Which place is cheaper, Cusco or Dublin?
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 Dublin or Cusco?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Cusco, 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: Dublin or Cusco?
Dublin
Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.
Cusco
Cusco is most famous as the historic capital of the Inca Empire. It is in the southern Sierras and is one of the most popular travel destinations within Peru. The city is located at 3,400 meters above sea level so it is best to acclimate yourself slowly to avoid altitude sickness.
Cusco is the starting point for many travelers making their way to the famed Machu Picchu or other Inca sites in the surrounding area.
The city is very beautiful and has impressive architecture throughout. The history is obvious as you walk around town and there are impressive ruins nearby, with the most impressive being Sacsayhuaman. The city also has a significant indigenous population that is obvious from their traditional clothing and style.
Cusco has a subtropical highland climate with a pleasant daytime temperature year around. There are two distinct seasons with the dry season being between May and August and the wet season between December and March. During the dry season there is plenty of sun with occasional nighttime freezes. Frost is less common in the wet season.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Ireland, The Best Luxury Tours to Ireland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cusco, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Cusco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDublin €179Cusco €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €179, while the average daily cost in Cusco is €57. 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 Dublin and Cusco in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDublin €68Cusco €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDublin €136Cusco €44
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Cusco
Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Cusco? 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: Dublin Hotel Prices and Cusco Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dublin €19Cusco €9.52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Dublin:
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Rental Car for a Day€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:
- One-Way Bus Transfer from/to Dublin Airport: $12
- Dublin DUB Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $36
- Airport Transfer and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $45
- From Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer: $54
- Private Dublin Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to Airport: $64
- Private Dublin Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $64
- 1 to 8 People Private Transfer from Dublin Airport to City Centre: $86
- Private 6 Seaters Dublin Airport Transfer to City Centre: $92
- Driven by Excellence , Defined by Prestige Wheels Transfers: $93
- Private Sedan (4 seats) Transfer from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Center: $100
- Dublin Airport To the Howth Dublin Private Car Transfer: $109
- Private Transfer: Dublin Airport DUB to Dublin in Business Car: $113
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cusco
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cusco:
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Taxi Ride€1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cusco
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cusco:
- Airport Cusco Transfer: $80
- Assistance & Transfers Included | Hassle-free service in Cusco: $30
- Cusco Airport Arrival Transfer: $15
- Cusco Airport Arrival or Departure Transfer: $19
- Cusco Airport Departure Transfer: $15
- Cusco Airport Departure Transfer: $9.50
- Cusco Airport Pick-Up (Private Transfer to your Cusco Hotel).: $23
- Cusco Airport Pickup and Transfer: $9.00
- Cusco Airport to hotel Transfer: Fast, Reliable Drop-Off: $12
- Cusco Bus Station Arrival or Departure Transfer: $19
- Cusco to Puno or Puno to Cusco Sightseeing Transfer with Lunch: $72
- Cuzco to Ollantaytambo Train Station - Departure Private Transfer: $103
Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Cusco?
Prices for flights to both Cusco and Dublin 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 dayDublin €85Cusco €21
Typical Food Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:
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Lunch Lynam's Pub€3.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dublin.
- Food on Foot: Dublin Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $31
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $32
- Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $68
- Dublin Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Churros, History, & More: $70
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Dublin !: $71
- Celtic Nights with Irish Dinner, Music & Dance Show: $80
- Irish Dinner & Dance Show at Johnnie Fox’s: $87
- Delicious Walking Food Tour: $93
- Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs: $102
- Delicious Dublin Coolest Neighborhood Food Tour: $109
- Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour: $115
- Local Food Tour with 8 Tastings and Drinks: $116
Typical Food Prices in Cusco
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cusco are as follows:
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Sandwich€2.05
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Mango€0.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cusco
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cusco.
- Multi-Course Dinner with Live Folk Show Performance: $32
- Cooking Class: Lomo Saltado, PapaHuancaina, Pisco Sour, Picarones: $50
- Market-to-Table Peruvian Cooking Class and Cocktail in Cusco: $52
- Dinner Show at SUYU a Peruvian Gastronomic and Experience: $53
- Market tour & Peruvian Cooking Class in Cusco: $54
- Traditional Peruvian Cooking Class and Market Tour in Cusco: $57
- Cusco Cooking Class Experience: $61
- Local Market and Peruvian Cooking Class with Pisco Sour in Cusco: $65
- Cusco Cooking Classes and San Pedro Market Tour: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco: $65
- Cusco Collective Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $65
- Cooking Class in Ollantaytambo: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dublin €25Cusco €28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dublin
Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Wild Wicklow Tour€26
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Guinness Brewery for Two€27
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St Pauls Cathedral€4.50
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Dublin Writer's Museum€6.30
Tours and Activities in Dublin
Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Discover Dublin A Private Tour: $1.12
- Historic Landmarks Walking Tour: $4.65
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dublin with Audio Guide: $5.72
- Dublin Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Dublin Old Town: Famous Pubs Exploration Game and Tour: $6.17
- Dublin Walking Tour 3h45 and 20 audio reviews: $6.75
- Podcast Tour Dublin The Secrets of the Georgian Squares: $6.85
- Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History: $6.86
- Ardgillan Castle Entry Ticket: $6.98
- Temple Bar Walking Tour Myths, Music and the Making of Dublin: $7.95
- Dublin (Dun Laoghaire) Top Rated Self-Guided Coastal Audio Tour: $9.72
- Dublin Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cusco
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cusco are as follows:
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Salsa Class€2.57
Tours and Activities in Cusco
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cusco are as follows:
- Walking Tour in Cusco: $7.00
- City Tour - Cusco: $10
- Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary® Admission Ticket: $10
- Half-Day Cusco City Tour – Explore History, Culture & Inca Ruins: $12
- City Tour Cusco: $12
- Cusco Machu Picchu Self Guided Audio Tour (Without a Ticket): $12
- Half Day City Tour in Cusco: $12
- City Tour - Lugares destacado en Cusco + Experiencia Fotográfica: $12
- City Tour in Cusco & visit Museum South American Camelid: $13
- Cusco City Tour: 4-Hour Tour to Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo: $15
- Explore Cusco Highlights in a Walking Tour: $15
- Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Qenqo: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDublin €17Cusco €9.04
Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin
Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Awesome Bar Crawl in Dublin Ireland: $15
- Generation Pub Crawl Dublin: $16
- Generation Pub Crawl: $16
- Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $23
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $26
- City Pub Crawl Experience: $29
- Roe & Co Distillery Experiences: $32
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Tour and Tasting 45 mins: $35
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Guided tour and Tasting in French: $35
- Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings: $36
- Jameson Distillery Secret Whiskey Tasting Experience: $47
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour Through the Heart of Irelands Capital: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Cusco
Also in Cusco, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cusco Pub Crawl: Cusco Bar Hopping Experience: $22
- Cusco Pub Crawl: Bar Tour, Drinks And Club with no waiting lines: $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dublin and Cusco, we can see that Dublin is more expensive. And not only is Cusco much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dublin is in Europe and Cusco is in South 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 Cusco would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cusco 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 Dublin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dublin than you might in Cusco.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dublin Expensive? and Is Cusco Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dublin or Cusco?
Dublin has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cusco. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Cusco, 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.