Is Tarragona Expensive?

Is Tarragona expensive to visit?

Tarragona is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $301. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Milos and Como.



Tarragona, Spain

How expensive is Tarragona?

On average, visitors spend about $301 per day when visiting Tarragona (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $603 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Tarragona here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Tarragona?

A weekend trip to Tarragona costs about $904 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,808.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Tarragona?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Tarragona costs around $2,109 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $4,218.

Is it expensive to backpack in Tarragona?

Tarragona is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 3 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $29 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $26 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $32. (See hostel prices in Tarragona here.)

Are hotels expensive in Tarragona?

Hotel prices in Tarragona are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $121 per night for a room on average. There are around 3 five star hotels in the city and they average $114 per night. Three star hotels average $154 a night and two star hotels average $66 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Tarragona
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 3 $114
4 stars 5 $180
3 stars 26 $154
2 stars 15 $66
1 star 12 $90
No rating 16 $172

Autovia Tarragona-Reus (T-11), Km. 12, Tarragona
Overall Rating 8.8
Vía Augusta, 185, Playa Savinosa, Tarragona
Overall Rating 8.6

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Tarragona?

Activities and things to do in Tarragona can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $22 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $31.

  • Tarragona Hidden Gems Private Tour : $161
  • LOCAL FLAVORS! Half-Day Bike Tour with Olive Oil Tasting: $55
  • Tour monastery Poblet with hotel pickup : $57
  • Kids Buggy Experience in Salou: $72
  • Tour Siurana village medieval with hotel pickup : $56
  • Tarragona Highlights Private Tour: $149
  • Half Day Cycling Tour from Salou: $55
  • Tour 2 hours Quad Safari Salou: $173

Is food expensive in Tarragona?

Food in Tarragona can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $136 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $81. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Tarragona?

Local transportation in Tarragona can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $72 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $34. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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