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

Should you visit Paros or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

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 Paros and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 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: Paros or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Paros

A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.


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

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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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Paros 154
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 156

The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €154, while the average daily cost in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156. 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 Paros and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paros 53
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 68
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paros 106
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 136
Compare Hotels in Paros and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

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


Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria


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

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paros 37
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 49

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

Prices for flights to both Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Paros 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
    Paros 77
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 59

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros

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

  • Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home : $126
  • Cooking Class with Greek Meal & Wine: $127
  • Cooking Class Sunset Dinner and Tour in Paros Farm : $158

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paros 22
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 16

Tours and Activities in Paros

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

  • Private Bar and Game Room Experience on Paros Island: $72
  • Paros Bus Island Tour: $74
  • Full Day Bus Tour in Paros and Antiparos Islands from Paros : $75
  • Half Day Cruise Explore Paros Antiparos and Despotiko : $78
  • Paros Island Tour: $78
  • Half Day Sea Tours Blue Lagoon Sea Caves Antiparos Alyki port: $78
  • Paros Half Day Wooden Boat Sea Tours in Parikia Bay or Sunset: $85
  • Cruise to Iraklia and Koufonisi from Paros: $90
  • Sea Sunset Tour in the Bay of Naousa - Paros: $92
  • Paros Half Day Boat Tour from Naoussa port and Bay . : $92
  • Sea Sunset Tour on sailing boat in Parikia Bay - Paros: $93
  • Full Day Cruise to Delos and Mykonos Islands from Paros: $96

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paros 25
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 7.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Paros

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

  • Paros Wine Tasting at a Local Winery: $42
  • 4-Hour Tour of Paros Wine Tasting: $179


When comparing the travel costs between Paros and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we can see that Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 Paros Expensive? and Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive?.


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

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Paros. When comparing the sizes of Paros and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 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.