Should I Visit Accra or Boston for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Accra or Boston?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Boston, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Accra or Boston?

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest and most historic cities in New England. It is also the capital of the state of Massachusetts and the largest city in the region. The city proper covers 48 square miles and has a population of more than 600,000. The Greater Boston area has 4.5 million people and is the tenth largest metropolitan area in the country.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.

Which place is cheaper, Boston or Accra?

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

Accra Prices
Ghana Prices

Boston Prices
USA Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Accra $41

Boston $291

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $41, while the average daily cost in Boston is $291. 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 Accra and Boston in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Accra $17

Boston $166
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Accra $34

Boston $332

Compare Hotels in Accra and Boston

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Boston? 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.

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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: Accra Hotel Prices and Boston Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Accra $15

Boston $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $45
Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $71
Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
Airport & City Transfers: $100
Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston

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

Taxi

$35
Subway Daily Pass

$9.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boston:

Private Departure Transfer to Boston Airport BOS: $28
Private Transfer Boston Airport BOS to Boston Downtown: $42
One Way Airport Transfer Service: $68
BOS Airport Private Transfer to Boston(downtown): $70
Round Trip Private Transfer Boston Airport BOS to Boston Downtown: $83
Departure Private Transfer Boston to Boston Airport BOS: $97
Private Transfer from Boston City to Boston (BOS) Airport: $99
Boston Downtown: Private One-Way Transfer From/To BOS: $111
Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) to Flynn Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $118
Flynn Cruise Port to Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)- Departure Private Transfer: $119
Private Transfer from Boston Airport (BOS) to Flynn Cruise Port: $119
Boston Logan International Airport: Transfer to Boston: $120

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Boston?

Prices for flights to both Boston and Accra 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

Accra $15

Boston $86

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.

Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $20
Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $43
Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $60
Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $67
Cooking Class: $75
Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Food Tours and Market Tours : $116
Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135
Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $179

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Boston.

Self Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Solo Walking Tour : $5.50
Boston's North End Pizza & History Walking Food Tour: $55
North End Pizza Walking Tour with 3 Slices & Cannoli: $55
Pizza Beer and Paul Revere Tour: $60
North End Food Experience with Pizza, Meats & Cheese: $68
Boston's North End Small Group Food Tour : $76
Boston’s Politically Incorrect North End Food tour: $96
Union Square, Somerville Neighborhood Food Tour: $100
Devour North End Guided Food Tour & Market Visit: $109
Devour Food Tour of North End & Public Market: $109
Local Gems of the South End Neighborhood Food Tour: $110
Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour: $111

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Accra $3.07

Boston $33

Tours and Activities in Accra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:

Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
Makola Market Walking Tour: $58
Accra City Tour Experience: $60
Accra City:Accra city Tour for Culture Seekers (Private: $65
Half-Day Private Tour of Nima Market with Pick Up: $65
Accra City Tour Experience: $68
Kwame Nkrumah Museum, Independence Square & More Tour: $70
Accra Central: Street Food Walking Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $72
Walking Tour of Accra: $75
Accra City Tour Experience: $80
Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $80
City Tour with a Local Guide: $80

Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Boston are as follows:

Two Tickets to Celtics Game

$101
Duck Tour

$32

Tours and Activities in Boston

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Boston are as follows:

Underground Railroad Audio App Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
Interactive Augmented Reality Experience Along The Freedom Trail: $5.00
Self Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Audio/GPS Walking Tour: $5.00
Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem: $5.00
The Ghosts of Boston's Past Haunted Self-guided Tour: $5.00
Self-Guided Boston Christmas Tour: $5.00
2 Hour Boston Historical and Heritage Walking Tour: $5.00
Self-Guided Audio Tour of Boston North End: $5.75
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour Boston App EMF Reader: $5.95
Self-Guided Freedom Trail Walking Audio Tour w/ App: $5.99
The Mysterious Porcelain Club Quest Experience in Harvard Yard: $6.81
Boston Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.34

For more ideas for your next trip, check out Free Things to Do in Boston, Must-See Monuments and Memorials In Boston, and The Best Things To Do in Boston with Kids.

