Should you visit Chartres or Cannes?
Should I visit Chartres or Cannes? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Chartres
Chartres is a city in north-central France southwest of Paris. It is famed for its massive Cathedrale Notre-Dame. The well-preserved Gothic cathedral, completed in 1220, features 2 towering spires, Romanesque sculptures and elaborate rose windows. The cathedral is unique in that it has two very different steeples – one Gothic, the other Romanesque. Follow them to check out the cathedral's dazzling blue stained-glass windows and its collection of relics, including the Sainte Voile (Holy Veil) said to have been worn by the Virgin Mary when she gave birth to Jesus, which have lured pilgrims since the Middle Ages. The nearby Centre International du Vitrail has workshops and exhibits on stained-glass art. Chartres also had a carefully preserved old city, which is adjacent to the cathedral with staircases and steep streets lined with half-timbered medieval houses leading downhill to the narrow western channel of the Eure River, romantically spanned by footbridges.
Cannes
While Cannes was once little more than a small fishing village, today it is a popular, glamorous seaside town frequented by celebrities. It's the place to see and be seen, particularly during the Cannes Film Festival in the month of May. During this time the city comes alive with celebrities from all over the world. While Cannes has its share of exclusive clubs, bars and restaurants, there are alternatives for budget travelers, so don't shy away. There's a beautiful area, Le Suquet, which is nice to visit with its cobblestone streets and stunning views. It's also fun to pass some time people watching by the marina. You never know who you'll spot. At night, the city comes to life with casinos and luxurious restaurants and clubs that give the area a vibe of exclusivity.
Which city is cheaper, Cannes or Chartres?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Chartres is €93, while the average daily cost in Cannes is €110. 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 Chartres and Cannes in more detail.
Accommodation
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €94 in Chartres For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Cannes's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €120. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €60.
Food
Chartres food costs typically run travelers around €31 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
On average, meal and food prices in Cannes cost around €36 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €14.
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Food
Meals for one day
Chartres €31
Cannes €36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cannes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cannes.
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Summer Fireworks and Dinner Catamaran Cruise from Cannes:
$135
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From Evening Tour & Dinner in Monte Carlo:
$217
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Small-Group Evening Tour and Dinner in Monte Carlo from Cannes:
$223
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Unforgettable night photos of the French Riviera and dinner in Monaco:
$622
Local Transportation
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Chartres than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €21 on transportation in Chartres on average per day.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €13 per day to get around in Cannes.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chartres
Also for Chartres, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Transfer from Chartres Cathedral to Paris City Center:
$138
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Private Transfer: Chartres to Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG):
$355
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cannes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cannes:
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French Riviera: Half-Day Private Tour and Transfer:
$434
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Car:
$157
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French Riviera: Private Luxury Transfer:
$149
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Private Departure Transfer from Cannes to Nice Airport:
$148
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Cannes Private Transfer from Cannes city centre to Nice Airport:
$146
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Car:
$140
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Luxury Van:
$124
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Luxury Van:
$114
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Transfer from Cannes to Nice airport:
$111
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Nice Airport Transfers : Cannes City to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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Departure Private Transfers from Cannes to Nice Airport NCE in Business Car:
$108
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Nice Airport departure private transfer from Cannes - Mónaco - Cap d Antibes in Business Car:
$98
Entertainment
Sightseeing expenses in Chartres, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €18 per day, per person.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €24 per person, per day in Cannes. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Cannes
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cannes are as follows:
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4-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour of Nice from Cannes:
$547
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A Day in Monaco & Eze: Full-Day Guided Tour:
$98
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All French Riviera For One Day Sightseeing Tours From Cannes:
$1,011
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Antibes, St. Paul-de-Vence, St. Jeannet, and Gourdon Private Tour from Cannes:
$675
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Best of Riviera Tour: Coastal Day trip from Antibes (Nice, Monaco, Cannes):
$747
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Cannes 2 Hours Vespa Tour:
$61
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Cannes 2-Hour Segway Tour:
$62
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Cannes 2.5-Hour E-bike Tour:
$73
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Cannes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Cannes Private Walking Tour:
$338
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Cannes Private Walking tour:
$214
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Cannes Shore Excursion: French Riviera Private Tour of Nice - Eze - Monaco - Monte Carlo:
$827
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Chartres, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €9.67.
The average person spends about €14 on alcoholic beverages in Cannes per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Cannes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cannes:
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Half and Full-Day Provencal Wine Tours:
$74
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Grasse, Valbonne & Gourdon: Day Tour with Wine Tasting:
$135
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Provence Wine Tour - Private Day Tour from Cannes:
$342
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Private Day Trip: Wine Tasting Tour Including Pinic Lunch From Cannes:
$559
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5-Hour Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze, Nice, Wine Tasting:
$658
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chartres and Cannes, we can see that Cannes is more expensive. And not only is Chartres much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chartres would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chartres 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 Cannes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cannes than you might in Chartres.
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