Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Myrtle Beach?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Myrtle Beach or Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Myrtle Beach and Quebec City can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Myrtle Beach or Quebec City?
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular and touristy beach destinations on the South Atlantic coast. It's a popular spring break destination for college kids and there is no shortage of hotels and entertainment options along the beach front. It's also well known as a golfing destination, and it has some wonderful seafood restaurants and shopping areas. If you're looking for a natural, relaxed beach destination, Myrtle Beach is not your best option, but if you're looking for the thrills of club hopping, wonderful food options, and souvenir shopping opportunities, then Myrtle Beach is where it's at.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMyrtle Beach $173Quebec City $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Myrtle Beach is $173, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $126. 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 Myrtle Beach and Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMyrtle Beach $88Quebec City $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMyrtle Beach $176Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Myrtle Beach and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Myrtle Beach or Quebec City? 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: Myrtle Beach Hotel Prices and Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Myrtle Beach $24Quebec City $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Myrtle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Myrtle Beach:
- Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) to Myrtle Beach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Myrtle Beach to Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) - Departure Private Transfer: $52
- Private Arrival Transfer from Myrtle Beach Airport MYR: $36
- Private Departure Transfer to Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR): $36
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise w/ Bus Transfer: $98
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $228
- Le Terminal Quebec Port to Québec Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $57
- Le Terminal Quebec Port to Quebec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport to Québec City: $51
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport: $51
- Private Transfer from Quebec City Airport (YQB) to Saguenay Port: $93
- Private Transfer from Quebec City Hotels to Saguenay Cruise Port: $93
- Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $108
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $108
- Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Cruise Port -Arrival Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Myrtle Beach or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Myrtle Beach 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 dayMyrtle Beach $56Quebec City $37
Typical Food Prices in Myrtle Beach
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Myrtle Beach:
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Dinner for Two$49
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Diner Breakfast for Two$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Myrtle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Myrtle Beach.
- Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Myrtle Beach: $50
- Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Ticket in Myrtle Beach: $67
- North Dinner Cruise on a Paddle Wheel Boat: $70
- Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show: $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $189
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $193
- Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $193
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Myrtle Beach $46Quebec City $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Myrtle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Myrtle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Mini Golf for Two$18
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Beach Chairs$15
Tours and Activities in Myrtle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Myrtle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience Myrtle Beach, SC: $15
- Ghosts and Pirates Haunted City Walking Tour: $26
- Murrells Inlet: Scenic Sunset Cruise: $29
- Myrtle Beach Ghosts Tour: $30
- Murrells Inlet: Saltwater Marsh Shelling & Eco Tour: $32
- Myrtle Beach Military History Trolley Tour: $40
- Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour: $40
- The Comedy Shoppe at Wonders Theatre Ticket: $40
- Early Myrtle Beach History and The WWII Years Trolley Tour: $40
- Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour: $40
- Waccamaw River Nature and Wildlife Tour: $41
- Escape Room Game Entry Ticket with Host: $41
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Old Québec: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.28
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.28
- Québec City: Artillery Park Tour: $6.58
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $8.73
- Québec City: Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux Guided Site Tour: $8.77
- Uncover History of In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Uncover History of In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Observatoire de la Capitale Entry Ticket: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket: $12
- Quebec: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour App: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMyrtle Beach $16Quebec City $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $91
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $93
- Quebec City : eTandem Rental on Ile d'Orleans-wine tasting: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Myrtle Beach and Quebec City, we can see that Myrtle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Quebec City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Quebec City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quebec City 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 Myrtle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Myrtle Beach than you might in Quebec City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Myrtle Beach Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Myrtle Beach or Quebec City?
Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Myrtle Beach. When comparing the sizes of Myrtle Beach and Quebec City, 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.
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.