Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Martha's Vineyard?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria?
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 Martha's Vineyard and Victoria. 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: Martha's Vineyard or Victoria?
Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a famous destination for CEO's, celebrities, and executives. It's an island that's just 8 miles from the Cape Cod peninsula and it is a popular place to "summer" for many recognizable people. Martha's Vineyard has become so popular among the stars, that it's no longer surprising to see a celebrity hanging around.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best Adventure Tours to Canada, and The Best Eco Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMartha's Vineyard $241Victoria $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Martha's Vineyard is $241, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $182. 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 Martha's Vineyard and Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMartha's Vineyard $132Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMartha's Vineyard $264Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Martha's Vineyard and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Martha's Vineyard or Victoria? 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: Martha's Vineyard Hotel Prices and Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Martha's Vineyard $83Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Seaplane Transfer between Victoria and Whistler: $219
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Victoria: $206
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $87
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Hotel Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $83
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $74
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Martha's Vineyard or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria and Martha's Vineyard 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 dayMartha's Vineyard $60Victoria $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chocolate Lovers Food Tour: $44
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $58
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $59
- Victoria Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $73
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Martha's Vineyard $30Victoria $45
Tours and Activities in Martha's Vineyard
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Martha's Vineyard.
- 3-Hour Martha's Vineyard Island Tour from Oak Bluffs: $65
- All Island Bus Tour: $65
- Martha's Vinyard Driving & Walking GPS-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (APP/GPS) Audio Walking Tour: $7.75
- Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard Audio Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Victoria City & the Coastal Shoreside: $77
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $204
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $245
- 90-Minute The Capital Tour: $286
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Victoria: $204
- Bike 3-hour City Highlights Tour & coastal ride: $94
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $329
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $98
- Castles, Hoods & Legends - Bike Tour: $51
- Cultural & Historical Victoria Walking Tour: $16
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $59
- Evening Sip, Savor, Stroll Tour: $149
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMartha's Vineyard $22Victoria $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $48
- 3-Hour Street Art & Craft Beer Tour of Victoria, Brewery Tour & Tasting included: $101
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $134
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $439
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Martha's Vineyard and Victoria, we can see that Martha's Vineyard is more expensive. And not only is Victoria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Victoria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Victoria 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 Martha's Vineyard would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Martha's Vineyard than you might in Victoria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Martha's Vineyard Expensive? and Is Victoria Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Martha's Vineyard and Victoria. The summer months attract visitors to Martha's Vineyard because of the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Martha's Vineyard is a little warmer than Victoria in the summer. The daily temperature in Martha's Vineyard averages around 73°F (23°C) in July, and Victoria fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In July, Martha's Vineyard usually receives more rain than Victoria. Martha's Vineyard gets 2.8 inches (72 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMartha's Vineyard 73°F (23°C)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Martha's Vineyard as well as Victoria. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Martha's Vineyard this time of year.
In the autumn, Martha's Vineyard is around the same temperature as Victoria. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Martha's Vineyard in October average around 53°F (12°C), and Victoria averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Martha's Vineyard usually gets more rain in October than Victoria. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMartha's Vineyard 53°F (12°C)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria in the Winter?
Both Victoria and Martha's Vineyard are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Martha's Vineyard for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Victoria can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Martha's Vineyard. In January, Martha's Vineyard is generally much colder than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Martha's Vineyard average around 28°F (-2°C), and Victoria fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Victoria. In January, Martha's Vineyard usually receives less rain than Victoria. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMartha's Vineyard 28°F (-2°C)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Victoria in the Spring?
Both Victoria and Martha's Vineyard during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Martha's Vineyard in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Martha's Vineyard is around the same temperature as Victoria in the spring. The daily temperature in Martha's Vineyard averages around 48°F (9°C) in April, and Victoria fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Martha's Vineyard usually gets more rain in April than Victoria. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.7 inches (94 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMartha's Vineyard 48°F (9°C)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Martha's Vineyard
| Martha's Vineyard | Victoria | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 38°F (3°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 67°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 inches (115 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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