrento, 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.