A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sicily vs. Galicia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sicily or Galicia?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sicily or Galicia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Sicily or Galicia?

Sicily

If Italy is a boot, then Sicily is the football about to be kicked. This large island is separated from mainland Italy by the Straits of Messina. It has a dynamic and rich cultural history that is a mix of many different invading forces over the course of history, each leaving its own mark on Sicily's art, cuisine, and language. Various archeological areas can be found throughout the island and many are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sicilians have their own language, although most speak Italian and many learn English in school.

Galicia

Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Sicily?

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

  • Sicily Prices
    Italy Prices
    Galicia Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Sicily 123
    Galicia 114

The average daily cost (per person) in Sicily is €123, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €114. 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 Sicily and Galicia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sicily 59
    Galicia 43
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sicily 118
    Galicia 86
Compare Hotels in Sicily and Galicia

Looking for a hotel in Sicily or Galicia? 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 Sicily


Hotels in Galicia


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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: Sicily Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sicily 13
    Galicia 24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:

  • Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $209
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $206
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $206
  • Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port : $157
  • Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $157
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $157
  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $143
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $68

Is it cheaper to fly into Sicily or Galicia?

Prices for flights to both Galicia and Sicily 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
    Sicily 55
    Galicia 49

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia

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

  • Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local: $106
  • Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $117
  • Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $178
  • Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $245

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sicily 12
    Galicia 16

Tours and Activities in Galicia

Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $90
  • A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $90
  • A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
  • Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $78
  • Day Tour to the Vigo Christmas Lights from Santiago de Compostela: $54
  • Discover Coruña 60 Minute Private Tour in Tuk tuk: $179
  • Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña: $59
  • Discover Vigo Historical and Cultural Private Walking Tour: $56
  • Discover Vigo: Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $24
  • E-bike Tour La Coruña: $71
  • E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor: $149
  • EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sicily 14
    Galicia 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:

  • Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $35


When comparing the travel costs between Sicily and Galicia, we can see that Sicily 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 Sicily Expensive? and Is Galicia Expensive?.