Which place is cheaper, Guadalajara or Colonia del Sacramento?
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 Colonia del Sacramento or Guadalajara?
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 Colonia del Sacramento and Guadalajara can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Colonia del Sacramento or Guadalajara?
Colonia del Sacramento
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.
Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico, as well as one of the country's largest cities. It is best known for tequila and mariachi music, which both originate in Jalisco, as well as a thriving historic center with colonial architecture and landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Mexico.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayColonia del Sacramento $79Guadalajara $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Colonia del Sacramento is $79, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $146. 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 Guadalajara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personColonia del Sacramento $33Guadalajara $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomColonia del Sacramento $66Guadalajara $82
Compare Hotels in Colonia del Sacramento and Guadalajara
Looking for a hotel in Colonia del Sacramento or Guadalajara? 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: Colonia del Sacramento Hotel Prices and Guadalajara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Colonia del Sacramento $17Guadalajara $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Colonia del Sacramento
Also for Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Colonia to Carmelo (or vice - versa): $290
- Colonia Port Terminal Private Transfer: $21
- Colonia Bus Terminal Private Transfer: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara
Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from International Airport to Tequila Jalisco: $95
- Transfer airport Guadalajara: $149
- Transfer Private Guadalajara Airport Single: $89
- Tequila to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $100
- SHARED Airport Transfer to Guadalajara & Zapopan.: $28
- Private transfer to or from Guadalajara airport: $101
- Private airport transfer to Guadalajara and surrounding areas: $90
- Private Transfer Guadalajara Redondo Airport: $137
- Private Airport Transfer to Guadalajara Hotels Safe & Stress-Free: $23
- GDL Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $41
- Guadalajara to Tequila - Private Transfer with English-speaking driver: $177
- Guadalajara hotels to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Colonia del Sacramento or Guadalajara?
Prices for flights to both Guadalajara and Colonia del Sacramento 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 dayColonia del Sacramento $31Guadalajara $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guadalajara
For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Guadalajara Street Food Tour - Best Rated: $39
- Private Street Food Tour and City Tour Guadalajara - Best Rated: $54
- Tapatio Tastes Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $59
- Street Food Tour in Guadalajara with a Local Guide: $65
- Guadalajara Market Food Tour & Historic Landmarks Walk: $70
- Food Tour in Guadalajara: $86
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Taste the Best of Tapatío Cuisine: $107
- Dinner and Party in Amatitán Tequila and Tradition and Music: $236
- VIP Tequila Night Tour with Dinner and Tasting: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Colonia del Sacramento $23Guadalajara $27
Tours and Activities in Colonia del Sacramento
For Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Authentic Colony on Walking Tour of Its Historic Quarter: $20
- Bus Ticket from Colonia del Sacramento to Carmelo: $27
- Candombe experience: $35
- Candombe in Colonia: an immersive experience with the local community: $75
- Cerros de San Juan Winery Tour – Tastings & History: $461
- City Tour Colonia del Sacramento - Uruguay: $90
- Cologne Südstadt: Group Bike Tour with Cheese and Craft Beer: $65
- Colonia Walking Tour & Chivito Lunch at Casa Páez Vilaró: $55
- Colonia del Sacramento City Tour: $68
- Colonia del Sacramento Full City Tour: $81
- Colonia del Sacramento Historical Tour Duration of 1 hour: $13
- City Tour Walking and Van Tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Guadalajara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guadalajara.
- 3 Hours Private Tour Guide in Guadalajara: $49
- 3 Hours Private Tour Guide in Guadalajara, you choose!: $49
- 3 hours Guadalajara Private City Tour: $49
- 3-Hour Guadalajara Bike and Food Guided Tour: $65
- A unique tour! Visiting Hacienda Casa herradura From Guadalajara: $120
- Acuario Sealand Guadalajara Admission Ticket: $30
- Adventure tour Between Charros, Mariachi and Parián de Tlaquepaque: $47
- All Included Foodie Tour: Seafood & Beers at 3 Cool Restaurants.: $110
- All Included Foodie Tour: Tacos & Cocktails at the Best Bars: $110
- All Inclusive Adventure 2 Days 1 Night in Sierra de Quila Jal: $113
- Alma Tequilera: Private Tequila Experience, Tasting & Celebration: $136
- Alma de Mexico tour : Pyramids, tequila and mariachi: $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayColonia del Sacramento $5.63Guadalajara $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Colonia del Sacramento
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Colonia del Sacramento:
- Cheese and Wine Tasting - Roots of Colonia del Sacramento: $32
- Private Guided Colonia Wine Tour: $190
- Carmelo from Colonia: Wine Tasting Experience & Lunch at the Zubizarreta Winery: $204
- Indulge in a Scenic Wine Tour from Colonia to Carmelo: $250
Sample the Local Flavors in Guadalajara
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guadalajara:
- Guadalajara Pub Crawl: Free Drinks & Party Games: $21
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Thursday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Cultural tour, city fields and distillery: $32
- Tequila distillery experience, Jose Cuervo & Tequila Magic Town: $80
- full day Tequila tour visiting artisanal distillery and downtown.: $89
- Private Tour to Tequila: Artisan Distillery and Campos de Agave: $103
- Horseshoe Distillery Tour with Premium Tasting from Guadalajara: $125
- Tequila tour visiting a local brewery: $129
- Private Adventure to El Tequileño Distillery and visit to Tequila: $179
- VIP Private Tequila Tour: Artisanal Distillery and Magical Town: $179
- Sip & Savor Tequila Experience Distillery w/ Lunch fr Guadalajara: $180
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Colonia del Sacramento and Guadalajara, we can see that Guadalajara is more expensive. And not only is Colonia del Sacramento much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Colonia del Sacramento is in South America and Guadalajara is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Colonia del Sacramento would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Colonia del Sacramento 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 Guadalajara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guadalajara than you might in Colonia del Sacramento.
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 Guadalajara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Colonia del Sacramento or Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Colonia del Sacramento. When comparing the sizes of Colonia del Sacramento and Guadalajara, 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.