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

Should you visit Accra or Toulouse?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?

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.

Toulouse

Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Toulouse or Accra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $33, while the average daily cost in Toulouse is $138. 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 Toulouse in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Accra $17
    Toulouse $72
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Accra $34
    Toulouse $144
Compare Hotels in Accra and Toulouse

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Toulouse? 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 Accra


Hotels in Toulouse


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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 Toulouse Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Accra $14
    Toulouse $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

  • Historic Slave Walking Tour of Jamestown with Transfers: $121
  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $111

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse

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

  • Private transfer Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS by Car or Van: $42
  • Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $42
  • Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
  • Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
  • Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $89

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Toulouse?

Prices for flights to both Toulouse 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 $8.27
    Toulouse $39

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

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

  • Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
  • Private Ghanaian Cuisine Cooking Class: $80
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
  • Food Tour in Accra: $277

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse

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

  • No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $53
  • Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $105
  • Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $107

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Accra $2.96
    Toulouse $17

Tours and Activities in Accra

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

  • 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
  • Accra City Tour: $150
  • Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $100
  • Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
  • Accra Zoo, Canopy Walk and Botanical Gardens Private Tour: $145
  • Cape Coast Root ,History, & Active Adventure tour: $174
  • 1 Day cocoa farm tour: $236
  • 6 Hours Cape Coast Tour: $210
  • 6-Hour Private Guided Accra City Tour: $60
  • 7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
  • A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
  • A Tour to Boti Falls: $150

Tours and Activities in Toulouse

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

  • Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.17
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.48
  • Toulouse Old Town Treasure Quest Experience: $6.63
  • Toulouse Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $6.64
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.07
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $7.07
  • Toulouse's Timeless Splendor: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $11
  • Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
  • Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Accra $4.24
    Toulouse $8.17

Sample the Local Flavors in Toulouse

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:

  • Pub Crawl Toulouse: $20
  • Cheese and wine tasting workshop with a local cheesemonger: $71
  • From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $540


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse 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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse 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 Toulouse Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Accra or Toulouse?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?

Toulouse 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 Toulouse in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Accra as well as Toulouse. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Toulouse for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Accra is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Accra in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Toulouse averages at about 22°C (72°F).

Accra usually gets more rain in July than Toulouse. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Accra 25°C (77°F) 
    Toulouse 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Accra or Toulouse in the Autumn?

Both Toulouse 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, many visitors come to Toulouse in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Accra is generally much warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 26°C (79°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

In October, Accra usually receives around the same amount of rain as Toulouse. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Accra 26°C (79°F) 
    Toulouse 15°C (60°F)

Should I visit Accra or Toulouse in the Winter?

Both Toulouse 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, most visitors come to Toulouse for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Accra is much warmer than Toulouse in the winter. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Toulouse fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

Accra usually gets less rain in January than Toulouse. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Accra 27°C (81°F) 
    Toulouse 6°C (44°F)

Should I visit Accra or Toulouse in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Toulouse. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Accra is much warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Accra in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Toulouse averages at about 12°C (54°F).

Accra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Toulouse. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Accra 28°C (82°F) 
    Toulouse 12°C (54°F)

Typical Weather for Toulouse and Accra

Accra Toulouse
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 6°C (44°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Mar 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 10°C (49°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Apr 28°C (82°F) 117 mm (4.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 16°C (60°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 22°C (71°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 20°C (67°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (60°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 10°C (50°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)