A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Agra vs. Canberra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Agra or Canberra?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Canberra, 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: Agra or Canberra?

Agra

In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.

While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.

Canberra

There is something special about the capital city of Australia. Canberra's not just a wonderful spot for outdoor adventures. It's a city completely designed and built up around the coast of an artificial lake. When architects Walter Burley and Marion Mahony Griffin proposed their plans for Canberra it was met with a lot of criticism. Many people thought it would be a "waste of a good sheep pasture."

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.


Which place is cheaper, Canberra or Agra?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $54, while the average daily cost in Canberra is $153. 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 Agra and Canberra in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Agra $15
    Canberra $79
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Agra $30
    Canberra $158
Compare Hotels in Agra and Canberra

Looking for a hotel in Agra or Canberra? 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 Agra


Hotels in Canberra


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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: Agra Hotel Prices and Canberra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Agra $9.96
    Canberra $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.58

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra

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

  • Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
  • Transfer from Agra to New Delhi by Private Car: $60
  • Transfer from Agra to Jaipur: $90
  • Transfer Agra to Delhi by Private AC Car: $75
  • Transfer Agra To Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri & Stepwell: $57
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal,Fatehpur Sikri & Abhaneri Stepwell Tour Wid Transfer To Jaipur: $106
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $14
  • Smooth Departure Transfer by Car from Agra to Lucknow: $100
  • Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $5.85
  • Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
  • Private transfer from Agra to Jaipur by Car: $80
  • Private one way Transfer Agra to Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri: $70

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canberra

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

  • Canberra Airport (CBR) to Canberra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
  • Canberra to Canberra Airport (CBR) - Departure Private Transfer: $59
  • Canberra Int'l Airport (CBR) to Canberra Arrival Private Transfer: $59

Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Canberra?

Prices for flights to both Canberra and Agra 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
    Agra $26
    Canberra $58
Typical Food Prices in Agra

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


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.08

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra

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

  • Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.70
  • Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $21
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
  • Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
  • Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $28
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $28
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40
  • A Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration in Agra (Lunch or Dinner): $40
  • Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Agra : $41

Typical Food Prices in Canberra

For Canberra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch
    $16

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Agra $19
    Canberra $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra

For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entry to the Red Fort for Two
    $6.92
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $17

Tours and Activities in Agra

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

  • Agra Full day Sightseeing with Transports & Tour Guide: $37
  • Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
  • Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
  • Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
  • Private Skip The Line Tour Taj Mahal Guided Tour : $12
  • Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $40
  • "Yamuna Serenity: Backside Taj Mahal Tour": $104
  • 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $81
  • 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
  • 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
  • 2 Day: Jaipur Tour from Agra with 5 Star Hotel & Drop at Delhi: $216
  • 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85

Tours and Activities in Canberra

For Canberra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders: $192
  • Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour in Canberra: $35
  • Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour: $13
  • Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily: $13
  • Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour: $107
  • Best of Wildlife Tour: $85
  • City Highlights Day Tour with Entrance Fees: $112
  • Discover Gems of Private Full-Day Tour: $806
  • Discover Pearls of Canberra – Private Walking Tour: $300
  • Discover Pearls of Canberra - Private Walking Tour: $133
  • First Australians Tour | 3pm Daily: $13
  • From Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour: $131

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Agra $9.28
    Canberra $15

Typical Alcohol Prices in Canberra

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Canberra from other travelers:


  • Drinks at a Bar
    $8.80

Sample the Local Flavors in Canberra

Also in Canberra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • 2 People - Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements Canberra: $83
  • Canberra Brewery and Beer Tour in 3 Hours: $94
  • Canberra Brewery Winery and Distillery Tour: $109
  • Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch: $124
  • 2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch: $172


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

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


Which is Bigger, Agra or Canberra?

Agra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Canberra. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Canberra, 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.