Which place is cheaper, Tucson or Everglades National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Everglades National Park or Tucson?
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 Everglades National Park and Tucson can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Everglades National Park or Tucson?
Everglades National Park
Mangroves cluster about you as you gaze in awe at the splashes of oranges and reds that paint the evening sky. As cicadas hum to ancient tunes and birds swoop through the cloudless sky, a sense of serenity is instilled in you as you remain in the midst of United States' largest tropical wilderness, the Everglades National Park. Receiving over one million visitors each year, this park protects over twenty-percent of the original everglades. Unlike most national parks whose purpose relied solely in preserving geographic features, Everglades National Park was created to preserve the fragile, ever endangered ecosystem of the everglades. Declared an International Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site, and a Wetland of International Importance, Everglades National Park holds an array of activities for all to pursue no matter what their interests may be. Whether you are an avid bicyclist or a meager hiker, the Everglades National Park will keep you entertained from the early blush of morning into the depths of the night.
Tucson
Tucson, Arizona is the second largest city in the state and sits at an elevation of 2,400 feet. It's temperature is slightly milder than Phoenix and it is a pleasant place to visit. Most people arrive in the city by car, but Amtrak does travel through Tucson, as does Greyhound. The area is also served by the Tucson International Airport. Once in the city, you'll likely want to have access to a car, as the city is not very pedestrian friendly and public transportation is very much lacking. Many popular and beautiful sights are also outside of town in the surrounding desert, so having access to a vehicle is paramount if you hope to visit any of the places.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEverglades National Park $146Tucson $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Everglades National Park is $146, while the average daily cost in Tucson is $157. 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 Everglades National Park and Tucson in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEverglades National Park $80Tucson $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEverglades National Park $160Tucson $186
Compare Hotels in Everglades National Park and Tucson
Looking for a hotel in Everglades National Park or Tucson? 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: Tucson Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Everglades National Park $56Tucson $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Everglades National Park or Tucson?
Prices for flights to both Tucson and Everglades National Park 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 dayEverglades National Park $31Tucson $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Everglades National Park $28Tucson $16
Tours and Activities in Everglades National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Everglades National Park.
- 2 Hour Chokoloskee Island Kayak Tour: $80
- 4 Hour Everglades Kayak Tour: $120
- 6 Hour Everglades Mangroves Kayak Tour: $200
- Everglades National Park Dolphin, Birding and Wildlife Boat Tour (2 hours): $120
- Flamingo Everglades Boat Tours: $48
- Two-Hour Everglades National Park Dolphin, Birding and Wildlife Boat Tour: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEverglades National Park $7.86Tucson $16
When comparing the travel costs between Everglades National Park and Tucson, we can see that Tucson is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Everglades National Park Expensive? and Is Tucson 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.