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Accra $4.40

Boston $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Boston

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Boston:

Boston Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns: $30
Salem Booze and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl by US Ghost Adventures: $35
Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl: $39
History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail: $59
Boston Small-Group Freedom Trail History Tour Pub Crawl: $60
Freedom Trail History Tour & Brewery Taste: $70
Freedom Trail History Tour & Brewery Taste: $70
From Hive to Glass: Local Meadery Tour & Wine Tasting: $76
Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack: $105
Signature Boston Guided Brewery Tour with snack: $119

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Boston, we can see that Boston is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Boston is in North 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Boston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Boston than you might in Accra.

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

Which is Bigger, Accra or Boston?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Boston. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Boston, 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.

When is the best time to visit Accra or Boston?

Boston has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Summer?

Both Boston and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Boston in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Accra is generally around the same temperature as Boston. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 25°C (77°F), and Boston fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).

In July, Accra usually receives more rain than Boston. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Boston receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain each month for the summer.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Accra 25°C (77°F)

Boston 73°F (23°C)

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Autumn?

Both Boston and Accra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Boston for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Accra is much warmer than Boston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Boston fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).

Accra usually gets less rain in October than Boston. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain this time of the year.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Accra 26°C (79°F)

Boston 54°F (12°C)

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Boston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Boston because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

The weather in Boston can be very cold. In the winter, Accra is much warmer than Boston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Accra in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Boston averages at about 29°F (-2°C).

In January, Accra usually receives less rain than Boston. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain each month for the winter.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Accra 27°C (81°F)

Boston 29°F (-2°C)

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Accra as well as Boston. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Boston this time of year.

In April, Accra is generally much warmer than Boston. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 28°C (82°F), and Boston fluctuates around 48°F (9°C).

Accra receives a lot of rain in the spring. Accra usually gets more rain in April than Boston. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain this time of the year.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Accra 28°C (82°F)

Boston 48°F (9°C)

Typical Weather for Boston and Accra

	Accra		Boston
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	27°C (81°F)	18 mm (0.7 in)	29°F (-2°C)	3.4 inches (87 mm)
Feb	28°C (82°F)	30 mm (1.2 in)	30°F (-1°C)	3.7 inches (94 mm)
Mar	28°C (82°F)	70 mm (2.8 in)	38°F (4°C)	3.7 inches (95 mm)
Apr	28°C (82°F)	117 mm (4.6 in)	48°F (9°C)	3.5 inches (89 mm)
May	27°C (81°F)	120 mm (4.7 in)	58°F (15°C)	3.2 inches (82 mm)
Jun	26°C (79°F)	281 mm (11.1 in)	68°F (20°C)	3.1 inches (79 mm)
Jul	25°C (77°F)	86 mm (3.4 in)	73°F (23°C)	2.9 inches (74 mm)
Aug	24°C (75°F)	29 mm (1.1 in)	72°F (22°C)	3.2 inches (82 mm)
Sep	25°C (77°F)	73 mm (2.9 in)	64°F (18°C)	3.1 inches (79 mm)
Oct	26°C (79°F)	49 mm (1.9 in)	54°F (12°C)	3.3 inches (84 mm)
Nov	27°C (81°F)	31 mm (1.2 in)	45°F (7°C)	4.3 inches (108 mm)
Dec	27°C (81°F)	20 mm (0.8 in)	33°F (1°C)	3.9 inches (99 mm)

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Boston for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Boston?

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

Where Should I go: Accra or Boston?

Accra

Boston

Which place is cheaper, Boston or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Boston

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Boston?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston

Tours and Activities in Boston

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Boston

Which is Bigger, Accra or Boston?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Boston?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Boston and Accra

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Boston for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Boston?

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

Where Should I go: Accra or Boston?

Accra

Boston

Which place is cheaper, Boston or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Boston

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Boston?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston

Tours and Activities in Boston

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Boston

Which is Bigger, Accra or Boston?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Boston?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Boston in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Boston and Accra

Related Articles for Boston

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