Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Colonia del Sacramento?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia?
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 Ushuaia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia?
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.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Wildlife Tours to Argentina, and The Best Eco Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayColonia del Sacramento $68Ushuaia $11
The average daily cost (per person) in Colonia del Sacramento is $68, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $11. 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 Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personColonia del Sacramento $34Ushuaia $5.64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomColonia del Sacramento $68Ushuaia $11
Compare Hotels in Colonia del Sacramento and Ushuaia
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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 Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Colonia del Sacramento $17Ushuaia -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Colonia del Sacramento
Also for Colonia del Sacramento, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Colonia Port Terminal Private Transfer : $15
- Colonia Bus Terminal Private Transfer : $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared One-way Airport Transfer: $10
- Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $97
- Ushuaia city to Ushuaia Airport(USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia city - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $46
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.48
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.25
- Ushuaia Airport Arrival Transfer: $10
- Transfer from/to the airport: $89
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel in shared service: $19
- Transfer Ushuaia Airport - Hotel in Ushuaia - Ushuaia Airport : $35
- Transfer Cerro Castor (Round Trip): $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia 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 $19Ushuaia $2.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Colonia del Sacramento
For Colonia del Sacramento, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sensory Experience - Blind dinner in Colonia Del Sacramento: $95
Typical Food Prices in Ushuaia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ushuaia:
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Lunch for Two$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ushuaia at night: A Snow and Fire dinner, sledding and adventure: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Colonia del Sacramento $24Ushuaia $13
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:
- Almacén de la Capilla - Winery Experience at Carmelo: $215
- Bus Ticket from Colonia del Sacramento to Carmelo: $27
- City Tour Colonia del Sacramento - Uruguay: $90
- Colonia del Sacramento City Tour : $58
- Adventure Sightseeing Bike Tour: $53
- Historical Walking Tour with Snack: $58
- Colonia: Private City Tour on Foot (Historic District): $89
- Experience an typical Uruguayan dish: Chivito & Tannat Wine: $78
- From Best Private Wine Experience: $185
- From Horse Ride Experience: $72
- From Montevideo: Colonia Day Trip & Sightseeing: $150
- Full Day Birdwatching and Nature Tour: $200
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- 2-day tour: Tierra del Fuego National Park + Fagnano and Escondido Lakes: $115
- 2-day tour:Tierra del Fuego NP + Beagle Channel Navigation + Fagnano & Escondido: $190
- 3-Hour Navigation Tour in the Beagle Channel with Isla de Lobos: $145
- 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
- 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $122
- 4-Hour National Park - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $75
- 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $156
- 5-Hour Nat Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $195
- 5.5-Hour Nat Park w/ Hiking *Shore Excursion* USHUAIA (Shared tour for cruises): $115
- 5.5-Hour National park w/ hiking Shore excursion - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $280
- 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $95
- 7-Hour Lakes Escondido & Fagnano - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayColonia del Sacramento $5.85Ushuaia -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Wine$0.05
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Beer$0.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Colonia del Sacramento and Ushuaia, we can see that Colonia del Sacramento is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia 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 Ushuaia.
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 Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia?
Ushuaia has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Colonia del Sacramento. When comparing the sizes of Colonia del Sacramento and Ushuaia, 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.
When is the best time to visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Colonia del Sacramento and Ushuaia.
Colonia del Sacramento is much warmer than Ushuaia in the summer. The daily temperature in Colonia del Sacramento averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In Colonia del Sacramento, it's very sunny this time of the year. Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during summer. Colonia del Sacramento gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 169 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryColonia del Sacramento 25°C (77°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Colonia del Sacramento as well as Ushuaia.
In the autumn, Colonia del Sacramento is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento in April average around 18°C (65°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the autumn, Colonia del Sacramento often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 74 hours of full sun.
Colonia del Sacramento receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilColonia del Sacramento 18°C (65°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia in the Winter?
Both Ushuaia and Colonia del Sacramento are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Ushuaia. In July, Colonia del Sacramento is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Colonia del Sacramento average around 12°C (53°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during winter. Colonia del Sacramento gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Colonia del Sacramento usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyColonia del Sacramento 12°C (53°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Colonia del Sacramento or Ushuaia in the Spring?
Both Ushuaia and Colonia del Sacramento during the spring are popular places to visit.
Colonia del Sacramento is much warmer than Ushuaia in the spring. The daily temperature in Colonia del Sacramento averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
It's quite sunny in Colonia del Sacramento. In the spring, Colonia del Sacramento often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 156 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Colonia del Sacramento. Colonia del Sacramento usually gets more rain in October than Ushuaia. Colonia del Sacramento gets 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberColonia del Sacramento 18°C (64°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Colonia del Sacramento
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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