Should I Visit Asuncion or Sucre for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Asuncion or Sucre?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or Sucre, 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: Asuncion or Sucre?

Asuncion

Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.

Sucre

Sucre is famous for its gorgeous town center and delightful climate, making it for many Bolivia's most beautiful city. Also considered the symbolic heart of the nation, 'La ciudad blanca' or the white city has preserved stunning whitewashed buildings sheltering pretty patios and other beauties of colonial architecture. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991 and is under strict controls on development. It offers many attractions including historic buildings and a renowned theatre, but you can also wander around prehistoric sites and discover indigenous culture in the surrounding towns and countryside.

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For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Bolivia, and The Best Eco Tours in Bolivia.

Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Asuncion?

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

Asuncion Prices
Paraguay Prices

Sucre Prices
Bolivia Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Asuncion $75

Sucre $57

The average daily cost (per person) in Asuncion is $75, while the average daily cost in Sucre is $57. 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 Asuncion and Sucre in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Asuncion $21

Sucre $11
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Asuncion $42

Sucre $22

Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Sucre

Looking for a hotel in Asuncion or Sucre? 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: Asuncion Hotel Prices and Sucre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Asuncion $8.23

Sucre $12

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre

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

Taxi Ride

$1.44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sucre

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

Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines: $227
Private MiniVan or Bus Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre: $28
Departure Transfer from Sucre to Sucre Airport by MiniVan or Bus: $27

Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Sucre?

Prices for flights to both Sucre and Asuncion 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

Asuncion $28

Sucre $32

Typical Food Prices in Sucre

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

Dinner

$4.47
Juice

$0.86
Juice

$1.01
Chocolate

$1.73
Cappuccino

$4.32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sucre

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

Traditional Bolivian Cooking Class w/ Cocktail Making by La Boca del Sapo, Sucre: $40

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Asuncion $15

Sucre $16

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

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

Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $33
Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $32
Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $110
Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $115
Day Tour “Cerrito”: $231
Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $230

Tours and Activities in Sucre

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

2-Day Icla Canyon Tour from Sucre: $87
From Uyuni salt flat tour 2 days 1 night: $125
Hiking Tour in El Palmar from Sucre Bolivia: $250
Historical and Cultural Walking Tour in Sucre with Guide: $12
JATUN YAMPARA - Agro-artisan Indigenous Nucleus -Full Day Tours + Lunch: $85
JATUN YAMPARA - Nucleo Indigena, Agroartesanal - Half Day Tours: $66
Private Cultural Tour in Sucre with Visit to 3 Museums: $45
Private Half Day Tour: Sucre Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up: $67
Sucre - Walking City Tour - Half Day - English Speaking guide: $64
Sucre City Tour With Visit to Cretaceous Park: $123
Sucre | City tour and museums | Private: $105
Free Walking tour (History, culture and traditions): $0.50

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Asuncion $9.66

Sucre $13

Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:

Beer

$1.14

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

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

Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Sucre?

Asuncion has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sucre. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion and Sucre, 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.

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Should you visit Asuncion or Sucre?

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

Where Should I go: Asuncion or Sucre?

Asuncion

Sucre

Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Asuncion?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Sucre

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sucre

Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Sucre?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Sucre

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sucre

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

Tours and Activities in Sucre

Alcohol

Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Sucre?

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Should you visit Asuncion or Sucre?

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

Where Should I go: Asuncion or Sucre?

Asuncion

Sucre

Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Asuncion?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Sucre

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sucre

Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Sucre?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Sucre

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sucre

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Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Sucre?

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