Which place is cheaper, Vitoria-Gasteiz or Tenerife?
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 Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz, 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: Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Tenerife
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
Vitoria-Gasteiz
In the midst of a vast, starry night, medieval cathedrals and ancient buildings are scattered with light across the humming city. This is none other than Vitoria-Gasteiz, a town located in the province of Araba/Alava in northern Spain. Within its border, this city contains Basque Country's House of Parliament, the headquarters of the Government, and the Lehendakari's (Prime Minister's) official residence. In 2012, Vitoria-Gasteiz was awarded the title of European Green Capital and now is one of the top five places to live in Spain. This multicultural city is chock full of amazing national history as well as unique cultural traditions. Vitoria-Gasteiz is also well known for its festivals, including Azkena rock festival, FesTVal, Vitoria-Gasteiz jazz festival, and the Virgen Blanca Festivities. Whether you seek to explore its world-renowned wineries or dine in a chic restaurant, Vitoria-Gasteiz holds an endless amount of possibilities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Tenerife Prices
Spain PricesVitoria-Gasteiz Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTenerife €156Vitoria-Gasteiz €183
The average daily cost (per person) in Tenerife is €156, while the average daily cost in Vitoria-Gasteiz is €183. 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 Tenerife and Vitoria-Gasteiz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTenerife €53Vitoria-Gasteiz €69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTenerife €106Vitoria-Gasteiz €138
Compare Hotels in Tenerife and Vitoria-Gasteiz
Looking for a hotel in Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz? 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: Tenerife Hotel Prices and Vitoria-Gasteiz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tenerife €60Vitoria-Gasteiz €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tenerife
Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tenerife South Airport (TFS): Transfer to Santa Cruz Port: $413
- Tenerife South Airport(TFS)to Tenerife-RoundTrip Private Transfer: $270
- Tenerife Airport (TFN) to Tenerife - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $269
- Tenerife Airport Transfer from South Airport (Reina Sofia) to North Area Hotels: $215
- Teide National Park Buggy Tour with Hotel Transfer: $210
- Private Transfer South Tenerife Airport to Guia de Isora Area: $199
- From Tenerife South: La Gomera Full-Day Trip with Transfers: $170
- Private South Tenerife Airport Transfer to South Hotels: $149
- Tenerife to Tenerife Airport (TFS) - Departure Private Transfer : $135
- Tenerife North Airport(TFN) to Tenerife -Arrival Private Transfer: $135
- Tenerife to Tenerife North Airport TFN Departure Private Transfer: $135
- Tenerife South Airport(TFS) to Tenerife -Arrival Private Transfer: $134
Is it cheaper to fly into Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Prices for flights to both Vitoria-Gasteiz and Tenerife 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 dayTenerife €67Vitoria-Gasteiz €88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mojo Workshop Cooking Class in Ancient Canarian Village: $34
- Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner & Drink: $40
- MHT - Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
- Medieval Castle with dinner from Puerto de la Cruz in TenerifeSur: $59
- Medieval San Miguel castle with dinner-Show in South Tenerife : $59
- Self Driving Sunset Tour with Dinner and Stargazing in Tenerife: $77
- Teide National Park Stargazing Experience Without Dinner(NO Food): $78
- "The Wild South" musical show with dinner and transportation: $81
- Teide Night Experience with Dinner and Stargazing: $92
- Astronomical experience on Mount Teide with sunset, stargazing, and dinner: $93
- Mount Teide Night Tour: Stargazing, Dinner and Hotel Pick up: $93
- Stargazing Experience with Dinner & Drinks : $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tenerife €27Vitoria-Gasteiz €36
Tours and Activities in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Boat Cruise & Photos: Your Photographic Adventure at Sea": $351
- "Pyramids of Güímar Admission PREMIUM Ticket": $22
- 1 Hour and Half Mojo Sauce Workshop With Winery Tour: $81
- 2h Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching: $24
- 3-Hours Shared Tour to Accessible Boat en Canary Island: $72
- 3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour : $50
- 3H Shared Barrier-Free Cruise with Turtles Dolphins & Whales: $70
- 3h Viking Cruise with Drinks, Whales watching & Swimming Time: $45
- 3h Whale Watching Private tour Beneteau Oceanis 440: $646
- 3h Whale Watching Share Tour Beneteau Oceanis 440: $65
- 3h Whale watching Share Tour Costa Adeje Lina7 Mizendoha: $65
- 4 Hours Eco Safari Tour with Electric Car in Tenerife: $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTenerife €6.43Vitoria-Gasteiz €23
Sample the Local Flavors in Tenerife
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
- Wine tasting and Canarian products in La Orotava: $20
- Valley of Tegueste: Wine Tour with Tasting at El Lomo Winery: $21
- Tenerife : Brewery guided tour with tasting at TACOA Brewery: $23
- Ecological Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Visit to Arafo Mountain Vineyard and Organic Wine Tasting: $78
- Full-Day Gastronomy and Wine Tour: $96
- Wine tasting "Tenerife grape varieties": $179
- Volcano Teide Buggy Tour with Wine Tasting & Tapas: $247
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tenerife and Vitoria-Gasteiz, we can see that Vitoria-Gasteiz is more expensive. And not only is Tenerife much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tenerife would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tenerife 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vitoria-Gasteiz than you might in Tenerife.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tenerife Expensive? and Is Vitoria-Gasteiz Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tenerife and Vitoria-Gasteiz. The summer months attract visitors to Tenerife because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Tenerife is a little warmer than Vitoria-Gasteiz in the summer. The daily temperature in Tenerife averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Vitoria-Gasteiz fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Tenerife, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tenerife usually receives more sunshine than Vitoria-Gasteiz during summer. Tenerife gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 188 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tenerife usually receives less rain than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTenerife 23°C (73°F)Vitoria-Gasteiz 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tenerife as well as Vitoria-Gasteiz. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tenerife this time of year.
In the autumn, Tenerife is a little warmer than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tenerife in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Vitoria-Gasteiz averages at about 16°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tenerife this time of the year. In the autumn, Tenerife often gets more sunshine than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 125 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife usually gets less rain in October than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTenerife 22°C (72°F)Vitoria-Gasteiz 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz in the Winter?
Both Vitoria-Gasteiz and Tenerife are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Tenerife for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Tenerife is generally much warmer than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Daily temperatures in Tenerife average around 17°C (63°F), and Vitoria-Gasteiz fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Tenerife usually receives more sunshine than Vitoria-Gasteiz during winter. Tenerife gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 77 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vitoria-Gasteiz. In January, Tenerife usually receives less rain than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTenerife 17°C (63°F)Vitoria-Gasteiz 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Vitoria-Gasteiz in the Spring?
Both Vitoria-Gasteiz and Tenerife during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tenerife in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Tenerife is a little warmer than Vitoria-Gasteiz in the spring. The daily temperature in Tenerife averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Vitoria-Gasteiz fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Tenerife. In the spring, Tenerife often gets more sunshine than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 117 hours of full sun.
Vitoria-Gasteiz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tenerife usually gets less rain in April than Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tenerife gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Vitoria-Gasteiz receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTenerife 18°C (64°F)Vitoria-Gasteiz 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Vitoria-Gasteiz and Tenerife
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
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