Which place is cheaper, Nice or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Nice?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Nice. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Nice?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $119Nice $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $119, while the average daily cost in Nice is $189. 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 Ankara and Nice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $48Nice $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $96Nice $134
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Nice
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Nice? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Nice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $32Nice $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $43
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $52
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $52
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $52
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $52
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $54
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $110
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $110
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Airport Transfer: Nice City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $92
- Airport transfer Nice from to Monaco: $162
- Arrival Transfer from Nice Airport NCE to Nice city by Sedan: $75
- Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Cannes in Business Car: $115
- Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Monaco in Luxury Van: $138
- Departure Transfer: Monaco to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car: $115
- Departure Transfer: Monaco to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van: $131
- Departure Transfer: Villefranche Port to Nice Airport: $58
- Ferry Transfer to Sainte Marguerite Island from Nice: $63
- From Jewels of Provence Full-Day Tour with Transfers: $91
- From Nice Airport Private Transfer to Saint-Tropez: $341
- Luxury Transfer Cannes, Monaco or Cap d Antibes to Nice Airport: $176
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Nice?
Prices for flights to both Nice and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $48Nice $97
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $90
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee$2.84
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Strawberries$4.55
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Loaf of Bread$3.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Nice : gourmet food Tour: Enjoy Mediterranean delicacies: $40
- Nantes/Angers food tour : Discover Anjou or Loire's flavors: $41
- Nice Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $92
- Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $92
- Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $94
- Secret Food Tours Nice Market and Old Town Food Tour: $99
- Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide: $101
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $103
- Secret Food Tour: Nice: $108
- The Flavors of Nice Food Tour: $109
- Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $110
- Nice : Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran - Villefranche, Cap Ferrat: $113
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $29Nice $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.21
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $33
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $33
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $34
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $35
- Private Tour with a Local: $40
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- İstanbul: Full-Day Tour with Grand Bazaar: $180
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $232
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Old Town Highlights Walking Tour: $5.68
- Monaco Formula 1 Circuit Self Guided Walking Tour with App: $7.20
- Ticket to Musée National du Sport: $9.09
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $10
- Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Premium Self-Guided Bike Tours with AI Virtual Guide: $11
- Antibes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $13
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour in Nice: $13
- Monaco's Neighbourhoods: A Self-Guide Audio Tour : $15
- Allianz Stadium and National Sports Museum Tour: $20
- Fun, interactive and autonomous tour of Nice solo or as a team: $23
- Antibes Walking Tour + little tasting: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $13Nice $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nice Bar/Pub Crawl | 3 BEST Bars & 1 Club With Free Drinks!: $14
- Nice :Pub Crawl with 6 Free Shots and VIP Bars&Club Access: $17
- Riviera Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Vip Club Entry: $23
- Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $23
- International Party Pub Crawl Bar Crawl with Nightclub: $23
- Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people: $26
- St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry: $28
- Pub Crawl Nice : Drink, Laugh, Meet the World: $29
- Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks: $34
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $38
- New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl: $45
- New Years Eve Pub Crawl in Nice: $57
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Nice, we can see that Nice is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice than you might in Ankara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Nice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Nice?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nice. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Nice, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.