Should you visit Nice or Segovia?
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 Segovia 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 Segovia?
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.
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
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 from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
Which place is cheaper, Segovia 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 Segovia is €181. 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 Segovia in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Nice or Segovia? 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:
Nice Hotel Prices and
Segovia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
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Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) Private Transfer to Nice/Cannes/Monaco:
$32
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Nice Airport:
$42
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Transfer: Nice City Center to Côte d'Azur Airport(NCE):
$44
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Private transfer from Nice city to Nice Airport:
$48
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Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car:
$54
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Transfer from Nice Airport to Villefranche Port:
$60
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Departure Transfer: Villefranche Port to Nice Airport:
$60
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Nice hotels to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - Departure Private Transfer:
$62
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Nice hotels to Nice Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer:
$62
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Nice Airport(NCE) to Nice Cruise Port - Arrrival Private Transfer:
$62
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Nice Port to Nice Airport (NCE) - Departure Private Transfer:
$62
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Nice Cruise Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer:
$62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
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Private One Way Transfer from Avila to Madrid City Airport:
$99
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Private transfer from Segovia to Madrid city/airport:
$167
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Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus:
$241
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Hot Air Balloon over Segovia with Optional Transfers from Madrid:
$245
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Segovia?
Prices for flights to both Segovia 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
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Food
Meals for one day
Nice €85
Segovia €84
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee
€2.50
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Strawberries
€4.00
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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.
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Food Tour in Local Flavors & Niçoise Specialties:
$59
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Exclusive Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - small groups:
$60
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Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better:
$91
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Nice Food Tour: Food Tastings & Local Wine Experience in Nice:
$96
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Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide:
$105
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Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting:
$106
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Secret Food Tour: Nice:
$109
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Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine:
$112
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Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better:
$114
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3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera:
$117
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Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice:
$137
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Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch:
$143
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
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Self Guided Tours Nice With 100 Captivating Audio Stories:
$3.57
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Nice Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$4.77
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Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.72
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Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.77
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Old Town Highlights Walking Tour:
$5.87
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Nice Raiders of the Lost City Exploration Game and Tour:
$5.96
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2 Hours Shared Nice City Walking Tour:
$5.97
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Antibes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour:
$6.41
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Monaco Formula 1 Circuit Self Guided Walking Tour with App:
$6.93
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Nice Old Town History and Food Self Guided Walking Tour:
$6.93
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Exploration Game and City Tour in Nice France with your Phone:
$8.35
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Nice Interactive City Tour:
$8.36
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
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Guided Tour of Ávila:
$3.58
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Skip the Line Admission Ticket to Cathedral of Segovia:
$5.09
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Segovia Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour:
$5.12
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Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower:
$9.28
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Segovia from the Aqueduct to the Alcazar: A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$9.99
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Legends and Mysteries DE Segovia Tour:
$12
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E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour:
$17
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Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila:
$18
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Avila Historic Old Town Walking Tour:
$18
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Segovia Alcazar Castle Entry Ticket:
$20
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Segovia Alcázar de Segovia Entry Ticket:
$21
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Combo Segovia Alcazar Castle and Tower of Juan II Entry Ticket:
$24
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Private Distillery Day Tour:
$11
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4 Bars Party Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entry & 5 Free Shots:
$23
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4 Bars & 1 Club Fun Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots:
$24
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Bar Crawl in Nice the Ultimate Experience with night club:
$24
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Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people:
$27
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Spirits Tasting at the Distillery Le Vadrouilleur:
$29
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St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry:
$29
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Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks:
$35
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Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting:
$39
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Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting within Nice city borders:
$39
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Nice Visit DE Distillery and Tasting DE Local Spirits:
$42
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Discover our terroirs and enjoy a cheese and wine tasting:
$47
When comparing the travel costs between Nice and Segovia, we can see that Segovia 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 Nice Expensive? and Is Segovia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Segovia?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Segovia. When comparing the sizes of Nice and Segovia, 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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