A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Beirut vs. Baltimore for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Beirut or Baltimore?

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 Beirut and Baltimore. 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: Beirut or Baltimore?

Beirut

Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.

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.

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Which place is cheaper, Baltimore or Beirut?

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

  • Beirut Prices
    Lebanon Prices
    Baltimore Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Beirut $2.78
    Baltimore $184

The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.78, while the average daily cost in Baltimore is $184. 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 Beirut and Baltimore in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Beirut $1.26
    Baltimore $93
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Beirut $2.52
    Baltimore $186
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Baltimore

Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Baltimore? 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 Beirut


Hotels in Baltimore


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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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Baltimore Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Beirut $0.44
    Baltimore $21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut

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

  • Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
  • Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
  • Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
  • Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
  • Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:

  • Transfer Washington DC- New York: $800
  • Transfer Dulles IAD International Airport Sedan: $150
  • Transfer Dulles IAD International Airport: $190
  • Transfer BWI International Airport Sedan: $190
  • Transfer BWI International Airport: $220
  • Transfer Airport Washington DC- New York: $1,200
  • Transfer Airport DCA Ronald Reagan Sedan: $80
  • Transfer Airport DCA Ronald Reagan: $90
  • San Francisco Airport to Oakland: Round Trip Private Transfer: $89
  • Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Ronald Reagan Airport: $174
  • Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
  • Private Transfer from Baltimore Port to Baltimore Airport: $42

Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Baltimore?

Prices for flights to both Baltimore and Beirut 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
    Beirut $1.23
    Baltimore $46

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut

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

  • Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
  • Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
  • Motorbike Tour with Local Street Food Dinner: $50
  • Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
  • Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142

Typical Food Prices in Baltimore

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:


  • 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.

  • Private Hands-On Vegan Cooking Experience in Baltimore: $45
  • Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $59
  • Federal Hill Food Tour: $71
  • Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $73
  • Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $74
  • Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $74
  • Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
  • Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $88
  • Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home: $106
  • Discover Fells Point Culinary Food Tour: $109
  • Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $112
  • Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $133

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Beirut $0.26
    Baltimore $18

Tours and Activities in Beirut

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

  • Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $10
  • Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
  • Beirut Walking Tour - Discover Beirut by foot: $25
  • City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
  • Hidden Gems of Hamra and Ras A Walking Tour: $30
  • Beirut Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
  • Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
  • Lebanon's Historic Gems: Private Tour of Jeita, Byblos & Harissa: $40
  • Jeitta Grotto, Harissa and Byblos Tour: $40
  • Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $49
  • Private Full-Day Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa and Saint Charbel from Beirut: $50
  • Journey Through Time: Half-Day Private Tour to Baalbek: $50

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
  • Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise Tour: $110
  • Baltimore Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $92
  • Baltimore Monuments Walking Tour: $20
  • Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game Ticket at Oriole Park: $47
  • Baltimore Ravens Football Game Ticket at M&T Bank Stadium: $158
  • Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
  • Baltimore Signature Lunch Cruise: $76
  • Baltimore Walking Foodie Tour in Fells Point: $104
  • Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
  • Baltimore's Historical Sightseeing Tour: $41
  • Baltimore's Private Cultural Tour: $200

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Beirut $0.23
    Baltimore $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut

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

  • Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $50
  • Bekaa Valley Wine Tour: Savour Lebanon's Finest: $50
  • Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
  • Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
  • Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
  • Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
  • Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch from Beirut: $82
  • PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $88
  • Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
  • Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
  • Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $104
  • Wine Tasting Tour: $160

Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore

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

  • Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $23
  • Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
  • Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $30
  • From Patapsco Region Wine Tour with Lunch: $175


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

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


Which is Bigger, Beirut or Baltimore?

Beirut has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Baltimore, 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 Beirut or Baltimore?

Baltimore has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Beirut or Baltimore in the Summer?

Both Baltimore and Beirut during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Baltimore in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Beirut is around the same temperature as Baltimore in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Baltimore fluctuates around 78°F (25°C).

In Baltimore, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Baltimore. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 283 hours of full sun.

Baltimore gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Baltimore. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Beirut 27°C (81°F) 
    Baltimore 78°F (25°C)

Should I visit Beirut or Baltimore in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Baltimore. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Baltimore for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In the autumn, Beirut is much warmer than Baltimore. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Baltimore averages at about 57°F (14°C).

In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Baltimore during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Beirut usually receives less rain than Baltimore. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Beirut 25°C (77°F) 
    Baltimore 57°F (14°C)

Should I visit Beirut or Baltimore in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Baltimore. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Baltimore can be very cold. In January, Beirut is generally much warmer than Baltimore. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Baltimore fluctuates around 32°F (0°C).

In the winter, Beirut often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Baltimore. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 153 hours of full sun.

Beirut receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Baltimore. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Beirut 13°C (55°F) 
    Baltimore 32°F (0°C)

Should I visit Beirut or Baltimore in the Spring?

Both Baltimore and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Baltimore this time of year.

Beirut is a little warmer than Baltimore in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Baltimore fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).

It's quite sunny in Baltimore. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Baltimore during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Baltimore. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Beirut 17°C (63°F) 
    Baltimore 54°F (12°C)

Typical Weather for Baltimore and Beirut

Beirut Baltimore
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 130 mm (5.1 in) 32°F (0°C) 2.9 inches (74 mm)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 35°F (2°C) 2.8 inches (71 mm)
Mar 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 45°F (7°C) 3.7 inches (94 mm)
Apr 17°C (63°F) 50 mm (2 in) 54°F (12°C) 3.1 inches (78 mm)
May 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 64°F (18°C) 3.6 inches (92 mm)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 73°F (23°C) 3.8 inches (96 mm)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 78°F (25°C) 4.1 inches (103 mm)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 76°F (25°C) 4.2 inches (107 mm)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 69°F (21°C) 3.1 inches (79 mm)
Oct 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 57°F (14°C) 2.8 inches (71 mm)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in) 47°F (9°C) 3.1 inches (80 mm)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 130 mm (5.1 in) 37°F (3°C) 3.3 inches (83 mm)