Is Pereira Expensive?

Is Pereira expensive to visit?

Pereira is a fairly affordable travel destination with an average daily cost of $66. Compared to the rest of South America, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in South America for its travel costs, comparable to places like Montevideo and Foz do Iguacu.



Pereira, Colombia

How expensive is Pereira?

The average cost of traveling to Pereira can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $66 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Pereira here.

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

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Pereira will cost around $197 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $394.

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

On average, a one week trip to Pereira costs about $460 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 one week trip costs $920.

Is it expensive to backpack in Pereira?

Pereira is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 5 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $13 per night. (See hostel prices in Pereira here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $17 and the cheapest around $8 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Pereira.

  • $8 for a dorm bed at Casa Azul Boutique Hostel
  • $17 for a dorm bed at Albore Hostal
  • $8 for a dorm bed at Ventiuna

Are hotels expensive in Pereira?

Hotel prices in Pereira are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $45 per night for a room on average. There are around [5_STAR_COUNT] five star hotels in the city and they average [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. Three star hotels average $48 a night and two star hotels average $31 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Pereira
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
4 stars 6 $46
3 stars 24 $48
2 stars 9 $31
1 star 2 $103

Av Circunvalar 12-37, Pereira
Overall Rating 9.2
Kilometro 7 via Pereira-Cartago, Pereira
Overall Rating 9.0

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Pereira?

Activities and things to do in Pereira 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 $19 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $15.

    • Cocora, Salento and Coffee Experience: $258
    • Cocora Valley and Salento Hike Tour: $79
    • Cocora Valley, Salento and Coffee Farm Day Tour : $124
    • Full Day Private Tour to Valle del Cócora and Salento: $182
    • Tour to hot springs of Santa Rosa from Pereira, Armenia or Salento: $104
    • Coffee Tour, Sighting Pereira: $125
    • Santa Rita Waterfall and Salento Hike Tour: $48
    • Hacienda Experience: $160

    Is food expensive in Pereira?

    Food in Pereira can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $23 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $12. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    Is transportation expensive in Pereira?

    Local transportation in Pereira can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $21 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $8. 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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