Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Granada or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Granada and Bogota. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Granada or Bogota?
Granada
Granada is Nicaragua's oldest colonial city, and arguably, the most beautiful city in the country. It sits on the northern edge of Lake Nicaragua (Lago Cocibolca) and has many beautifully colored buildings and nice churches. The city's beauty and colonial architecture, along with its relative safety and accessibility, make it one of Nicaragua's top tourist destinations. The city has long been a center for commerce, but today its economy depends heavily on tourism. The city is the sixth largest in Nicaragua and a real estate boom in the early 2000's brought a large number of expats to the town.
Bogota
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGranada $40Bogota $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is $40, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $53. 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 Granada and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGranada $17Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGranada $34Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Granada and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Granada or Bogota? 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: Granada Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Granada $8.57Bogota $8.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Granada:
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Airport or Hotels in Granada: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.56
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Taxi Ride$0.39
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2 Bus Passes$0.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by MiniSuv: $66
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
- Bogotá Private Luxury Transfer - Airport Pick Up or Drop Off - SUV Mercedes Benz: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Granada 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 dayGranada $14Bogota $14
Typical Food Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of dining costs in Granada are as follows:
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Pizza$2.29
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.57
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Hot Dog$0.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- Bogotá Bites: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $45
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Granada $10Bogota $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Granada are as follows:
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Lago de Nicaragua Boat Tour$8.17
Tours and Activities in Granada
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Granada are as follows:
- Bird Watching Tour: $90
- Boat Tour and Granada City Tour: $120
- Charming Granada Outdoor "Private Tour" : $92
- Experience Granadas Best Sights Carriage ride + Local Guide: $65
- Fabulous Night Tour in Masaya Volcano from Granada: $158
- From Full-Day Tour to 6 Attractions with Lunch incl: $125
- Full Day Tour Isletas + Pueblos Blancos + Laguna from Granada: $120
- Full Day Tour in Granada with Volcano Visit: $224
- Full-Day Tour: Masaya Volcano, Art Market and White Villages: $60
- Granada City Tour: $40
- Granada Colonial City Tour and Masaya Volcano: $130
- Granada Kayak Tour: $30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Beer$1.31
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Party Tour: 6 nightclubs, Disco-Truck, After Party, 2 openbars: $2.95
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
- Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
- Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Walking Tour through Candelaria: $14
- Full Day Tour to the Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGranada $7.50Bogota $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Granada
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Granada:
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Tequila$1.36
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá: $25
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá : $25
- Saturday Bar Crawl in La Candelaria, Bogotá: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Granada and Bogota, we can see that Bogota is more expensive. And not only is Granada much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Granada is in Central America and Bogota 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 Granada would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Granada 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 Bogota would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bogota than you might in Granada.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Granada Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Granada or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Granada. When comparing the sizes of Granada and Bogota, 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.
When is the best time to visit Granada or Bogota?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Granada or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Granada during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Granada because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Granada. Granada usually gets more rain in July than Bogota. Granada gets 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Granada is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Granada in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGranada 27°C (81°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Granada or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Granada and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Granada year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Granada gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Granada usually receives more rain than Bogota. Granada gets 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Granada is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Granada average around 27°C (81°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGranada 27°C (81°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Granada or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Granada as well as Bogota. Granada attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Granada usually gets less rain in January than Bogota. Granada gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Granada is much warmer than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Granada averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGranada 26°C (79°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Granada or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Granada are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Granada throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Granada usually receives less rain than Bogota. Granada gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Granada is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Granada in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGranada 29°C (84°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Granada
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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