Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Caracas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Caracas and Guayaquil can help you decide which place is right for you.
Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Caracas is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $95. 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 Caracas and Guayaquil in more detail.
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Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caracas and Guayaquil, we can see that Guayaquil is more expensive. And not only is Caracas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caracas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caracas 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 Guayaquil would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guayaquil than you might in Caracas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caracas Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Caracas. When comparing the sizes of Caracas and Guayaquil, 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
The summer brings many poeple to Caracas as well as Guayaquil. Caracas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. Caracas usually gets less rain in July than Guayaquil. Caracas gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Caracas is a little warmer than Guayaquil. Typically, the summer temperatures in Caracas in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Both Guayaquil and Caracas are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Caracas throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Caracas usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Caracas gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Caracas is generally a little warmer than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Caracas average around 28°C (83°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Both Guayaquil and Caracas during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Caracas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Caracas usually gets less rain in January than Guayaquil. Caracas gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Caracas is around the same temperature as Guayaquil in the winter. The daily temperature in Caracas averages around 26°C (78°F) in January, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Caracas and Guayaquil. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Caracas year-round. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Caracas usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Caracas gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Caracas is around the same temperature as Guayaquil. Typically, the spring temperatures in Caracas in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Caracas | Guayaquil | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
Feb | 25°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 26°C (78°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
May | 27°C (81°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |