Is Ontario Expensive?

Is Ontario expensive to visit?

While Ontario is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $14070. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in North America, which is known to be an expensive region, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in North America for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to other cities in the country.

Ontario has a handful of popular destinations that attract visitors. One of the most expensive places to visit is Toronto. For more affordability, you can see Ottawa.

Niagara Falls, Canada

How expensive is Ontario?

For a trip to Ontario, travelers spend on average $14070 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for Ontario here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

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

On average, a weekend trip to Ontario costs about $42,209 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $84,418.

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

A one week trip to Ontario costs about $98,488 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 one week trip costs $196,975.

Ottawa, Canada

Is it expensive to backpack in Ontario?

Ontario has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

The Toronto Skyline

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Ontario?

In Ontario, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $1,521 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $24.

• St. Clair West and Casa Loma Food and Walking Experience: $109
• Cabbagetown In Colour: A Walking Tour of Toronto: $28
• Ottawa Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with TURTLE Sightings: $55
• Hornblower Boat and Walking Tour of Niagara Falls: $74
• Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto: Cruise & Behind Falls: $80
• Toronto's Greatest Hits Walking Tour: $18
• Private Toronto City Highlights Walking Tour: $127
• Niagara Day Trip by Micko with Cruise AND/OR Skylon!: $81

Is food expensive in Ontario?

In Ontario, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $4,512 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $62.

• Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour: $96
• Toronto Express Canadian Food Tour: 90 Min with Our Founder: $64
• European Evening Walking Food Tour in London, Ontario: $92
• Toronto Food Tour With Distillery District & Beaver Tails: $110
• Niagara Falls Night Tour Dinner and Fireworks Boat Cruise: $191
• Niagara-on-the-Lake Evening Beer & Wine Country Dinner Tour: $248

Is transportation expensive in Ontario?

The prices of local transportation in Ontario can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $2,187 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $22. 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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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.