Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Languedoc-Roussillon?
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 Languedoc-Roussillon or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Languedoc-Roussillon or Catalonia?
Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon (often called "the Languedoc") is a historical coastal region in southern France, extending from Provence to the Pyrenees Mountains and the border with Spain. It is a former administrative region of France. Since 1 January 2016, it is part of the new region Occitanie. The area is a major wine producer, with Vin de Pays d'Oc and sparkling Cremant de Limoux among its best-known varieties. The regional capital, Montpellier, is home to a well-preserved medieval quarter. It comprises five departments, and borders the other French regions of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, Rhone-Alpes, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrenees on the one side, and Spain, Andorra and the Mediterranean Sea on the other side. It is the southernmost region of mainland France. The fertile coastal plain is given over to agriculture, vineyards and - particularly in Roussillon - fruit and vegetables. Languedoc is one of France's major wine-growing areas. The coast of Languedoc is characterized by long sandy beaches, often with plenty of space, and a modern tourist infrastructure, with twentieth-century resorts such as Cap d'Agde, Palavas, or Narbonne Plage.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best River Cruises in France, The Best Bicycle Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanguedoc-Roussillon €122Catalonia €112,278
The average daily cost (per person) in Languedoc-Roussillon is €122, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €112,278. 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 Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanguedoc-Roussillon €52Catalonia €16,203
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanguedoc-Roussillon €104Catalonia €
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Compare Hotels in Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Languedoc-Roussillon or Catalonia? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Languedoc-Roussillon €16Catalonia €13,042
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Languedoc-Roussillon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Languedoc-Roussillon:
- Private Transfers from Montpellier Airport to Montpellier: $54
- Private Driver taxi transfers Station and Airport: $167
- Montpellier Private Transfer from Montpellier city centre to Montpellier Airport: $39
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Montpellier to Montpellier Airport: $36
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer Montpellier Airport MPL to Cap d'Agde: $128
- Arles to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer: $163
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Barcelona City to Cruise Port Private Transfer: $35
- Barcelona city, Hotel to Airport, cruise Port private Transfer: $44
- Barcelona private van transfer cruise port to airport Barcelona : $143
- Private Transfer From Hotel to Barcelona Airport Departure: $27
- Reus Airport to Barcelona City private Transfer : $239
- Airport Transfer: $179
- Arrival Private Transfer by Sedan from BCN airport to Barcelona: $86
- Arrival Transfer El Prat Airport BCN to Barcelona by Luxury Van: $100
- Arrival Transfer by Luxury Van from Barcelona Port to Barcelona: $93
- Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport BCN to Barcelona in Private Car/Van: $88
- Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Barcelona - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Barcelona Airport (BNC) to Port Aventura/Salou Arrival Transfer: $211
Is it cheaper to fly into Languedoc-Roussillon or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Languedoc-Roussillon 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 dayLanguedoc-Roussillon €55Catalonia €73,008
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Languedoc-Roussillon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Languedoc-Roussillon.
- Bertrand Bosc wine and food tour in Pic St Loup: $94
- Nimes Food Tour: $96
- Montpellier Gourmet Food Tour: $106
- Private cooking class with specialized chefs Montpellier: $118
- Food Tour in the Southern French Countryside from Nîmes: $202
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $42
- Flamenco Casa Sors & Guitar Museum with Optional Drink or Dinner: $44
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $54
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit : $54
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $54
- Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option: $57
- Barcelona: Wine Tasting and 5 Course Tapas Pairing Dinner: $71
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $71
- Barcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience: $78
- Seafood Paella and Mediterranean Tapas Cooking Class: $81
- A vegan/vegetarian food tour in Barcelona: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Languedoc-Roussillon €13Catalonia €32,435
Tours and Activities in Languedoc-Roussillon
Here are a few actual costs in Languedoc-Roussillon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Private Guided Historical and Cultural Tour in Nîmes : $84
- A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica: $20
- A tour of Nimes tailor-made: $96
- Arles Vincent Van Gogh Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $13
- Arles: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $257
- Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour: $25
- Carcassonne Castle and Ramparts Entry Ticket: $30
- Carcassonne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.70
- Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.36
- Carcassonne: Exclusive Private Guided Tour : $255
- Carcassonne: Secrets of the Castle's Defense Self-Guided Tour: $6.93
- Cité de Carcassonne Guided Walking tour. Private tour.: $184
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tarragona Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $3.34
- Barcelona Electric Scooter Tour: $3.57
- Barcelona Guided Tour on Segway: $3.57
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Barcelona: $3.57
- Barcelona Segway Tour: $3.57
- Sagrada Familia Exterior Tour: $3.57
- Happiness Walking Tour in Barcelona : $3.58
- Gaudi & Sagrada Familia Donation-Based Tour in English : $3.58
- Costa Brava Luxury Tour Boat and Lunch from Barcelona: $3.58
- Tarragona Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.12
- Self Guided Girona Game of Thrones Audio Tour with Mobile App: $5.77
- Life of Gaudi and Architectural Walking Tour: $5.97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanguedoc-Roussillon €12Catalonia €24,656
Sample the Local Flavors in Languedoc-Roussillon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Languedoc-Roussillon:
- Guided tour of Lavender Distillery between Provence & Camargue: $9.57
- Ambushes and wine tasting: $23
- Sean's Wine Tasting Events: $54
- Côte de Boeuf Party and Wine Tasting: $84
- Small-Group Half-Day Châteaux of Montpellier Wine Tour: $94
- Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour from Montpellier: $94
- Camargue Sand Excursion - Half Day Wine Tour: $178
- Wine tasting through play: $179
- Wine Tour in Roussillon: Picnic & Tasting Day : $202
- Wine tour in Pic Saint-Loup area: $202
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Barcelona Bar Crawl Old Town Treasure Tramp Adventure: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $17
- Barcelona Halloween Bar Crawl: $18
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $24
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $24
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $25
- Barcelona: Original Pub Crawl & Tapas Tour: $30
- Wine tasting next to the Sagrada Familia: $30
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Barcelona Markets Tour With Optional Food & Wine Tasting Upgrade: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia is more expensive. And not only is Languedoc-Roussillon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Languedoc-Roussillon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Languedoc-Roussillon 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 Catalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catalonia than you might in Languedoc-Roussillon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Languedoc-Roussillon Expensive? and Is Catalonia Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Languedoc-Roussillon or Catalonia?
Catalonia has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Languedoc-Roussillon. When comparing the sizes of Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia, 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.
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