Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or La Spezia?
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 La Spezia or Playa de las Americas?
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 Spezia and Playa de las Americas. 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 Spezia or Playa de las Americas?
La Spezia
Located on the coast beside the Ligurian Sea, La Spezia is known for its military and commercial harbors hosting the arsenal of the Italian Navy. It is also well connected by rail and by boat to Cinque Terre National Park - a unique collection of five medieval villages along the coastline - as well as other coastal towns of the region. Other attractions include a number of museums as well as an annual boat race called Palio de Golfo.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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La Spezia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Spezia €235Playa de las Americas €228
The average daily cost (per person) in La Spezia is €235, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €228. 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 Spezia and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Spezia €109Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Spezia €218Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in La Spezia and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in La Spezia or Playa de las Americas? 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: La Spezia Hotel Prices and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Spezia €41Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Spezia
Also for La Spezia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre and Return to the Ship: $299
- Arrival Private Transfer La Spezia to Genoa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $278
- Private Transfer La Spezia to Pisa by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $222
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Airport (PSA): $210
- La Spezia Cruise Port to Pisa Intl Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $210
- Private Transfer from La Spezia to Cinque Terre by car or van: $155
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
- Guided Tour of Florence & Pisa with Bus Transfer: $87
- La Spezia Cruise Port to La Spezia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $67
- Private Transfer from La Spezia hotels to La Spezia Port: $67
- La Spezia to La Spezia Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Private Transfer from La Spezia Port to La Spezia Hotels: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into La Spezia or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and La Spezia 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 dayLa Spezia €96Playa de las Americas €78
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Full Meal Food Tour: $99
- Small-Group Street Food Tour: $104
- Sunset Cruise with Aperitif and Dinner: $105
- Taste Cinque Terre on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $106
- Tour of Apericena at Sunset and Dinner on Boat: $108
- La Spezia. Sunset Aperitif and Dinner on the Boat: $115
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in La Spezia: $118
- La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour: $136
- Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
- Sunset dinner boat tour in the Gulf of Poets: $169
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in La Spezia: $173
- Cooking Class and Home Restaurant Experience: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Spezia €39Playa de las Americas €30
Tours and Activities in La Spezia
For La Spezia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cinque Terre Private Wine And Views Tour: $298
- Giraffe Boat Tour Unique Experience Beyond 5 Terre: $178
- La Spezia Walking Tour: History, Panoramic Views, & Museum: $49
- Pisa Tour by bus: $60
- 3 Hour One-Way Boat Tour from La Spezia to Monterosso: $114
- 3 Hours Sunset Boat Tour to Golfo dei Poeti Shared: $143
- 4-Hour E-Bike Guided Tour of the Tellaro and Montemarcello Villages: $119
- 5 LANDS LUXURY BOAT TOUR: $1,388
- Best Florence and Pisa Excursion from La Spezia Cruise Port: $87
- Best Florence and Pisa Tour for Cruise Visitors from La Spezia: $102
- Best One Day Florence and Pisa Tour from your Cruise Ship: $96
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Spezia €35Playa de las Americas €8.57
Sample the Local Flavors in La Spezia
Also in La Spezia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Hiking in the Cinque Terre with wine tasting and light lunch: $140
When comparing the travel costs between La Spezia and Playa de las Americas, we can see that La Spezia 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 Spezia Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, La Spezia or Playa de las Americas?
La Spezia has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of La Spezia and Playa de las Americas, 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.