Which place is cheaper, Bryce Canyon National Park or Kansas City?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kansas City or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kansas City or Bryce Canyon National Park? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Kansas City or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Kansas City
A large, mid western city that sits on the border between Missouri and Kansa, Kansas City has a population of about 450,000. It's not exactly a tourist destination, but it is a surprisingly beautiful city with more boulevards than Paris and more fountains than any other city in the world with the exception of Rome. Most of the city's suburbs are concentrated in the south but the city is beginning to grow to the north as well. The climate in Kansas City can vary dramatically, in large part because it is so far from any form of water. Winters can range from mild to extremely cold and snow is not uncommon. Spring and fall and quite comfortable but summer months can be incredibly hot and humid.
Bryce Canyon National Park
As one of Utah's most popular national parks, Bryce Canyon National Park is over 35,000 acres of breathtaking geological wonders. While it's not actually a canyon, Bryce Canyon is a giant natural amphitheater created by years of erosion.
With 200 miles of visibility, world-class air quality and near-perfect weather from April until October, it's easy to see why this park attracts over one million visitors every year. The series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters includes rocks of many colors and unique formations such as slot canyons and spires known as "hoodoos."
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United States of America, The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKansas City $161Bryce Canyon National Park $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Kansas City is $161, while the average daily cost in Bryce Canyon National Park 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 Kansas City and Bryce Canyon National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKansas City $88Bryce Canyon National Park $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKansas City $176Bryce Canyon National Park $134
Compare Hotels in Kansas City and Bryce Canyon National Park
Looking for a hotel in Kansas City or Bryce Canyon National Park? 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: Kansas City Hotel Prices and Bryce Canyon National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kansas City $44Bryce Canyon National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Kansas City or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Prices for flights to both Bryce Canyon National Park and Kansas City 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 dayKansas City $47Bryce Canyon National Park $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kansas City $11Bryce Canyon National Park $30
Tours and Activities in Bryce Canyon National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bryce Canyon National Park.
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah 1.5 Hour Ride: $80
- 8 Hours Cosmic Ashtray Experience in Escalante: $299
- Bryce Canyon E-bike Tour : $105
- Bryce Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Bryce Canyon Photography Tours: $289
- Full-Day Private Scenic Byway 12 Audio Driving Tour : $8.99
- Grand Staircase Full-Day Private Tour: $299
- Grand Staircase-Escalante Full Day Small Group Tour : $299
- Half Day Canyoneering Tour in Egypt Slot Canyon: $159
- Hiking Experience in Bryce Canyon National Park: $120
- Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide: $105
- Peekaboo, Spooky and Dry Fork Slot Canyon Tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKansas City $12Bryce Canyon National Park $6.78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kansas City and Bryce Canyon National Park, we can see that Kansas City is more expensive. And not only is Bryce Canyon National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bryce Canyon National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bryce Canyon National Park 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 Kansas City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kansas City than you might in Bryce Canyon National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kansas City Expensive? and Is Bryce Canyon National Park 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.