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

Should you visit Olympic National Park or Quebec City?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Olympic National Park or Quebec City? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Olympic National Park or Quebec City?

Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park is in Washington State and was originally established as a national monument in 1909. The area is known for its large Sitka spice and Douglas fir trees, which can be found in the Hoh and Queets rainforest valleys on the western side of the park. The area's temperate rainforest climate creates lush thick moss and dense vegetation that gives the setting a fairytale quality.

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 Olympic National Park?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Olympic National Park is $124, 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 Olympic National Park and Quebec City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Olympic National Park $49
    Quebec City $73
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Olympic National Park $98
    Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Olympic National Park and Quebec City

Looking for a hotel in Olympic National Park 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 Olympic National Park


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: Quebec City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Olympic National Park $68
    Quebec City $16

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:

  • Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport to Québec City: $51
  • Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport: $51
  • Le Terminal Quebec Port to Québec Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $57
  • Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Cruise Port -Arrival Transfer: $57
  • Transfer in Private Vehicle from Quebec Airport (YQB) - Quebec City Center: $71
  • Private Transfer from Quebec City Hotels to Saguenay Cruise Port: $93
  • Private Transfer from Quebec City Airport (YQB) to Saguenay Port: $93
  • YQB Airport Transfer: $97
  • Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
  • Le Terminal Quebec Port to Quebec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
  • Quebec to Le Terminal Quebec Port - Departure Private Transfer: $97
  • Quebec city private transfer: $97

Is it cheaper to fly into Olympic National Park or Quebec City?

Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Olympic National Park 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
    Olympic National Park $35
    Quebec City $37

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: $192
  • Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $192

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Olympic National Park $26
    Quebec City $24

Tours and Activities in Olympic National Park

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Olympic National Park are as follows:

  • Olympic Audio Driving Tour: $15
  • Olympic Full Day Small Group Tour: $299

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
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.28
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.28
  • Québec City: Artillery Park Tour: $6.58
  • Walking Tour: Crimes, Revelations & Anecdotes in Quebec: $6.69
  • APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $8.74
  • 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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Olympic National Park $5.57
    Quebec 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: $92
  • Quebec City : eTandem Rental on Ile d'Orleans-wine tasting: $116


When comparing the travel costs between Olympic National Park 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. 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 Olympic National Park Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.