Which place is cheaper, Split or Los Cristianos?
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 Los Cristianos or Split?
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 Los Cristianos and Split. 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: Los Cristianos or Split?
Los Cristianos
Picture your ultimate beach vacation. It probably consists of sand, sun and the most pristine resorts to pamper and spoil you. You've just dreamed up a place that actually exists - Los Cristianos. Located in the south of the Canary Island of Tenerife, Los Cristianos is one of the most popular tourist centers in this area, and for good reason. This area knows how to treat vacationers. The sea is a way of life in this area of the world, and that's apparent everywhere you look. Harbor tours, fishing trips and dolphin watching excursions are being advertised everywhere you look - all ready to give you the Los Cristianos experience.
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
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 Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
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Los Cristianos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLos Cristianos €152Split €127
The average daily cost (per person) in Los Cristianos is €152, while the average daily cost in Split is €127. 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 Los Cristianos and Split in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLos Cristianos €57Split €74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLos Cristianos €114Split €148
Compare Hotels in Los Cristianos and Split
Looking for a hotel in Los Cristianos or Split? 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: Los Cristianos Hotel Prices and Split Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Los Cristianos €49Split €14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
- Transfer from Split Airport to Split City Center: $70
- Transfer from Split Airport: $468
- Transfer Split airport to Split: $94
- Transfer Airport Split-Split: $53
- Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Entry Tickets: $198
- Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $1,078
- Private Transfer to Krka with Driver & Optional Guide: $467
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik w/ Winery & Ston Visit: $796
- Private Boat Transfer to Hvar Island: $550
- Airport to Hvar Town Speedboat Transfer: $585
- Split/Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
Is it cheaper to fly into Los Cristianos or Split?
Prices for flights to both Split and Los Cristianos 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 dayLos Cristianos €65Split €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour with Private Option: $53
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite at a Time: $140
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $143
- A Vineyard Feast: A Group Dinner and Wine Tasting: $199
- Split Cooking Class: $209
- Cooking class on island Brac: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Los Cristianos €23Split €3.72
Tours and Activities in Los Cristianos
For Los Cristianos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Camel Experience: $4.70
- Paddle Surf & Snorkeling Experience in Playa de las Américas: $35
- Tenerife: Electric Paddle Board Adventure Awaits: $65
- Unforgettable snorkeling tours with turtles: $59
- VESPA TOUR TENERIFE+BOAT TOUR CLIFFS OF THE GIANTS+BATH +LUNCH: $170
Tours and Activities in Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Blue cave and Hvar - 5 Islands speedboat tour from Split: $185
- Private Foodie Tour: Wine & Seafood with a Local Chef: $239
- Šolta Island from 5-Hour Olive Oil Tour with Lunch: $257
- Šolta Island from Private E-Bike Tour: $328
- Šolta Island: Self-Guided Bike Tour: $94
- "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $191
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $94
- 3-Island Split Boat Tour (Šolta Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veli): $87
- 4 Hours Blue Lagoon and Island Tour: $96
- 4-Island Split Boat Tour (Brač, Pakleni, Hvar, Šolta): $149
- 5 islands Private Boat Tour:Blue Cave,Hvar&Pakleni islands: $1,272
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLos Cristianos €7.14Split €7.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $44
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $45
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $49
- From Krka Waterfalls day tour & wine tasting: $49
- Dalmatian wine tasting by Bottiglia wine & deli: $54
- Wine Tasting at Seafront Tasting Room in Kastela: $54
- Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $56
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $59
- Blue Lagoon & Wine tasting - 3 islands tour: $108
- Private History and Wine Tour in Trogir and Klis: $173
- From Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $176
- Zinfandel Wine Tasting & Storytelling with Dalmatian Food: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Los Cristianos and Split, we can see that Los Cristianos is more expensive. And not only is Split much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Split would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Split 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 Los Cristianos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Los Cristianos than you might in Split.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Los Cristianos Expensive? and Is Split Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Los Cristianos or Split?
Split has a larger population, and is about 7670 times larger than the population of Los Cristianos. When comparing the sizes of Los Cristianos and Split, 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.