Should you visit Brasilia or Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
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 Santa Cruz de la Sierra can help you decide which place is right for you.
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. For more information about this, check out this guide to architecture in Brasilia.
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Santa Cruz de la Sierra, or simply Santa Cruz, is a larger city in the middle of Bolivia. It is also one of the most wealthy cities in the country. The city is also one of the fastest growing in the world. It is famous for its nightlife and it makes an excellent base for exploring many of the tourist attractions in the nearby areas.
Which city is cheaper, Santa Cruz de la Sierra or Brasilia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasilia is $65, while the average daily cost in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is $43. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Brasilia and Santa Cruz de la Sierra in more detail.
Accommodation
Brasilia's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $54. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $27.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $36 for a double occupancy room in Santa Cruz de la Sierra.
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Accommodation
Hotel or hostel for one person
Brasilia $27
Santa Cruz de la Sierra $18
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Accommodation
Typical double-occupancy room
Brasilia
$54
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
$36
Food
The price of a meal in Brasilia can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $25 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $10 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
The price of a meal in Santa Cruz de la Sierra can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $16 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $6.40 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
Typical Food prices in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Santa Cruz de la Sierra:
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Snacks
$3.19
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Chips
$0.29
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Banana
$0.14
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Cookies
$1.30
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $17 per day to get around in Brasilia.
The average price of local transportation around Santa Cruz de la Sierra is $7.94 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
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Local Transportation
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
Brasilia $17
Santa Cruz de la Sierra $7.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasilia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasilia:
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Private Airport Transfer: Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to Brasilia:
$37
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Private Airport Transfer: from Brasilia to Brasilia International Airport (BSB):
$37
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Private Transfer: Brasilia to International Airport of Brasilia (BSB):
$68
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Private Transfer: International Airport of Brasilia (BSB) to Brasilia:
$68
Typical Local Transportation prices in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santa Cruz de la Sierra:
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Taxi Ride
$4.35
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Mini Bus
$0.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santa Cruz de la Sierra:
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Arrival Private Transfer Santa Cruz Airport VVI to Santa Cruz City by Minibus:
$55
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Arrival Private Transfer Santa Cruz Airport VVI to Santa Cruz City by SCross Sx4:
$55
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Departure Private Transfer Santa Cruz City to Santa Cruz Airport VVI by Minibus:
$55
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Departure Private Transfer Santa Cruz to Santa Cruz Airport VVI by S-Cross Sx4:
$55
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $15 per person, per day in Brasilia. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Santa Cruz de la Sierra's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $15 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
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Entertainment
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
Brasilia $15
Santa Cruz de la Sierra $15
Tours and Activities in Brasilia
Here are a few actual costs in Brasilia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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City Tour Brasilia Noturna:
$91
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Half Day city Tour:
$138
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Half Day Cultural Tour:
$138
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Brasilia may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $11 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Santa Cruz de la Sierra may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $11 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typical Alcohol prices in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Santa Cruz de la Sierra from other travelers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasilia and Santa Cruz de la Sierra, we can see that Brasilia is more expensive. And not only is Santa Cruz de la Sierra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santa Cruz de la Sierra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santa Cruz de la Sierra 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 Brasilia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brasilia than you might in Santa Cruz de la Sierra.
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