A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nice vs. A Coruna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nice or A Coruna?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nice and A Coruna 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: Nice or A Coruna?

Nice

Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.

A Coruna

A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Nice?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €169, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €109. 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 Nice and A Coruna in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nice 61
    A Coruna 51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nice 122
    A Coruna 102
Compare Hotels in Nice and A Coruna

Looking for a hotel in Nice or A Coruna? 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 Nice


Hotels in A Coruna


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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: Nice Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nice 23
    A Coruna 13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:

  • transfert Nice aéroport /Fréjus /Saint Raphaël: $176
  • Transfer: Nice City Center to Côte d'Azur Airport(NCE): $44
  • Transfer from Nice Airport to Villefranche Port: $60
  • Transfer from Antibes to Nice Airport : $215
  • Transfer Nice Côte d'Azur Airport: $102
  • Transfer Nice Airport to Cannes, Mónaco or Cap d Antibes by Sedan: $113
  • Transfer Nice Airport: $119
  • Transfer - Nice city> Nice Airport: $108
  • Transfer - Nice Airport> Nice city: $108
  • Transfer - Nice Airport> Monaco: $299
  • Private transfer from and to Cannes: $96
  • Private transfer from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer: $66

Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna

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

  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $143
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $157

Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or A Coruna?

Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Nice 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
    Nice 85
    A Coruna 49
Typical Food Prices in Nice

Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:


  • Slushee
    2.50
  • Strawberries
    4.00
  • Loaf of Bread
    3.20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice

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

  • Food Tour in Local Flavors & Niçoise Specialties: $59
  • Exclusive Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - small groups: $60
  • Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $91
  • Nice Food Tour: Food Tastings & Local Wine Experience in Nice: $96
  • Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide: $105
  • Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $106
  • Secret Food Tour: Nice: $109
  • Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $112
  • Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $114
  • 3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera: $117
  • Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $137
  • Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $143

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna

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

  • Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $117

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nice 12
    A Coruna 9.72

Tours and Activities in Nice

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:

  • Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $78
  • Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $82
  • Èze Medieval Village Tour with your Certified Guide: $44
  • Èze: Private Village Guided Walking Tour: $256
  • 1/2 day tour; Monaco and Eze guided tour, sightseeing: $84
  • 2 Hour Walking Tour in the Old Town of Antibes: $30
  • 2 Hours Shared Nice City Walking Tour: $5.97
  • 2-Hour Guided Tour of Monaco with a certified guide: $55
  • 3-Hour Private Tour to Discover Nice and its Heights: $298
  • 7 Hills of Nice E-bike Tour with Local Guide: $118
  • A Self-Guided Tour Of Nice The UNESCO Heritage City: $9.99
  • All-Inclusive Culinary and History Tour of Old Nice with a Local: $155

Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Tower of Hercules
    3.00

Tours and Activities in A Coruna

For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
  • Guided Tour Lugo: $30
  • EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour: $32
  • Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $35
  • Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña: $59
  • Private Walking Tour EN A Coruña with Beer or Wine: $66
  • E-bike Tour La Coruña: $71
  • Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $78
  • Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $82
  • Excursion to Santiago de Compostela for cruises from Coruña: $82
  • A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $90
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nice 17
    A Coruna 13

Sample the Local Flavors in Nice

Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Distillery Day Tour: $11
  • 4 Bars Party Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entry & 5 Free Shots: $23
  • 4 Bars & 1 Club Fun Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots: $24
  • Bar Crawl in Nice the Ultimate Experience with night club: $24
  • Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people: $27
  • Spirits Tasting at the Distillery Le Vadrouilleur: $29
  • St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry: $29
  • Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks: $35
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting within Nice city borders: $39
  • Nice Visit DE Distillery and Tasting DE Local Spirits: $42
  • Discover our terroirs and enjoy a cheese and wine tasting: $47


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nice Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nice or A Coruna?

Nice has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Nice and A Coruna, 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.


When is the best time to visit Nice or A Coruna?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Summer?

Both A Coruna and Nice during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nice this time of year.

In July, Nice is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 23°C (73°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

Nice usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Nice 23°C (73°F) 
    A Coruna 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and A Coruna. Many travelers come to Nice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Nice is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nice gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nice usually receives around the same amount of rain as A Coruna. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Nice 17°C (63°F) 
    A Coruna 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Nice as well as A Coruna. Many visitors come to Nice in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

In the winter, Nice is cooler than A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nice in January average around 9°C (48°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).

It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Nice usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Nice 9°C (48°F) 
    A Coruna 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Nice or A Coruna in the Spring?

Both A Coruna and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Nice is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 13°C (56°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In April, Nice usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Nice 13°C (56°F) 
    A Coruna 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for A Coruna and Nice

Nice A Coruna
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 11°C (51°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Feb 9°C (49°F) 76 mm (3 in) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 11°C (51°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
May 16°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (58°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 20°C (68°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 19°C (67°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 21°C (69°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 19°C (65°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 17°C (63°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 12°C (54°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 10°C (49°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 128 mm (5 in)