Should you visit Tuscany or Galicia?
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 Tuscany and Galicia. 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: Tuscany or Galicia?
Tuscany
The art, the food, the land, the architecture! You can't go wrong with Tuscany. From the winding alleyways of Florence to the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, this dynamic and beautiful region of Italy has something to offer for everyone. After exploring the world class art and architecture in Florence, visitors should also experience Siena, Pisa, Montecatini, and more. The region is located on Italy's west coast bordering the Tyrrhenian sea. It is one of the most famed and popular parts of the country and it won't disappoint.
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 Adventure Tours to Italy, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.
Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Tuscany?
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 Tuscany is €38,161, 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 Tuscany and Galicia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Tuscany €16,777
Galicia €43
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Tuscany
€
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32
Galicia
€86
Looking for a hotel in Tuscany 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.
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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:
Tuscany Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tuscany
Also for Tuscany, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Florence to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer:
$135
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Arrival Transfer Florence Station SMN to Florence by Sedan or Van:
$111
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Arrival transfer Siena Airport SAY to Siena City by Van or Sedan:
$174
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Chianciano to Fiumicino Airport(FCO) - Departure Private Transfer:
$281
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Chianciano to Florence Airport (FLR) - Departure Private Transfer:
$286
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Chianti Wine Tastings and Visit to 3 Cellars with Lunch&Transfer:
$209
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Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Arrival Private Transfer:
$75
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Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$151
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Florence Airport (FLR) to Montecatini Terme - Arrival Transfer:
$164
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Florence Airport (FLR) to Pisa - Arrival Private Transfer:
$173
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Florence Airport Transfers : Airport FLR to Florence City in Luxury Van:
$221
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Florence Airport Transfers : Florence City to Airport FLR in Business Car:
$194
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
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Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol:
$143
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Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre:
$68
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Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels:
$206
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Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO):
$206
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Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour:
$209
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Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port :
$157
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Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port:
$157
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Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels:
$157
Is it cheaper to fly into Tuscany or Galicia?
Prices for flights to both Galicia and Tuscany 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
Tuscany €12,965
Galicia €49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tuscany
For Tuscany, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Florence Old City Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing:
$35
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Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner:
$35
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Cake and Biscuit Cooking Class for Kids:
$35
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Florence: Food Tour of Traditional Eateries and Wine Pairings:
$36
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Pasta Making Class with Dinner and Wine in Florence:
$47
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Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence:
$48
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Florence Street Food Tour with Walking Sightseeing and Local Guide:
$50
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Florence's Food Tour with Authentic Local Tastigs and Sightseeing:
$50
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Florence Street Food Tour and sightseeing with Central Market:
$50
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Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in the heart of Florence:
$51
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Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine:
$53
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Cooking Class in Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Making Unlimited Wine:
$54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
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Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local:
$106
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Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña:
$117
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Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef:
$178
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Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure:
$245
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Tuscany
For Tuscany, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER:
$3.57
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Sunset Walking Tour:
$3.58
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Private Tour to the Laboratory of Artistic Ceramics in Tuscany:
$3.58
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Florence Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour:
$4.17
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Florence at Your Feet : A Tour of Its Historic Jewels:
$4.77
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Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Florence:
$5.96
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Pienza Self-Guided Interactive Walking Tour with Quizzes:
$5.98
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AudioZoom into Florence: A Self-Guided Walking Tour:
$5.99
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Arezzo Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local:
$6.55
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Firenze Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide:
$6.57
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Florence Medici Quest: Self-Guided Conspiracy Adventure:
$7.16
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San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone:
$8.34
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo:
$90
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A Coruña Private Walking Tour :
$90
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A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour:
$10
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Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña:
$78
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Day Tour to the Vigo Christmas Lights from Santiago de Compostela:
$54
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Discover Coruña 60 Minute Private Tour in Tuk tuk:
$179
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Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña:
$59
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Discover Vigo Historical and Cultural Private Walking Tour:
$56
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Discover Vigo: Historical and Cultural Walking Tour:
$24
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E-bike Tour La Coruña:
$71
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E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor:
$149
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EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour:
$32
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Tuscany
Also in Tuscany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Florence Wine Tasting at Ponte Vecchio with Sommelier:
$4.78
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Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa:
$18
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Winery tour and wine tasting of organic Chianti wines and extra virgin oil:
$24
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Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery:
$24
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Tenimenti d'Alessandro - Winery visit and wine tasting:
$24
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Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina:
$25
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Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano:
$27
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Wine Tasting Experience near Florence:
$30
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Wine Tasting "Santa Chiara":
$30
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Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside:
$30
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Tuscan Brewery Guided Tour with beer and food tasting:
$30
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Bolgheri: Classic Wine Tasting with Winery Tour:
$30
Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:
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Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience:
$35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tuscany and Galicia, we can see that Tuscany is more expensive. And not only is Galicia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Galicia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Galicia 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 Tuscany would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tuscany than you might in Galicia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tuscany Expensive? and Is Galicia Expensive?.
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