Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Marseille?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Marseille or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marseille or Bogota, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Marseille or Bogota?
Marseille
Marseille is the second largest city in France and is the largest Mediterranean port in the region. For visitors, Marseille offers an authentic glimpse at France. It has many colorful markets, natural beauty such as the Calanques with its large, beautiful cliffs, and the old harbor area, which offers a glimpse at the areas working class history.
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 Contiki Tours to France, The Best G Adventures Tours to France, 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 dayMarseille €148Bogota €48
The average daily cost (per person) in Marseille is €148, while the average daily cost in Bogota is €48. 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 Marseille and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarseille €71Bogota €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarseille €142Bogota €48
Compare Hotels in Marseille and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Marseille 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: Marseille Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marseille €28Bogota €8.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Marseille
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Marseille:
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Metro Pass€3.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marseille
Also for Marseille, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfert aéroport de Marseille -> Marseille centre/hôtels: $194
- Transfert Aéroport Marseille vers : $226
- Transfer from Marseille Airport to Train Station / Ports / Hotels: $164
- Transfer between Marseille airport and Marseille city: $85
- Transfer Marseille city center to Marseille Airport: $87
- Transfer Marseille Provence Airport ↔ Cruise Port: $104
- Transfer Marseille Airport to Marseille city center: $90
- Transfer : $85
- Taxi aéroport Marseille cassis transfer port Cruise: $151
- Provence airport transfers: $131
- Private transfer from Marseille Airport to Cavaillon: $280
- Private transfer by car: Marseille airport to / from Cassis-La Ciotat: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport€6.90
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Taxi Ride€0.36
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2 Bus Passes€0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Salt Cathedral and Nemocón Salt Mines + In & out Transfer + (8 hours): $242
- Private Bogota airport pick up transfer service: $20
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer : From Airport to Bogotá Hotels : $31
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Marseille or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Marseille 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 dayMarseille €42Bogota €12
Typical Food Prices in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orangina€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Web-cooking workshop / French cuisine or French pastry: $35
- No Diet Club - Unique food tour in Marseille! (Cours Julien): $64
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $73
- Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $74
- Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $86
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $94
- Marseille Sunset Apéro Food tour: $97
- Evening Food Tour with Tastings: $102
- Sunset Sailing Dinner in the Frioul Archipelago: $102
- Walking Food Tour with Tastings: $102
- Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $104
- Marseille Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast€1.43
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Hot Dog€0.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bogota Local Food Tour in the City Center: $13
- 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
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marseille €38Bogota €12
Tours and Activities in Marseille
For Marseille, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Old Marseille" district tour and treasure hunt: $27
- 2H: City-Tour Marseille: $274
- 3h Kayak Tour at Calanques National Park: $68
- A Day in Provence Small Group Tour from Marseille: $180
- Accrobranche - Ecopark Adventures Marseille Saint-Jérôme: $26
- Aix-en-Provence: Half-Day Shore Excursion Tour: $646
- All Inclusive Food & History Tour of Marseille with Local Guide: $144
- Beer tasting experience in Marseille: $43
- Bookbinding experience in the Vieux Port: $93
- Calanques National Park Kayak Day Tour: $113
- Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille: $66
- Canyoning Half Day Tour from La Ciotat : $68
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€1.20
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bogotá Architecture Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $149
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
- La Candelaria and Monserrate Walking Half Day Tour: $234
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $80
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $153
- 3 days- private tour Chingaza-Guatavita Savannah Expedition: $60
- 3-Hour Walking Tour and Musical Picnic in the Heart of Ibague: $23
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $170
- 5-hour Tour through Bogotá during the stopover. Includes round-trip from airport: $160
- 6 hour Private City Tour through Bogotá (Con Monserrate): $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarseille €27Bogota €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Marseille
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marseille:
- Marseille Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $22
- Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $27
- Marseille Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $43
- New Year's Eve Bar Crawl Marseille France: $65
- Short Day Tour around Aix en Provence and Wine Tasting : $119
- Bandol and Cassis: Full Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $144
- Luberon: Full-Day Wine Tour from Marseille: $144
- Full-day Wine Tour around Bandol & Cassis from Marseille: $146
- Full-Day Wine Tour around Luberon from Marseille: $146
- Marseille Shore Excursion - Full Day Wine Tour in Provence: $164
- Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion : Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour: $164
- Côtes du Rhône Wine tour: Avignon, Palace of the Popes: $165
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
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marseille and Bogota, we can see that Marseille is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Marseille is in Europe 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 Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Marseille would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marseille than you might in Bogota.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Marseille Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marseille or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Marseille. When comparing the sizes of Marseille 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 Marseille or Bogota?
Marseille has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Marseille or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Marseille are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Marseille because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Marseille is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Marseille in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
In July, Marseille usually receives less rain than Bogota. Marseille gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMarseille 24°C (75°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Marseille during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Marseille this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In October, Marseille is generally a little warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Marseille average around 16°C (61°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Marseille usually gets less rain in October than Bogota. Marseille gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMarseille 16°C (61°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Marseille and Bogota. Many travelers come to Marseille for the shopping scene and the cuisine. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Marseille is much colder than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Marseille averages around 7°C (44°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In January, Marseille usually receives more rain than Bogota. Marseille gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMarseille 7°C (44°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Marseille or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Marseille as well as Bogota. Many visitors come to Marseille in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In the spring, Marseille is cooler than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Marseille in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Marseille usually gets less rain in April than Bogota. Marseille gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMarseille 13°C (56°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Marseille
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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