A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Acapulco de Juarez vs. Sucre for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre?

Acapulco de Juarez

Located on the southwestern Pacific Coast of Mexico is the beautiful beach city of Acapulco de Juarez. Acapulco is one of the original travel and resort destinations in Mexico, and it's still considered a popular spring break destination for Americans. Known as simply "Acapulco" to many travelers, this region is a popular spot for cruise lines to stop and timeshares to grow. Thanks to those cruise lines and timeshares, tourist activities like water parks and jet skis have experienced considerable growth.

Sucre

Sucre is famous for its gorgeous town center and delightful climate, making it for many Bolivia's most beautiful city. Also considered the symbolic heart of the nation, 'La ciudad blanca' or the white city has preserved stunning whitewashed buildings sheltering pretty patios and other beauties of colonial architecture. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991 and is under strict controls on development. It offers many attractions including historic buildings and a renowned theatre, but you can also wander around prehistoric sites and discover indigenous culture in the surrounding towns and countryside.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Mexico, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico, The Best 3-Day Tours from La Paz, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Bolivia.


Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Acapulco de Juarez?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Acapulco de Juarez Prices
    Mexico Prices
    Sucre Prices
    Bolivia Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Acapulco de Juarez $82
    Sucre $57

The average daily cost (per person) in Acapulco de Juarez is $82, while the average daily cost in Sucre is $57. 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 Acapulco de Juarez and Sucre in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Acapulco de Juarez $32
    Sucre $11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Acapulco de Juarez $64
    Sucre $22
Compare Hotels in Acapulco de Juarez and Sucre

Looking for a hotel in Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre? 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.

Hotels in Acapulco de Juarez


Hotels in Sucre


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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: Acapulco de Juarez Hotel Prices and Sucre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Acapulco de Juarez $13
    Sucre $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Acapulco de Juarez

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Acapulco de Juarez:

  • Private Airport Transfer &on 2nd Day 4Hr TourAll AttractionsCombo: $90
  • Acapulco Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $65
  • Acapulco hotels to Acapulco Airport (ACA) – Departure Private Transfer : $47
  • Acapulco Airport (ACA) to Acapulco hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
  • Transfer in private minivan from Bahía de Acapulco -Acapulco Airport (ACA): $31
  • Transfer in Private Vehicle from Acapulco Airport (ACA) -Bahía de Acapulco: $20

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sucre are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sucre

Also for Sucre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Departure Transfer from Sucre to Sucre Airport by MiniVan or Bus: $27
  • Private MiniVan or Bus Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre: $28
  • Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines: $250

Is it cheaper to fly into Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre?

Prices for flights to both Sucre and Acapulco de Juarez 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Acapulco de Juarez $40
    Sucre $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Acapulco de Juarez

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Acapulco de Juarez.

  • Cliff Divers Exhibition 2 Drinks + Tacos al Pastor Dinner & Beer: $55
  • High Divers DeLuxe Three Course Dinner + Two Drinks plus SUNSET: $66
  • Hands On Mexican Cooking Class with Food Tasting & Market Visit: $100
  • Super DeLuxe Bella Vista Dinner &1 Drink +2 Drinks at CliffDivers: $253
  • Off the Beaten Path Mexican Cooking Class Lagoon Boatride &Lunch: $286

Typical Food Prices in Sucre

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Sucre:


  • Dinner
    $4.48
  • Juice
    $0.87
  • Juice
    $1.01
  • Chocolate
    $1.73
  • Cappuccino
    $4.34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sucre

For Sucre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Traditional Bolivian Cooking Class w/ Cocktail Making by La Boca del Sapo, Sucre: $45

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Acapulco de Juarez $15
    Sucre $16

Tours and Activities in Acapulco de Juarez

Here are a few actual costs in Acapulco de Juarez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 4Hrs City Tour Exclusively for Hotels, Divers, Chapel & Mural.: $57
  • Acapulco Port Tour in 4 hours: $50
  • High Diver Optional Lunch + Shopping Tour Flea Market & Shops: $131
  • Small-Group or Private All Inclusive 4 Hours City Tour & Divers: $55
  • 4 Hrs Exclusive to Cruise Ship Passengers Sightseeing Experience : $60
  • 4Hrs Small Group Half Day City Tour with Lunch at High Divers: $80
  • 4hr Fun Guide Tour For Cruisers or Hotels Guests with Divers Show: $58
  • 6Hour Fun-Filled Tour: Perfect for Cruise Travelers & Hotel Stays: $83
  • 6Hr Cruise or Hotels City Tour, Divers, Baby Turtles Peace Chapel: $70
  • 6Hr Cruisers or Hotels High Diver Peace Chapel BabyTurtleRelease: $73
  • Acapulco City Tour: $68
  • Acapulco City Tour: $70

Tours and Activities in Sucre

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sucre.

  • Free Walking tour (History, culture and traditions): $0.50
  • Historical tour in the old and beautiful cemetery: $8.00
  • Historical and Cultural Walking Tour in Sucre with Guide: $12
  • Walking tour in History, Culture & Amazing Views: $13
  • Walking tour Sucre: $18
  • Private Cultural Tour in Sucre with Visit to 3 Museums: $45
  • Sucre - Walking City Tour - Half Day - English Speaking guide: $64
  • JATUN YAMPARA - Nucleo Indigena, Agroartesanal - Half Day Tours: $66
  • Private Half Day Tour: Sucre Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up: $67
  • JATUN YAMPARA - Agro-artisan Indigenous Nucleus -Full Day Tours + Lunch: $85
  • 2-Day Icla Canyon Tour from Sucre: $87
  • Sucre | City tour and museums | Private: $105

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Acapulco de Juarez $8.73
    Sucre $13


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Acapulco de Juarez and Sucre, we can see that Acapulco de Juarez is more expensive. And not only is Sucre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Acapulco de Juarez is in North America and Sucre is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Sucre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sucre 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 Acapulco de Juarez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Acapulco de Juarez than you might in Sucre.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Acapulco de Juarez Expensive? and Is Sucre Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Acapulco de Juarez or Sucre?

Acapulco de Juarez has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Sucre. When comparing the sizes of Acapulco de Juarez and Sucre, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.