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BarcelonavsTel Aviv

Both Barcelona and Tel Aviv are incredible destinations. Barcelona excels in Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean cuisine, while Tel Aviv stands out for beaches and nightlife.

Best for:nightlife · Barcelonabeaches · Barcelonaart lovers · Barcelona

At a glance

BarcelonaTel Aviv
Daily budget (mid-range)€192€233
Hotel per night (mid-range)€140€170
Best monthsMay, Jun, SepMar, Apr, Nov
Summer / winter28°C / 12°C30°C / 18°C
LanguageSpanishHebrew
CurrencyEuro (€)Israeli Shekel (ILS)

How they compare

  • Culture & History
    BarcelonaTel Aviv
  • Food & Dining
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  • Nightlife
    BarcelonaTel Aviv

Top tours and experiences in Barcelona

The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.

Barcelona in 1 Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell,Old Town & Pickup

Barcelona in 1 Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell,Old Town & Pickup

4.918,776 reviews8h
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket

Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket

4.410,331 reviews1h 30m
Park Guell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour in Barcelona

Park Guell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour in Barcelona

4.68,780 reviews1h
From Barcelona: Half-Day Montserrat, Tapas & Wine Tour

From Barcelona: Half-Day Montserrat, Tapas & Wine Tour

4.98,387 reviews6h
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Top tours and experiences in Tel Aviv

The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.

Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.41,047 reviews12h
Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

4.3737 reviews10h
Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.3557 reviews10h
Caesarea, Rosh Hanikra and Acre Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Caesarea, Rosh Hanikra and Acre Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.4409 reviews10h
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Is Barcelona or Tel Aviv cheaper?

For a mid-range traveller, Barcelona is about 18% cheaper per day than Tel Aviv.

Mid-rangeBarcelonaTel Aviv
Accommodation (per night)€140€170
Food and drinks (per day)€32€38
Sightseeing and activities (per day)€20€25
Total per day€192€233

Estimates exclude flights and long-distance transport.

Barcelona or Tel Aviv: weather by month

Average daily highs and lows and monthly rainfall, from weather-station records.

MonthBarcelonaTel Aviv
January
15°C / 9°C34 mmGood
19°C / 8°C121 mmFair
February
16°C / 9°C33 mmGood
20°C / 9°C85 mmFair
March
17°C / 11°C72 mmGood
22°C / 11°C30 mmGreat
April
19°C / 13°C57 mmGood
25°C / 13°C23 mmGreat
May
23°C / 16°C51 mmGreat
28°C / 17°C4 mmGood
June
27°C / 20°C26 mmGreat
31°C / 21°C1 mmGood
July
29°C / 23°C38 mmGood
32°C / 23°C0 mmHot
August
30°C / 24°C34 mmGood
33°C / 24°C0 mmHot
September
27°C / 21°C72 mmGreat
32°C / 22°C2 mmHot
October
23°C / 17°C76 mmGreat
30°C / 18°C21 mmGood
November
19°C / 12°C62 mmGood
26°C / 14°C77 mmGreat
December
16°C / 10°C33 mmGood
21°C / 10°C118 mmGreat
GreatGoodHotColdWetFair
Barcelona · Best months: May, June, and September
Tel Aviv · Best months: March, April, and November
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Top Attractions in Barcelona

  • 1Sagrada Familia
  • 2Park Güell
  • 3Gothic Quarter
  • 4La Boqueria Market
  • 5Barceloneta Beach
  • 6Casa Batlló

Top Attractions in Tel Aviv

  • 1Old Jaffa
  • 2Tel Aviv Beach
  • 3Carmel Market
  • 4White City (Bauhaus)
  • 5Neve Tzedek
  • 6Rothschild Boulevard

Barcelona is Popular With

couples
solo travelers
food lovers
architecture enthusiasts

Tel Aviv is Popular With

beach lovers
nightlife seekers
foodies
LGBTQ+ travelers

Hidden Gems

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Hidden Gems in Barcelona

  • 1

    Bunkers del Carmel

    Civil War anti-aircraft bunkers turned into the city's best viewpoint, popular with locals for sunset picnics.

  • 2

    Sant Pau Recinte Modernista

    A UNESCO-listed Art Nouveau hospital complex that rivals anything Gaudí built, yet sees a fraction of the visitors.

Hidden Gems in Tel Aviv

  • 1

    HaTachana (The Old Railway Station)

    A beautifully restored 19th-century Ottoman railway station complex in Neve Tzedek, now a chic open-air shopping and dining precinct.

  • 2

    Beit Bialik

    The restored home of Israel's national poet, Chaim Nachman Bialik, now a small museum dedicated to his life and work.

Neighborhoods to Explore

Discover the best areas to visit in each city

Top Areas in Barcelona

  • Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic)

    The ancient heart of Barcelona, a maze of narrow medieval streets, hidden squares, and remnants of Roman walls.

  • El Born

    Barcelona's trendiest neighborhood seamlessly blends medieval architecture with boutique shopping and a thriving cocktail bar scene.

Top Areas in Tel Aviv

  • Neve Tzedek

    Tel Aviv's first Jewish neighborhood outside Jaffa, now a beautifully preserved village-like enclave of narrow lanes and restored low-rise houses.

  • Florentin

    The gritty, creative soul of Tel Aviv.

Budget Comparison

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Budget in Barcelona

Daily Budget€120-200
Cost Level
budget

Budget in Tel Aviv

Daily Budget€150-250 / $165-275 for mid-range (3-star hotel, restaurant meals, some taxis, attractions)
Cost Level
budget

Where to stay in Barcelona

Hotels close to the centre of Barcelona, from budget to luxury. Prices are typical nightly rates at our last check.

Catalonia Portal de l'AngelMid-range

Catalonia Portal de l'Angel

0.1 km from the centre

€131 / night

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THE MO HOUSE GOTICMid-range

THE MO HOUSE GOTIC

0.1 km from the centre

€83 / night

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Aspasios Catedral ApartmentsUpscale

Aspasios Catedral Apartments

0.1 km from the centre

€155 / night

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Hotel Barcelona CatedralUpscale

Hotel Barcelona Catedral

0.1 km from the centre

€201 / night

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