Which place is cheaper, Bryce Canyon National Park or Dayton?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dayton or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dayton or Bryce Canyon National Park, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Dayton or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Dayton
Located in southwest Ohio, Dayton is known as the "Gem City." It's the original home of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who designed the first airplane. You'll also find the Dayton Aviation Heritage Park here, which is one of the only multi-site National Parks in the United States. The cities climate has four different seasons, winter, spring, summer and fall. The winter months are quite cold and you can expect a decent amount of snow in the area. Spring remains cool and there are infrequent showers. This is also the peak time for tornadoes in the area. Summer is hot and humid and can be unpleasant at times, but fall is crisp and refreshing with occasional storms and infrequent tornadoes.
Bryce Canyon National Park
As one of Utah's most popular national parks, Bryce Canyon National Park is over 35,000 acres of breathtaking geological wonders. While it's not actually a canyon, Bryce Canyon is a giant natural amphitheater created by years of erosion.
With 200 miles of visibility, world-class air quality and near-perfect weather from April until October, it's easy to see why this park attracts over one million visitors every year. The series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters includes rocks of many colors and unique formations such as slot canyons and spires known as "hoodoos."
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDayton $323Bryce Canyon National Park $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Dayton is $323, while the average daily cost in Bryce Canyon National Park is $135. 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 Dayton and Bryce Canyon National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDayton $250Bryce Canyon National Park $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDayton $500Bryce Canyon National Park $134
Compare Hotels in Dayton and Bryce Canyon National Park
Looking for a hotel in Dayton or Bryce Canyon National Park? 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: Dayton Hotel Prices and Bryce Canyon National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dayton $25Bryce Canyon National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Dayton or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Prices for flights to both Bryce Canyon National Park and Dayton 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 dayDayton $61Bryce Canyon National Park $33
Typical Food Prices in Dayton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dayton are as follows:
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Noodle Company Lunch (for 2)$17
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Indian Food Dinner (for 2)$34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dayton -Bryce Canyon National Park $30
Tours and Activities in Dayton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dayton are as follows:
- Daytona Beach: Guided Kayaking or Standup Paddling Tour: $65
Tours and Activities in Bryce Canyon National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bryce Canyon National Park.
- The Beauty of Full-Day Audio Driving Private Tour: $7.19
- Full-Day Private Scenic Byway 12 Audio Driving Tour : $8.99
- Bryce Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks Self-Driving Bundle Tour : $25
- Scenic Tour of Bryce Canyon: $69
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah 1.5 Hour Ride: $80
- Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide: $105
- Bryce Canyon E-bike Tour : $105
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah Half Day Ride: $110
- Hiking Experience in Bryce Canyon National Park: $120
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah Thunder Mt. 4 Hour Ride: $120
- Peekaboo, Spooky and Dry Fork Slot Canyon Tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDayton -Bryce Canyon National Park $6.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Dayton
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dayton:
- Dive Bar Bus Crawl: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dayton and Bryce Canyon National Park, we can see that Dayton is more expensive. And not only is Bryce Canyon National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bryce Canyon National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bryce Canyon National Park 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 Dayton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dayton than you might in Bryce Canyon National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dayton Expensive? and Is Bryce Canyon National Park Expensive?.
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.