Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Baltimore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Baltimore or Victoria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Baltimore and Victoria can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Baltimore or Victoria?
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBaltimore $184Victoria $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Baltimore is $184, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $182. 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 Baltimore and Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBaltimore $93Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBaltimore $186Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Baltimore and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Baltimore or Victoria? 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: Baltimore Hotel Prices and Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Baltimore $21Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
- Private Transfer from Baltimore Cruise Port to Baltimore city: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
- Private Airport Transfer: Baltimore Airport BWI to Washington in Luxury SUV: $188
- Oakland to San Francisco Airport (SFO)-Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI - Business Vehicle: $111
- Private Transfer to BWI or Washington DC/Airports: $160
- Baltimore to New York J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) - Departure Private Transfer: $155
- Baltimore to NY Kennedy Airport JFK Departure Private Transfer: $155
- Baltimore to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - Departure Private Transfer: $165
- Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) to Washington - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $186
- Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) to Washington - Arrival Private Transfer: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Victoria: $206
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $74
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $87
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Hotel Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $83
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $73
- Seaplane Transfer between Victoria and Whistler: $219
Is it cheaper to fly into Baltimore or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria and Baltimore 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 dayBaltimore $46Victoria $27
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $67
- Federal Hill Food Tour: $71
- Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $73
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $74
- Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $101
- Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $119
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $126
- Baltimore New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise: $251
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chocolate Lovers Food Tour: $44
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $58
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $59
- Victoria Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $73
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Baltimore $18Victoria $45
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Assateague Island Cruise Departs from Ocean Pines: $45
- Baltimore Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $44
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise Tour: $105
- Baltimore Ghosts By US Ghost Adventures: $24
- Baltimore Harbor Tour: $28
- Baltimore Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $92
- Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game Ticket at Oriole Park: $27
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Baltimore Signature Lunch Cruise: $67
- Baltimore Walking Foodie Tour in Fells Point: $99
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Victoria self-guided tour App - multilingual AudioGuide: $4.28
- Victoria Harbor: Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $5.11
- 2.5-hour Tips-Based City Walking Tour: $6.58
- Victoria, BC: Murder Mystery Detective Experience: $11
- Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $13
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Experience Victoria by Foot Walking Tour: $15
- Butterfly Gardens Admission Ticket: $15
- Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria: $16
- Cultural & Historical Victoria Walking Tour: $16
- Malahat SkyWalk General Admission Tickets: $29
- Experience Victoria City Tour: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBaltimore $17Victoria $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $33
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- From Patapsco Region Wine Tour with Lunch: $175
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $48
- 3-Hour Street Art & Craft Beer Tour of Victoria, Brewery Tour & Tasting included: $101
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $134
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $439
When comparing the travel costs between Baltimore and Victoria, we can see that Baltimore is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Baltimore Expensive? and Is Victoria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Baltimore or Victoria?
Baltimore has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Victoria. When comparing the sizes of Baltimore and Victoria, 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 Baltimore or Victoria?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Baltimore or Victoria in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Baltimore as well as Victoria. Many visitors come to Baltimore in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Baltimore is much warmer than Victoria. Typically, the summer temperatures in Baltimore in July average around 78°F (25°C), and Victoria averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Baltimore receives a lot of rain in the summer. Baltimore usually gets more rain in July than Victoria. Baltimore gets 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBaltimore 78°F (25°C)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Victoria in the Autumn?
Both Victoria and Baltimore are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Baltimore for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Baltimore is generally a little warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Baltimore average around 57°F (14°C), and Victoria fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In October, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Victoria. Baltimore gets 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBaltimore 57°F (14°C)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Victoria in the Winter?
Both Victoria and Baltimore during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Victoria in the winter. The weather in Baltimore can be very cold. Baltimore is much colder than Victoria in the winter. The daily temperature in Baltimore averages around 32°F (0°C) in January, and Victoria fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Victoria gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Baltimore usually gets less rain in January than Victoria. Baltimore gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBaltimore 32°F (0°C)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Victoria in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Baltimore and Victoria. The activities around the city are the main draw to Baltimore this time of year.
In the spring, Baltimore is a little warmer than Victoria. Typically, the spring temperatures in Baltimore in April average around 54°F (12°C), and Victoria averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In April, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Victoria. Baltimore gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBaltimore 54°F (12°C)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Baltimore
| Baltimore | Victoria | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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