Should I Visit Bordeaux or Guatemala City for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

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

Should I visit Bordeaux or Guatemala City? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.

Guatemala City

Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.

Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Bordeaux?

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

Bordeaux Prices
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Guatemala City Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Bordeaux €156

Guatemala City €53

The average daily cost (per person) in Bordeaux is €156, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €53. 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 Bordeaux and Guatemala City in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Bordeaux €63

Guatemala City €23
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Bordeaux €126

Guatemala City €46

Compare Hotels in Bordeaux and Guatemala City

Looking for a hotel in Bordeaux or Guatemala City? 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: Bordeaux Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Bordeaux €15

Guatemala City €5.95

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:

Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Sedan: $49
Private One way Transfer from Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport: $52
Arrival Private Transfer Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Van: $71
Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $99
Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $99
Bordeaux : Private transfer to/from Mérignac Airport: $100
Private Transfer Service: $103
Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Business Sedan: $104
Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $104
Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Van: $104
Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $104
Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Car: $132

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:

Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
From Guatemala City One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey: $49
From One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $59
Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
One way Shared Transfer to Antigua: $24
One way private transfer to Antigua: $64
La Aurora Airport (GUA): One-Way Private Transfer to Antigua: $25
Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $23
Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $23
Private Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $25
Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $25
Private Ground Transfer Airport to Antigua Guatemala: $68

Is it cheaper to fly into Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Bordeaux 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

Bordeaux €79

Guatemala City €26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.

Bordeaux food tour: sweet specialities & highlights: $23
Best Boulangeries Food Tour: $33
Bordeaux : Afternoon Food Tour with local delicacies: $57
Bordeaux Exclusive Bakeries and Pastries Food Tour - Max 6 Ppl: $62
No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $64
2-Hour River Dinner Cruise: $71
Morning Breakfast Bakery Food Tour: $77
Organic : Bordeaux Food Tour: $102
Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $102
Bordeaux Evening Food Tour : Local Delicacies : $104
Historical Center, Bordeaux Food Tour: $104
Bordeaux Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $111

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.

Cooking and class with Private Guatemalan Chef : $25
Cooking class/Pepian Workshop: $35
Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $90
Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Cooked Under Volcanic Heat: $180
Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Bordeaux €22

Guatemala City €1.17

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Secrets of Bordeaux Self Guided Tour: $3.15
Bordeaux Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.21
The Best of Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Bordeaux Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.41
Bordeaux Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
Bordeaux Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
City Highlights - 2 Hour Walking Tour: $13
Guided Walking Tour: $15
Guided River Cruise: $15
Street Art Guided Tour: $15
Small group - Guided Walking Tour: $17
Mystery and Myths Walking Tour: $18

Tours and Activities in Guatemala City

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:

Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $17
Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $27
2-Hour Culture and Historical Tour From Guatemala: $29
Half-Day Guatemala City Explorer Tour: $34
Walking Tour: $35
Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City : $35
Guatemala city walking tour on afternoon 14.00, 2 persons and up: $39
UNESCO JEWELS: Antigua Half Day Tour from Guatemala City: $49
Half Day Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $50
El mejor Tour Ciudad De Guatemala (el Mas Completo): $55
Antigua Guatemala Full Day Tour: $58
Half-Day Guatemala City Tour : $60

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Bordeaux €26

Guatemala City €6.60

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

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

Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $10
Distillery Tour in Bordeaux with Spirits Tasting: $16
Château Olivier: One Hour Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $20
Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting: $23
Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $26
Wine Tour and Tasting: $28
Unusual wine tasting in DARWIN (Bordeaux)!: $29
Discover Bordeaux vineyard : special wine tasting with two cellar men brothers: $31
Blind wine tasting - discover wine differently: $37
Guided Bordeaux Wine Tasting Class with 6 Wines: $40
Chateau du Taillan and Park including Wine Tasting Tour: $42
Bordeaux Morning Wine Tasting Class: $46

Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City

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

Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $80

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

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

Which is Bigger, Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Bordeaux and Guatemala City, 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 Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

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

Where Should I go: Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Bordeaux

Guatemala City

Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Bordeaux?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Bordeaux and Guatemala City

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City

Is it cheaper to fly into Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Tours and Activities in Guatemala City

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City

Which is Bigger, Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bordeaux vs. Guatemala City for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

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

Where Should I go: Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Bordeaux

Guatemala City

Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Bordeaux?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Bordeaux and Guatemala City

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City

Is it cheaper to fly into Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Tours and Activities in Guatemala City

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City

Which is Bigger, Bordeaux or Guatemala City?

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