A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Negril vs. Quebec City for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Negril or Quebec City?

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 Negril and Quebec City. 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: Negril or Quebec City?

Negril

Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!

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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Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Negril?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $152, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $153. 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 Negril and Quebec City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Negril $103
    Quebec City $73
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Negril $206
    Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Negril and Quebec City

Looking for a hotel in Negril 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.

Hotels in Negril


Hotels in Quebec City


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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: Negril Hotel Prices and Quebec City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Negril $8.48
    Quebec City $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:


  • Taxi From Airport
    $13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril

Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • A "Private" Airport Transfer to AZUL, ROYALTON, RIU, HEDONISM: $53
  • Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Negril Airbnb Homes, Resorts: $133
  • Airport Round Trip Transfer from Montego Bay to Grand Palladium: $105
  • Airport Round-Trip Transfers To Negril From Sangster’s International Airport: $50
  • Airport Transfer To Negril Hotel: $70
  • Airport Transfer To and From Grand Palladium Resort: $45
  • Azul Negril Resort Airport Transfer: $53
  • Azul Sensatori Jamaica Airport Transfers: $90
  • Chukka and Rafting Ocho Rios with Private Transfer Negril Hotels: $200
  • Fun Holiday Beach Resort Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $205
  • Grand Palladium Jamaica - Lady Hamilton Airport Transfer MBJ ***: $15
  • Grand Palladium Private Airport Transfer: $48

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:


  • Parking in Quebec City
    $3.63

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:

  • Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $243
  • Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $209
  • YQB Airport Transfer: $129
  • Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $116
  • Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $111
  • Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
  • Quebec city private transfer: $103
  • Le Terminal Quebec Port to Québec Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $103
  • Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port- Arrival Private Transfer: $103
  • Airport Transfer From YQB to Quebec City — More Than a Ride: $100
  • Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $95
  • From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $92

Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Quebec City?

Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Negril 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Negril $38
    Quebec City $64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril

For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
  • Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.

  • Quebec : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $108
  • Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide: $113
  • Quebec: Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Local Tastings: $122
  • Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $123
  • Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Authentic Local Tastings: $128
  • Grande-Allée in Bistro Mystery Dinner Tour: $178
  • Gourmet mystery dinner in the St-Roch district - Flavors of the world: $178
  • Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $211
  • Combo Historical and Food Tour of Old Quebec: $220
  • 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $220

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Negril $26
    Quebec City $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril

For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 2 Hr Horseback Ride
    $43

Tours and Activities in Negril

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.

  • Catamaran, ATV and Horse Back Riding/Swim Day Tour: $51
  • Negril Beach Experience & Rick's Cafe from Negril: $59
  • Negril Seven Mile Beach & Rick's Cafe Sunset Tour Negril Jamaica: $60
  • Jamwest Push Kart Adventure Experience Entry Ticket in Negril: $60
  • Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $65
  • Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
  • Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
  • Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $75
  • Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
  • Private Guided 2-Hour Tour in Montego Bay: $77
  • Choose Your Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback Ride & Rafting: $80
  • Off-road ATV Adventure with Wall Climbing: $85

Tours and Activities in Quebec City

Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2-hour private tour of Montmorency Falls with transportation by 7-seater SUV: $211
  • 4-hour private tour of Ile d'Orleans. Discover local flavors. Live guide: $423
  • 5 Course Gourmet Food and History Walking Tour of Old Quebec: $220
  • 5 Course Gourmet and Historical Tour of Old Quebec: $211
  • A Taste of History Walking Tour: $88
  • Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $21
  • Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $42
  • Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $40
  • Beyond the Walls E-Bike Tour: $162
  • Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $21
  • Discover Old Quebec on a walking tour with a local live guide: $41
  • Electric Scooter Guided Tour of Quebec City: $96

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Negril $9.85
    Quebec City $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Negril

Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26

Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:

  • Guided visits and tasting at a Quebec distillery: $16
  • Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $20
  • Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $93
  • Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $97
  • Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $137
  • Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $145


When comparing the travel costs between Negril and Quebec City, we can see that Quebec City is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Quebec City is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Negril or Quebec City?

Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril 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.