Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Freeport?
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 Freeport or Ottawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Freeport and Ottawa 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.
Where Should I go: Freeport or Ottawa?
Freeport
When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.
This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Freeport Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFreeport $290Ottawa $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Freeport is $290, while the average daily cost in Ottawa 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 Freeport and Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFreeport $141Ottawa $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFreeport $282Ottawa $36
Compare Hotels in Freeport and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Freeport or Ottawa? 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: Freeport Hotel Prices and Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Freeport $59Ottawa $7.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport
Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer: $150
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers Island Seas Resort Freeport: $30
- Round-trip Airport Transfers to Castaway Resorts, Freeport: $30
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Viva Club Fortuna Freeport: $28
- Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $67
- Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $67
- Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort: $253
- Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $181
- Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $77
- Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key: $133
- Grand Bahama Airport(FPO) to Freeport -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $153
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay -Round-Trip Transfer: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ottawa Parc Omega Private Tour with Hotel Transfer: $250
- Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) to Ottawa - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $121
- YOW Ottawa Airport Transfer Service 1 Hour: $111
- Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) to Ottawa City - Arrival Private Transfer: $61
- Hand-Feed Wild Birds on a Nature Walk with Transfer: $42
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Freeport or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa and Freeport 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 dayFreeport $110Ottawa $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $200
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kids Cooking Class in Real Experience at Cookiddoo: $56
- ByWard Market Chocolate Food Tour with Tastings: $66
- Oh Canada Eh!? Ottawa Dinner Musical with Live Music and Comedy: $77
- ByWard Market Food Tour with 7 Local Tastings: $84
- Lower Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $89
- Evening Byward Market Food Tour: $90
- Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa: $92
- Evening Ottawa ByWard Market Food Tour: $95
- Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour: $96
- A Taste of Canada Food Tour: $97
- Ottawa Food Tour with ByWard Market Flavors & 6 Local Tastings: $99
- ByWard Market Progressive Dinner Food Tour: $141
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Freeport $40Ottawa $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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10 Dive Package$299
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4 Hr. Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Freeport
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.
- Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
- Clear Kayak Tour: $120
- Coopers Castle and Port Lucaya Marketplace Tour: $60
- East End Private Day Trip Experience Tour: $270
- Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $127
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $128
- Grand Bahama Culture, History & Local Flavors Tour: $280
- Junkanoo Adventure with Bahamian Cuisine Tasting: $850
- Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks: $89
- Grand Bahama Foodie Tour: $150
- Jet Ski Tour Freeport for 2 Persons @CreativeEcoAdventures: $242
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Aqua Taxi Hop-on and Hop-Off Tour: $21
- Beechwood Cemetery Evening Tour: Tales from the Mausoleum: $26
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise: $59
- ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales: $19
- Chelsea: Guided Tour of the Distillerie du Square: $25
- From Montreal: Private Ottawa Full Day Tour: $281
- Full Day Pontiac Wine & Cider Tour - Day Trip From Ottawa & Gatineau: $135
- Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour: $27
- Hidden A Private Guided Walking Tour of Secret Spots: $583
- Ottawa 200th Anniversary Guided Bike Tour: $49
- Ottawa : Historic Tour of the Ottawa Jail Hostel: $18
- Ottawa Best Private Custom Walking Tour: $142
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFreeport $30Ottawa $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:
- Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs: $85
- Grand Bahama Brewery and Distillery Tour: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Freeport and Ottawa, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Ottawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Freeport is in Caribbean Islands and Ottawa is in North 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 Ottawa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ottawa 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport than you might in Ottawa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Freeport Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Freeport or Ottawa?
Ottawa has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Freeport. When comparing the sizes of Freeport and Ottawa, 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.