Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Sucre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota 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: Bogota or Sucre?
Bogota
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Bolivia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Bolivia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $49Sucre $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $49, while the average daily cost in Sucre is $44. 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 Bogota and Sucre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $25Sucre $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $50Sucre $22
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Sucre
Looking for a hotel in Bogota 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: Bogota Hotel Prices and Sucre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.21Sucre $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.07
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Taxi Ride$0.37
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2 Bus Passes$0.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City in a Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minibus: $124
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Business Car: $119
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Business Car: $119
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minivan: $89
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Private Bogota Airport drop-off Transfer: $59
- Bogota Airport (BOG) to Downtown Round-Trip Private Transfer: $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sucre are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$1.45
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 Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre by SUV or Car: $23
- 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 Bogota or Sucre?
Prices for flights to both Sucre and Bogota 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 dayBogota $13Sucre $18
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.47
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Hot Dog$0.86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bogota Local Food Tour in the City Center: $13
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
- Flavors of Colombia: Chapinero Street Food Tour: $70
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $133
Typical Food Prices in Sucre
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Sucre:
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Dinner$4.50
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Juice$0.87
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Juice$1.02
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Chocolate$1.74
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Cappuccino$4.35
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $12Sucre $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Beer$1.23
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
- Express Salt Cathedral Tour• Guided Tour & Tickets • 5h: $219
- La Candelaria and Monserrate Walking Half Day Tour: $234
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $80
- Zipaquira Salt Cathedral group tour Daily Departures: $80
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $155
- 3 Day Desert of the Tatacoa, an unforgettable experience closer to the stars: $299
- 3 Hour Road Bike Shared Tour in Bogota: $120
- 3 days- private tour Chingaza-Guatavita Savannah Expedition: $60
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Bogotá with Guide and Transportation: $77
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $206
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 Tour in English Uyuni salt flat tour 2 Days: $150
- From Uyuni salt flat tour 2 days 1 night: $125
- Guided Walking Tour in Sucre: $20
- Guided walking tour in History and Culture: $15
- Hiking Tour in El Palmar from Sucre Bolivia: $250
- 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
- Sucre - Walking City Tour - Half Day - English Speaking guide: $64
- Sucre City Tour With Visit to Cretaceous Park: $123
- City Tour & Museums - Private Service: $106
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $13Sucre $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Pub Crawl Colombian Version - Centro Historico Bogotá: $39
- Pub Crawl in Bogotá: $42
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When comparing the travel costs between Bogota and Sucre, we can see that Bogota 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 South 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 Bogota Expensive? and Is Sucre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Sucre?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Sucre. When comparing the sizes of Bogota 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.
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.