A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs. Genoa for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Genoa?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Genoa 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: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Genoa?

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.

Genoa

Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Genoa or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

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

  • Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Prices
    Spain Prices
    Genoa Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 156
    Genoa 188

The average daily cost (per person) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156, while the average daily cost in Genoa is €188. 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Genoa in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 68
    Genoa 87
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 136
    Genoa 174
Compare Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Genoa

Looking for a hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Genoa? 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria


Hotels in Genoa


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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: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices and Genoa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 49
    Genoa 8.44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa

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

  • Departure Private Transfer from Genoa to La Spezia by Car or Van: $279
  • From Genova: Portofino Return Transfer by Open-Top Bus: $76
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino - Arrival Private Transfer: $143
  • Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $286
  • Genoa Cruise Port to Genoa city - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
  • Genoa Private one way Transfer from/to Airport to/from hotel: $89
  • Genoa city to Genoa Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $63
  • Genoa hotels to Savona Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $166
  • Genoa to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
  • Minivan Transfer from Genoa Port to Genoa, Savona or Portofino: $73
  • Private Transfer from Genoa Airport GOA to Santa Margherita Port: $190
  • Private Transfer from Genoa Airport(GOA) to Portofino Cruise Port: $177

Is it cheaper to fly into Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Genoa?

Prices for flights to both Genoa and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 59
    Genoa 90

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Genoa

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

  • Genoa Street Food Tour with a Local: $48
  • Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $59
  • Traditional Food Tour with Drinks: $67
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $69
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $71
  • Genoa Old town Food Tour: $80
  • Itinerant dinner in the old town: $83
  • Santa Margherita Ligure Food Tour Tastes of the Italian Riviera: $83
  • Genoese cooking lesson in the with lunch in the terrace: $83
  • Santa Margherita: Food Tour, flavors of the Ligurian Riviera: $93
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Chiavari with Show Cooking: $102
  • Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Genoa: $102

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 16
    Genoa 20

Tours and Activities in Genoa

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Genoa.

  • Lighthouse Entrance Ticket: $11
  • Historic Guided Tour of Christopher Columbus' House: $12
  • Villa Durazzo Pallavicini Park Entry Ticket: $13
  • The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket: $14
  • Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa: $16
  • Historic Shops in Tour Through Tradition and Flavours: $16
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center: $16
  • Villa del Principe Museum Ticket: $18
  • Genoa–Sori: Italian Lesson & Guided Liguria Tour: $18
  • sunset cruise to admire the city with live music: $18
  • Impossible Museum Entry Ticket: $19
  • Half-Day Tour to San Fruttuoso: $27

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 7.48
    Genoa 10

Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa

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

  • Easy Wine Tasting in Genoa City Center: $34
  • Wine Tasting near the Aquarium of Genoa: $48
  • Wine Tasting with Pesto, Focaccia Near Columbus House: $51
  • Wine Tasting Near The Cruise: the best Italian wine: $57
  • Wine Tasting in Genoa Near the Cruise: “the Best Italian Wine”: $59
  • Genoa Food, Wine Tasting & History Walking Tour: $64
  • Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $69
  • Genoa Walnut Sauce Experience with Mortar and Wine Tasting: $94
  • CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $162


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Genoa Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Genoa?

Genoa has a larger population, and is about 59% larger than the population of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. When comparing the sizes of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Genoa, 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.