Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Nice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nice or Ottawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nice and Ottawa can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nice or Ottawa?
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNice €131Ottawa €114
The average daily cost (per person) in Nice is €131, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is €114. 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 Nice and Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNice €59Ottawa €17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNice €118Ottawa €34
Compare Hotels in Nice and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Nice or Ottawa? 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: Nice Hotel Prices and Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nice €25Ottawa €6.75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- transfert Nice aéroport vers Isola 2000: $269
- transfert Nice aéroport /Fréjus /Saint Raphaël: $161
- Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé: Transfer to Nice: $294
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Transfer: $49
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $171
- Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Cannes - Arrival Private Transfer: $86
- Villefranche Port to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Departure Transfer: $49
- Villefranche Port to Cannes Mandelieu Airport Departure Transfer: $88
- Villefranche Port Round Trip Transfer to Monaco: $159
- Transfert privé aéroport de Nice-Côte d’Azur - Cannes: $156
- Transfer from Villefranche-sur-Mer-Port de la Santé to Cannes : $86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Nice or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa and Nice 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 dayNice €49Ottawa €16
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee€2.50
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Strawberries€4.00
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Loaf of Bread€3.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $84
- Viator Exclusive: Organic French Dinner in the Garden of Nice: $95
- Old Nice Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $107
- 3.5-Hour Original Old Town Food Tour: $108
- Private French Cooking Class with a Fun Local Noel: $108
- Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $115
- Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner: $147
- Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera: $193
- Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera: $206
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nice €12Ottawa €37
Tours and Activities in Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $66
- Majestic Christmas tour in French Riviera: $235
- Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $59
- 3 Hour Walking Tour with a Local Licensed Guide in Monaco: $60
- 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Nice with a Licensed Guide: $33
- 3-Hour Segway Tour to Nice & Villefranche-sur-Mer: $81
- A Guided Walking Tour through the Charming Streets of Nice: $32
- A walk of wealth – guided tour in Monaco: $252
- All-Inclusive Food & History Tour in Old Nice with Local Guide: $142
- Amazing Private Walking Tour of Old Nice between Italy and France: $111
- Antibes Electric Bike Tour: $76
- Antibes Provencal Tasting Tour (Food & Drinks): $109
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.46
- Ottawa Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.68
- Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Ottawa Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Wacky Walks: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Ottawa by Operation City Quest: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ottawa by Crazy Dash: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNice €17Ottawa €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nice Bar Crawl | Best Bars In 1 Night! VIP + FREE SHOTS: $6.03
- Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entry and Free Shots: $16
- Nice : International Party Pub / Bar Crawl Unlimited Ticket: $17
- Pub Crawl Nice with Drinking Games and Optional Drink special: $22
- Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $25
- Nice Bar Crawl | Infamous International Party!: $27
- Nice Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $45
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $53
- New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl Nice France: $54
- Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice: $66
- Half-Day Saint Paul de Vence and Wine Tasting Tour: $83
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Saint Paul de Vence Tour from Nice: $84
Sample the Local Flavors in Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When comparing the travel costs between Nice and Ottawa, we can see that Nice 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 Nice is in Europe and Ottawa 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 Nice Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nice or Ottawa?
Ottawa has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nice. When comparing the sizes of Nice and Ottawa, 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 Nice or Ottawa?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Nice or Ottawa in the Summer?
Both Ottawa and Nice during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Nice for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Nice is around the same temperature as Ottawa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nice in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Ottawa averages at about 21°C (71°F).
Nice usually gets less rain in July than Ottawa. Nice gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNice 23°C (73°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Nice or Ottawa in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nice and Ottawa. Many visitors come to Nice in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Nice is generally much warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Nice average around 17°C (63°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Nice gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nice usually receives more rain than Ottawa. Nice gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNice 17°C (63°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Nice or Ottawa in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nice as well as Ottawa. Most visitors come to Nice for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Ottawa can be very cold. Nice is much warmer than Ottawa in the winter. The daily temperature in Nice averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Nice usually gets more rain in January than Ottawa. Nice gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNice 9°C (48°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Nice or Ottawa in the Spring?
Both Ottawa and Nice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Nice because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Nice is much warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nice in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Ottawa averages at about 6°C (44°F).
In April, Nice usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ottawa. Nice gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNice 13°C (56°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Nice
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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