Which place is cheaper, La Serena or Brasilia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Brasilia or La Serena?
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 Brasilia and La Serena can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Brasilia or La Serena?
Brasilia
The capital city of Brazil, Brasilia is a uniquely-planned city that was constructed in four years from 1956-1960 in the shape of a large bird or airplane. Renowned for its modern architecture, the city listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and attracts architecture aficionados worldwide.
La Serena
La Serena is a charming town in Northern Chile. It is Chile's second-oldest city and the thriving capital of Region IV. With its beautiful architecture, its long golden shoreline, dignified stone churches, tree-shaded avenues and pretty plazas, La Serena has everything you could ask for!
Chileans on holidays flood in the city in January and February, though it is fairly peaceful outside the summer rush. Some of the city's architecture is from the colonial era, but most is actually neocolonial thanks to president Gabriel Gonzalez Videla, born in La Serena, and her 'Plan Serena' of the late 1940s.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Brazil, The Best 2-Week Tours in Brazil, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Chile, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrasilia $78La Serena $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasilia is $78, while the average daily cost in La Serena is $89. 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 Brasilia and La Serena in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrasilia $33La Serena $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrasilia $66La Serena $86
Compare Hotels in Brasilia and La Serena
Looking for a hotel in Brasilia or La Serena? 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: Brasilia Hotel Prices and La Serena Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brasilia $21La Serena $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or La Serena?
Prices for flights to both La Serena and Brasilia 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 dayBrasilia $30La Serena $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brasilia $18La Serena $24
Tours and Activities in Brasilia
Here are a few actual costs in Brasilia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Brasilia : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $60
- Brasilia Tour: $41
Tours and Activities in La Serena
For La Serena, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Elqui Valley Tour: Full Day History and Flavors : $50
- Astronomical Tour Collowara Observatory: $64
- La Serena and Coquimbo City Tour (SIB): $66
- La Serena and Coquimbo Guided City Tour: $76
- Full day Tour to Elqui Valley : $80
- Elqui Valley Full Day Tour: magical towns, pisco and mountains: $85
- Spas and Beaches Tour: La Herradura -Totoralillo - Guanaqueros -Tongoy: $118
- Elqui Valley Tour from La Serena: $120
- La Serena & Coquimbo City Tour - Short Cruise Excursion : $128
- Tour to the internationally renowned Pangue Observatory: $135
- Dama Island or Chañaral Navigation Tour Humboldt Penguin Reserve: $135
- Tour to Valle del Encanto Archeology, Petroglyphs, Flora, Fauna and Springs: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrasilia $14La Serena $23
When comparing the travel costs between Brasilia and La Serena, we can see that La Serena 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 Brasilia Expensive? and Is La Serena Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brasilia or La Serena?
Brasilia has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of La Serena. When comparing the sizes of Brasilia and La Serena, 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.