Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Brasilia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Brasilia or Sucre?
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 Sucre can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Brasilia or Sucre?
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.
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 The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best 3-Day Tours from La Paz, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Bolivia.
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Brasilia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrasilia $95Sucre $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasilia is $95, while the average daily cost in Sucre is $57. 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 Sucre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrasilia $31Sucre $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrasilia $62Sucre $22
Compare Hotels in Brasilia and Sucre
Looking for a hotel in Brasilia 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: Brasilia Hotel Prices and Sucre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brasilia $20Sucre $12
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:
- Departure Transfer from Sucre to Sucre Airport by MiniVan or Bus: $27
- Private MiniVan or Bus Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre: $28
- Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines: $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or Sucre?
Prices for flights to both Sucre 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 $50Sucre $32
Typical Food Prices in Sucre
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Sucre:
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Dinner$4.49
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Juice$0.87
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Juice$1.01
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Chocolate$1.74
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Cappuccino$4.34
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: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brasilia $18Sucre $16
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: $63
Tours and Activities in Sucre
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sucre.
- Free Historical Tour in th Beautiful Ancient Cemetery: $0.25
- Free Walking tour (History, culture and traditions): $0.50
- Walking tour in History, Culture & Amazing Views: $7.80
- Historical and Cultural Walking Tour in Sucre with Guide: $12
- Walking tour Sucre: $18
- Sucre City Tour with a German local! Something different!: $20
- Private Cultural Tour in Sucre with Visit to 3 Museums: $45
- Sucre - Walking City Tour - Half Day - English Speaking guide: $64
- JATUN YAMPARA - Nucleo Indigena, Agroartesanal - Half Day Tours: $66
- Private Half Day Tour: Sucre Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up: $67
- JATUN YAMPARA - Agro-artisan Indigenous Nucleus -Full Day Tours + Lunch: $85
- 2-Day Icla Canyon Tour from Sucre: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrasilia $13Sucre $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasilia and Sucre, we can see that Brasilia is more expensive. And not only is Sucre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sucre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sucre 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 Sucre.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brasilia Expensive? and Is Sucre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brasilia or Sucre?
Brasilia has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Sucre. When comparing the sizes of Brasilia 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.