Which place is cheaper, Paris or Accra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Accra or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Paris, 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 Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Safaris in Ghana, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAccra $52Paris $302
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $52, while the average daily cost in Paris is $302. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $22Paris $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $44Paris $350
Compare Hotels in Accra and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $19Paris $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $79
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $75
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $35
- Private Accra Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet: $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.30
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Train from Airport$10
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Metro tickets$7.75
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from/to CDG, ORLY airports DISNEYLAND: $23
- Transfer from/to PARISNORMANDY (DEAUVILLE, MONT ST MICHEL): $23
- McArthurGlen Paris-Giverny Designer Outlet transfer from Paris: $33
- Paris CDG Airport to and from Paris City and Disneyland Transfer: $34
- Paris Private Transfer: One-Way City Ride: $37
- Private Transfer Service in Paris – Select Your Route: $39
- Notre Dame Interior and Exterior tour with Optional transfer: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer: Paris Train Station to Hotel: $44
- CDG/ORY Airport Private Transfer to/from Paris City Center: $45
- Private Transfer CDG Airport→ Disneyland by Sedan: $46
- Paris Private Airport Transfers - Comfort Cars: $46
- Transfer From/To Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG): $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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
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Food Meals for one dayAccra $19Paris $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra with Local Drinks: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.12
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Breakfast$7.98
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Breakfast for 2$34
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Dinner on River Cruise$98
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Dinner$65
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $66
- Paris Seine River dinner cruise from Alexandre III bridge: $68
- Seine River Cruise and Dinner at Traditional Parisian Restaurant: $74
- Paris Theo Boat Seine River Italian Trattoria Style Dinner Cruise: $75
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris: $75
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $75
- Paris Food Tour: $80
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $83
- 2 Hour Express Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $87
- Award Winning Local Paris Food Tour with Cheeses, Wines & Secrets: $87
- Montmartre Pastries and Chocolate Food Tour with 6+ Tastings: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $3.96Paris $87
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $81
- 2 Days Exciting Accra and Cape Coast City Tour: $250
- 2-Day Accra & Cape Coast Tour: $200
- 3.5 Hours Private City Tour of Accra: $120
- A Day Tour of Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park: $280
- Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $150
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Asenema Waterfalls Day Tour: $165
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
- Accra - Ada Aqua Safari - Friendly Tours: $230
- Accra City Day Tour-History,Culture,Markets&Independence Square: $40
- Accra City Experience in 4 Hours: $135
- Accra City Half Day Tour Experience of a Lifetime: $200
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.70
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Catacombs (2)$26
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Free Perfume Museum & Opera District Tour in English: $2.77
- Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based): $3.25
- Paris Hidden Gems: Self Guided Secret Spots Tour: $3.47
- Montmartre Walking Tour: Artists & the Soul of Paris: $3.47
- Paris Le Marais Self Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.48
- Paris Notre-Dame Tour with Scheduled Group Access: $3.48
- Paris Montmartre Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt: $3.48
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Paris: $4.63
- Rude Bastards Tour of Paris: $4.63
- Central Paris Highlights Walking Tour: $4.64
- Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based): $4.64
- Louvre Museum, Self Guided Video Tour: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $5.68Paris $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- The Original Pub Crawl + Free Shots + VIP Club Entry: $20
- Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $20
- Paris Montmartre Cheese Charcuterie Wine Tasting with Audio Tour: $29
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $29
- Visit and tasting at the distillery L'Alambic Parisien: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $41
- Paris A burlesque cabaret in a former brothel: $43
- Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $54
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $68
- Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $70
- Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris is in Europe, 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Paris, 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 Paris?
Paris 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 Paris in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Accra as well as Paris. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Accra is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 25°C (77°F), and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Accra usually gets more rain in July than Paris. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAccra 25°C (77°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Accra or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Paris because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Accra is much warmer than Paris in the autumn. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In October, Accra usually receives less rain than Paris. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAccra 26°C (79°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Accra or Paris in the Winter?
Both Paris and Accra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
It's quite cold in Paris in the winter. In the winter, Accra is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the winter temperatures in Accra in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Paris averages at about 5°C (40°F).
Accra usually gets less rain in January than Paris. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAccra 27°C (81°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Accra or Paris in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Paris. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Paris for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Accra is generally much warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 28°C (82°F), and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Accra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Paris. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAccra 28°C (82°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Accra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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