Which place is cheaper, Sequoia National Park or Newton?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Newton or Sequoia National Park?
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 Newton and Sequoia National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Newton or Sequoia National Park?
Newton
Newton, a large suburb of Boston, consists of 13 villages or neighborhoods: Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Lower Falls, Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newton Highlands, Newtonville, Nonantum, Oak Hill, Thompsonville, Upper Falls, Waban, and West Newton. It's a good sized city with a population of over 80,000. Each village has its own historical and architectural character. Many of the villages were founded around railroad stations when the Boston & Worcester line opened in 1833 along the north side of the city. Another railroad line started along the south side of town in 1851. It's now the "D" line of the MBTA's Green Line. Walking tours of most villages are available and recommended for history buffs.
Sequoia National Park
Located in the southern part of California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, Sequoia National Park is best known for its giant sequoia trees, most notably the General Sherman tree which stands as the largest tree in the world. The park is also noted for features like the Crystal Cave, Moro Rock, and Tunnel Tree.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNewton $147Sequoia National Park $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Newton is $147, while the average daily cost in Sequoia National Park is $130. 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 Newton and Sequoia National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNewton $82Sequoia National Park $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNewton $164Sequoia National Park $128
Compare Hotels in Newton and Sequoia National Park
Looking for a hotel in Newton or Sequoia National Park? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Newton $80Sequoia National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Newton or Sequoia National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sequoia National Park and Newton 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 dayNewton $25Sequoia National Park $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Newton -Sequoia National Park $31
Tours and Activities in Sequoia National Park
For Sequoia National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Semi Private Sequoia National Park Tour with lunch.: $299
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Self-Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Sequoia National Park Adventure from Tulare: $299
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon Self Guided Audio Driving Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNewton -Sequoia National Park $7.84
When comparing the travel costs between Newton and Sequoia National Park, we can see that Newton 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. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Newton Expensive? and Is Sequoia National Park Expensive?.
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.