Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Olympic National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Olympic National Park or Toronto?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Olympic National Park or Toronto? 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 Toronto?
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.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOlympic National Park $124Toronto $203
The average daily cost (per person) in Olympic National Park is $124, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $203. 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 Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOlympic National Park $49Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOlympic National Park $98Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Olympic National Park and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Olympic National Park or Toronto? 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: Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Olympic National Park $68Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Convenient bus transfer between Hamilton Airport and Toronto: $3.65
- Express Train Transfer to/from Pearson Airport: $9.03
- One Way: from/to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) - Private Transfer: $38
- Private Airport Transfer Pearson Airport to or from Toronto: $41
- Private Departure Transfer-Toronto to Pearson Airport(YYZ) or YTZ: $41
- Private Transfer Toronto Pearson Airport To Toronto Hotels: $42
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Toronto hotel/address -Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Mississauga City Black Car Service: $64
- Departure Private Transfer Toronto City to Toronto Airport YYZ by SUV or Minibus: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer - YYZ Airport to Toronto Downton Hotel & Accommodations: $73
- Niagara Falls Guided 9 Hour Day Trip with Round-trip Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Oakville City Ontario: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Olympic National Park or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto 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
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Food Meals for one dayOlympic National Park $35Toronto $65
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
- Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
- 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $72
- Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $109
- Toronto Food Tour with Local Foodie, Personalized & Private: $151
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Olympic National Park $26Toronto $31
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.26
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Explore Niagara Falls with bus ticket from/to Toronto: $3.65
- Downtown City Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.28
- Graffiti in Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- Downtown Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $5.12
- Kensington Market: Downtown Toronto Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Toronto's Waterfront: Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.21
- Between Huntsville and Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.21
- Explore Canada's Metropolis with Walking Tours Through Toronto: $6.68
- Best of Toronto and Waterfront Self-Guided Tour: $8.02
- Bata Shoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $10
- Uncover Quebec's Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOlympic National Park $5.57Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.01
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
- Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $39
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $40
- Craft Brewery Tour: $75
- From Niagara Wine Tours: $111
- Canadian Wine Tasting Experience: $128
- Toronto to Niagara Wine Tour : $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Olympic National Park and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Olympic National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympic National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympic National Park 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Olympic National Park.
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 Toronto Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Olympic National Park or Toronto?
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 Olympic National Park or Toronto in the Summer?
Both Toronto and Olympic National Park during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Olympic National Park in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Olympic National Park is generally cooler than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Olympic National Park average around 60°F (15°C), and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Toronto, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Olympic National Park. In the summer, Olympic National Park often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun.
Olympic National Park usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 2.8 inches (70 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOlympic National Park 60°F (15°C)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Olympic National Park or Toronto in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Olympic National Park and Toronto. Most visitors come to Olympic National Park for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Olympic National Park is around the same temperature as Toronto in the autumn. The daily temperature in Olympic National Park averages around 51°F (10°C) in October, and Toronto fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Olympic National Park usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during autumn. Olympic National Park gets 113 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Olympic National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Olympic National Park usually receives more rain than Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 10.4 inches (263 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOlympic National Park 51°F (10°C)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Olympic National Park or Toronto in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Olympic National Park as well as Toronto. The winter months attract visitors to Olympic National Park because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Toronto in the winter. The weather in Olympic National Park can be very cold. In the winter, Olympic National Park is much warmer than Toronto. Typically, the winter temperatures in Olympic National Park in January average around 41°F (5°C), and Toronto averages at about -4°C (25°F).
In the winter, Olympic National Park often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 56 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun.
Olympic National Park receives a lot of rain in the winter. Olympic National Park usually gets more rain in January than Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 13.7 inches (349 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOlympic National Park 41°F (5°C)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Olympic National Park or Toronto in the Spring?
Both Toronto and Olympic National Park are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Olympic National Park this time of year.
In April, Olympic National Park is generally a little warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Olympic National Park average around 47°F (8°C), and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Olympic National Park usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during spring. Olympic National Park gets 148 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Olympic National Park. In April, Olympic National Park usually receives more rain than Toronto. Olympic National Park gets 7.4 inches (189 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOlympic National Park 47°F (8°C)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Olympic National Park
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 41°F (5°C) | 13.7 inches (349 mm) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 43°F (6°C) | 12.2 inches (311 mm) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 44°F (7°C) | 11.6 inches (294 mm) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 47°F (8°C) | 7.4 inches (189 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 5.6 inches (142 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (70 mm) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 58°F (14°C) | 5 inches (126 mm) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 51°F (10°C) | 10.4 inches (263 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 45°F (7°C) | 14 inches (355 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 41°F (5°C) | 15 inches (380 mm) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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