Which place is cheaper, Vancouver 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 Vancouver?
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 Vancouver can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Everglades National Park or Vancouver?
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.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
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 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEverglades National Park $146Vancouver $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Everglades National Park is $146, while the average daily cost in Vancouver is $141. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEverglades National Park $80Vancouver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEverglades National Park $160Vancouver $174
Compare Hotels in Everglades National Park and Vancouver
Looking for a hotel in Everglades National Park or Vancouver? 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: Vancouver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Everglades National Park $56Vancouver $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vancouver
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
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SkyTrain from Airport$6.35
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Taxi from Airport to Downtown$21
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15 min Taxi Ride$8.71
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SkyTrain DayPass$6.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vancouver
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Vancouver Airport (YVR) Transfer to Whistler: $611
- Private Transfer from Whistler to Vancouver Airport YVR: $602
- Private Transfer from Downtown Vancouver to Whistler: $570
- Private Transfer from YVR Airport To Whistler: $511
- Vancouver Airport(YVR): Transfer to Canada Place Cruise Port: $425
- Canada Place Cruise Port: Transfer to Vancouver hotels: $425
- Maximize Your Cruise Adventure: Vancouver Tour & Transfer: $292
- Vancouver, BC: Scenic Seaplane Transfer to Seattle, WA: $283
- Private Transfer, Langley, BC to Vancouver International Airport-VIP Sedan: $280
- Vancouver Cruise Transfers/ City Sightseeing Tour Private: $277
- Private Transfer from Vancouver (YVR) Airport to Vancouver City: $270
- Private Transfer, Vancouver Intl. Airport to Vancouver, BC - VIP, SEDAN : $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Everglades National Park or Vancouver?
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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 $31Vancouver $31
Typical Food Prices in Vancouver
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
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All You Can Eat Sushi Lunch$8.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vancouver
For Vancouver, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- A Wok Around Food Tour of the Granville Island Public Market: $84
- The Gastown Experience Walking Food Tour: $85
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $100
- Vancouver Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $100
- North Vancouver Shipyards Food Tour: $108
- Vancouver Authentic Chinese Food Tour: $134
- VIP Granville Island Market Vancouver - Walking Food Tour: $138
- Authentic Asian Eats Walking Food Tour: $142
- 3-Hour Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner: $153
- Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise: $157
- Granville Island Uncorked Walking Food Tour: $161
- Bowen Island Dinner and Zodiac Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures: $163
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Everglades National Park $28Vancouver $36
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
Tours and Activities in Vancouver
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vancouver.
- Guided Bike /E-bike Tour in Whistler From Vancouver: $219
- Sunshine Coast Escape (Around Vancouver) Small Group Tour: $145
- $99 Vancouver 2 Hours City Tour Private: $102
- 2 Days Leavenworth Christmastown Tour from Vancouver (Chn&Eng): $192
- 2-in-1 Vancouver city Tour: $234
- 3-Day Vancouver City Tour Package With Whistler & Victoria: $2,411
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour Vancouver (from Vancouver City): $456
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $583
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Vancouver's Gardens: $334
- 5 Days in Vancouver Multiactivity Adventure Tour: $2,411
- 5hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver (from Vancouver City): $709
- 5hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $836
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEverglades National Park $7.86Vancouver $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Vancouver
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
- Vancouver - Granville Pub Crawl ROUTE B: $18
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $22
- Vancouver - Granville Pub Crawl: $26
- 3.5-Hour Craft Brewery Tour: $84
- Fraser Valley Wine Tour with a light Lunch from Vancouver: $134
- Vancouver Wine Tour (Fraser Valley): $134
- From Half-Day Fraser Valley Wine Tour: $138
- Taste of the Valley Wine Tour: $148
- Stawamus Chief Hike and Local Brewery Tasting: $164
- Fraser Valley & White Rock Premium Public Wine Tour: $166
- Stawamus Chief Hike & Local Brewery Tasting : $167
- Full-Day Private Fraser Valley Wine Tour from Vancouver: $189
When comparing the travel costs between Everglades National Park and Vancouver, we can see that Everglades National Park 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 Vancouver Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Everglades National Park or Vancouver?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Everglades National Park or Vancouver in the Summer?
Both Vancouver and Everglades National Park are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Everglades National Park in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Everglades National Park is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the summer temperatures in Everglades National Park in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Vancouver averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Vancouver. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Everglades National Park. Everglades National Park usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Vancouver during summer. Everglades National Park gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 296 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Everglades National Park. In July, Everglades National Park usually receives more rain than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEverglades National Park 82°F (28°C)Vancouver 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Everglades National Park or Vancouver in the Autumn?
Both Vancouver and Everglades National Park during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Everglades National Park for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Everglades National Park is generally much warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Everglades National Park average around 78°F (26°C), and Vancouver fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Everglades National Park. In the autumn, Everglades National Park often gets more sunshine than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 124 hours of full sun.
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Everglades National Park. Everglades National Park usually gets less rain in October than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 5.6 inches (143 mm) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to November in Everglades National Park is the hurricane season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEverglades National Park 78°F (26°C)Vancouver 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Everglades National Park or Vancouver in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Everglades National Park and Vancouver. The winter months attract visitors to Everglades National Park because of the museums and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Vancouver in the winter. Everglades National Park is much warmer than Vancouver in the winter. The daily temperature in Everglades National Park averages around 67°F (19°C) in January, and Vancouver fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In Everglades National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. Everglades National Park usually receives more sunshine than Vancouver during winter. Everglades National Park gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 55 hours of full sun in the winter.
Vancouver receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Everglades National Park usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 2.2 inches (55 mm) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEverglades National Park 67°F (19°C)Vancouver 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Everglades National Park or Vancouver in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Everglades National Park as well as Vancouver. The natural beauty are the main draw to Everglades National Park this time of year.
In the spring, Everglades National Park is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the spring temperatures in Everglades National Park in April average around 74°F (24°C), and Vancouver averages at about 9°C (49°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Everglades National Park this time of the year. In the spring, Everglades National Park often gets more sunshine than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 300 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 172 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vancouver. Everglades National Park usually gets less rain in April than Vancouver. Everglades National Park gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, the hurricane season in Everglades National Park is June to November.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEverglades National Park 74°F (24°C)Vancouver 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Vancouver and Everglades National Park
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 inches (55 mm) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 74°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (162 mm) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 inches (238 mm) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 inches (191 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 inches (194 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 inches (143 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
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