Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Liverpool?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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: Liverpool or Ottawa?
Liverpool
Famous as the hometown of The Beatles, Liverpool is a maritime city on the northwest coast of England. Historically, it was a key port to trade and migration and still plays a major role today, its Pier Head Waterfront being designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004. Beyond the waterfront, Liverpool is a large vibrant city with a thriving cultural heritage, historic landmarks, and a handful of unique neighborhoods with plenty to see and do.
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 Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLiverpool £161Ottawa £98
The average daily cost (per person) in Liverpool is £161, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is £98. 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 Liverpool and Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLiverpool £76Ottawa £15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLiverpool £152Ottawa £30
Compare Hotels in Liverpool and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Liverpool 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: Liverpool Hotel Prices and Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Liverpool £26Ottawa £5.81
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liverpool
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Liverpool:
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City bike hire Liverpool£6.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liverpool
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Liverpool:
- ROUND TRIP: transfer to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL): $232
- Private Transfer from Liverpool to Liverpool Cruise Port: $41
- Private Transfer from Liverpool Hotels to Holyhead Cruise Port: $103
- Private Transfer from Liverpool Airport (LPL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): $150
- Private Transfer from Bootle to Manchester Airport (MAN): $116
- Private Transfer from Birchwood to Manchester Airport (MAN): $70
- Private Liverpool Departure Transfer - Liverpool Hotel / Accomm To Airport: $51
- Private Liverpool Arrival Transfer:Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Hotel/Accomm: $51
- Private Arrival Transfer from Liverpool Airport (LPL) to Liverpool City Center: $47
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Liverpool: $6.89
- Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers: $163
- BUS Transfer to/from John Lennon Airport: $5.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Liverpool or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa and Liverpool 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 dayLiverpool £59Ottawa £14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liverpool
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Liverpool.
- Brewery Bus Tour with Beer Tasting and Pizza: $82
- Brewery bus tour, 5 breweries, 12 beers, 1 pizza, 1 bus: $89
- Small-Group: Experience Local Food Tour in Liverpool : $89
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $100
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Liverpool £36Ottawa £32
Tours and Activities in Liverpool
Here are a few actual costs in Liverpool for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Hope Street Stroll: A self-guided tour from the Metropolitan Cathedral to LIPA: $5.20
- A Walk Through Time: History of Liverpool Walking Tour: $22
- Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Liverpool: $51
- Awesome Corners of Liverpool – Family Walking Tour: $287
- BEST OF LIVERPOOL History & Culture Tour-From The Cruise Terminal: $27
- BEST OF LIVERPOOL-Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour: $27
- Beatles & Beyond: A Liverpool Legacy Tour: $305
- Beatles Classic Tour of Liverpool by Private Taxi: $235
- Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool-From the Cruise Terminal: $27
- Beatles Magical Mystery Tour: $25
- Best of Liverpool Sightseeing Tour by Private Taxi: $253
- City & Beatles Tour - BLUE ROUTE: $25
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.46
- Ottawa Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.68
- Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Ottawa Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Wacky Walks: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Ottawa by Operation City Quest: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Crazy Dash: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLiverpool £13Ottawa £15
Sample the Local Flavors in Liverpool
Also in Liverpool, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- FunnyBoyz Liverpool - Drag Shows, Tributes, Brunches & Bar Crawls: $19
- Liverpool Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $50
- Pirate Pub Crawl & Boat Tour: $56
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 Liverpool and Ottawa, we can see that Liverpool is more expensive. And not only is Ottawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Liverpool is in Europe 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 Liverpool would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liverpool 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 Liverpool Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Liverpool or Ottawa?
Ottawa has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Liverpool. When comparing the sizes of Liverpool 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.
When is the best time to visit Liverpool or Ottawa?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Liverpool or Ottawa in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Liverpool as well as Ottawa. Many travelers come to Liverpool for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Liverpool is cooler than Ottawa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Liverpool in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Ottawa averages at about 21°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ottawa. In the summer, Liverpool often gets less sunshine than Ottawa. Liverpool gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 268 hours of full sun.
Liverpool usually gets less rain in July than Ottawa. Liverpool gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLiverpool 15°C (60°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Ottawa in the Autumn?
Both Ottawa and Liverpool are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Liverpool in the autumn for the shopping scene and the music scene.
In October, Liverpool is generally a little warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Liverpool average around 12°C (53°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Liverpool usually receives less sunshine than Ottawa during autumn. Liverpool gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Liverpool usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ottawa. Liverpool gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLiverpool 12°C (53°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Ottawa in the Winter?
Both Ottawa and Liverpool during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Liverpool for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Ottawa can be very cold. Liverpool is much warmer than Ottawa in the winter. The daily temperature in Liverpool averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
In the winter, Liverpool often gets less sunshine than Ottawa. Liverpool gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun.
Liverpool usually gets more rain in January than Ottawa. Liverpool gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLiverpool 5°C (42°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Ottawa in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Liverpool and Ottawa.
In the spring, Liverpool is a little warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Liverpool in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Ottawa averages at about 6°C (44°F).
Liverpool usually receives less sunshine than Ottawa during spring. Liverpool gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Liverpool usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Liverpool gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLiverpool 8°C (47°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Liverpool
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (44°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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