Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Curitiba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Curitiba and Guatemala City can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Curitiba is a relatively large city that is convenient to visit if you're traveling to Iguazu Falls from either Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. It is worth a day or two stop over because it has a great old city that has been restored. It's also the capital of Parana, Brazil. Curitiba is one of the more wealthy cities in the southern region of Brazil. It has a diverse population with many immigrants and some interesting cultural events.
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Brazil, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Curitiba is $73, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $44. 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 Curitiba and Guatemala City in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Curitiba:
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
For Curitiba, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Curitiba:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Curitiba and Guatemala City, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Curitiba is in South America and Guatemala City is in Central 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Curitiba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Curitiba than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Curitiba Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Curitiba has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Guatemala City. When comparing the sizes of Curitiba and Guatemala City, 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.