Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Palermo?
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 Palermo or Costa Teguise?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Palermo and Costa Teguise 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: Palermo or Costa Teguise?
Palermo
Located on its north coast, Palermo is the capital city of Sicily. The city has a lot to offer visitors who decide to venture to this often overlooked part of Italy. There is an interesting history, some unique and delicious food, and a fascinating culture. Prices in Sicily are generally cheaper than elsewhere in Italy. There are a handful of budget accommodation options and plenty of mid range hotels that are spread throughout the city. The rooms are usually comfortable and clean but as always, read reviews before making your reservation.
Costa Teguise
Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPalermo €114Costa Teguise €184
The average daily cost (per person) in Palermo is €114, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is €184. 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 Palermo and Costa Teguise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalermo €56Costa Teguise €84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalermo €112Costa Teguise €168
Compare Hotels in Palermo and Costa Teguise
Looking for a hotel in Palermo or Costa Teguise? 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: Palermo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palermo €5.64Costa Teguise €42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palermo
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Palermo:
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Bus to Monreale€3.00
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Bus From Airport€6.00
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90 Minute Bus Pass€1.30
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Short Taxi Ride€4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palermo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Palermo:
- Private transfer from Palermo Airport to Capo d'Orlando or vice versa: $299
- Private Transfer Catania Airport ⇄ Palermo Centre (Airport): $279
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Santa Flavia: $201
- Palermo Airport (PMO) to Palermo Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $184
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Adler SPA Resort Siculiana: $175
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Verdura Golf Resort Sciacca: $148
- Private transfer from Palermo airport to Cefalù or vice versa: $132
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Cefalu: $127
- Private Transfer from Palermo to the Airport: $126
- Private transfer from Palermo airport to Marsala port or vice versa: $120
- Private transfer from Palermo Airport to San Vito Lo Capo or vice versa: $120
- Mangias Pollina Resort private transfer to Palermo airport: $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Palermo or Costa Teguise?
Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Palermo 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 dayPalermo €51Costa Teguise €72
Typical Food Prices in Palermo
Some typical examples of dining costs in Palermo are as follows:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€32
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Fast Food Lunch€5.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palermo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Palermo.
- Palermo's Delight: Unleash the Secrets of Pizza and Gelato Making: $65
- Taste the Tradition on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $70
- Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better: $78
- Night Street Food Tour of Palermo with a Local -For real foodies!: $83
- Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour: $88
- Cooking class in Palermo city center: $114
- Sicilian Cooking Class: $117
- Cooking Class in Palermo - fresh pasta and tiramisù: $118
- Sicilian Dinner & Tarot – A Magical Night of Wine & Laughs: $118
- Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with a Well-known Italian Chef: $118
- Sicilian Cooking Class : Homemade Pasta: $123
- Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view: $138
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palermo €17Costa Teguise €30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Palermo
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Palermo are as follows:
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Capuchin Catacombs (for 2)€6.00
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Castello della Zisa Entrance (for Two)€12
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Theater Tickets (for Two)€49
Tours and Activities in Palermo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Palermo are as follows:
- Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo: $146
- Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Tour – Small Group or Private: $44
- Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Palermo: $166
- Discover the Charm of A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour: $36
- ERICE and SEGESTA Private Exclusive Tour starts from Palermo with Guide Driver: $299
- Exclusive Boat Tour Along the Palermo Coast Baia Mondello: $168
- From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch: $166
- From the Vineyards to the Chalice: A Unique Tasting Experience: $251
- Full Day City Tour in Palermo , Monreale and Mondello, from Palermo: $299
- Guided tour of the historic center Palermo: $42
- Half day Monreale and Catacombs tour: $108
- Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo: $42
Tours and Activities in Costa Teguise
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Costa Teguise.
- TRY SCUBA - Experience for beginners: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalermo €11Costa Teguise €9.29
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palermo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Palermo:
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Beer€2.56
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Bottle of Quality Wine€11
Sample the Local Flavors in Palermo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Palermo:
- Wine Tasting Experience for Small Groups from Palermo: $269
- Private Tour to Segesta, Erice and Wine Tasting in Marsala: $275
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Palermo and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Palermo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Palermo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Palermo 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Palermo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Palermo Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palermo or Costa Teguise?
Palermo has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Palermo and Costa Teguise, 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 Palermo or Costa Teguise?
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 Palermo or Costa Teguise in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Palermo as well as Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Palermo for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Palermo is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise in the summer. The daily temperature in Palermo averages around 25°C (76°F) in July, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palermo this time of the year. In the summer, Palermo often gets more sunshine than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 347 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun.
Palermo usually gets less rain in July than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPalermo 25°C (76°F)Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?
Both Costa Teguise and Palermo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Palermo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Palermo is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Palermo in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palermo. Palermo usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during autumn. Palermo gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Palermo usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPalermo 20°C (67°F)Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Costa Teguise in the Winter?
Both Costa Teguise and Palermo during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Palermo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Palermo is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Palermo average around 12°C (53°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Palermo often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun.
Palermo usually gets more rain in January than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPalermo 12°C (53°F)Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Costa Teguise in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Palermo and Costa Teguise. The spring months attract visitors to Palermo because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Palermo is cooler than Costa Teguise in the spring. The daily temperature in Palermo averages around 15°C (58°F) in April, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. In Palermo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Palermo usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during spring. Palermo gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Palermo usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Palermo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPalermo 15°C (58°F)Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Palermo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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