Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Colonia del Sacramento?
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 Colonia del Sacramento and Bogota can help you decide which place is right for you.
Colonia del Sacramento is in the Rio de la Plata region of Uruguay. It is filled with old colonial buildings and cobbled streets, and is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Colonia del Sacramento was founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, sandwiched in between the Portuguese colony of Brazil and the Spanish Viceroyalty of the River Plate, later Argentina, Uruguay and Southern Brazil. Its strategic position and use as a smuggling port meant that its sovereignty was constantly contested and the city changed hands several times between Spain and Portugal. The irresistibly picturesque town's charm and its proximity to Buenos Aires draw thousands of Argentine and other visitors on weekends and in summer. Prices rise in these periods and it can be difficult to find a room so make sure to book your trip well in advance.
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Colonia del Sacramento is $67, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $51. 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 Colonia del Sacramento and Bogota in more detail.
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Also for Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Colonia del Sacramento, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Colonia del Sacramento and Bogota, we can see that Colonia del Sacramento is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Colonia del Sacramento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Colonia del Sacramento than you might in Bogota.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Colonia del Sacramento Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 330 times larger than the population of Colonia del Sacramento. When comparing the sizes of Colonia del Sacramento and Bogota, 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.
Colonia del Sacramento has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Bogota and Colonia del Sacramento are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Colonia del Sacramento is much warmer than Bogota in the summer. The daily temperature in Colonia del Sacramento averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in July.
In January, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more rain than Bogotain July. Colonia del Sacramento gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Bogota and Colonia del Sacramento during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the autumn, Colonia del Sacramento is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento in April average around 18°C (65°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in October.
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Colonia del Sacramento. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets less rain in April than Bogotain October. Colonia del Sacramento gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Colonia del Sacramento and Bogota. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Colonia del Sacramento is generally cooler than Bogotain January. Daily temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento average around 12°C (53°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In July, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more rain than Bogotain January. Colonia del Sacramento gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Colonia del Sacramento as well as Bogota. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Colonia del Sacramento is a little warmer than Bogota in the spring. The daily temperature in Colonia del Sacramento averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
Colonia del Sacramento receives a lot of rain in the spring. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets more rain in October than Bogotain April. Colonia del Sacramento gets 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Colonia del Sacramento | Bogota | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |