Should you visit Orlando or Boise?
Should I visit Orlando or Boise? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Orlando
Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.
Boise
The capital of the U.S. state of Idaho, Boise is an urban center with the adventure of the outdoors just a step away. The metropolis itself has an active arts community and a lively downtown filled with shops and restaurants. Boise is a regional hub for jazz, theater, and indie music, hosting musical festivals throughout the year and several theater groups that operate in the city. There is even a Department of Arts and History that was created with the goal of promoting the arts, culture, and history of the city among its residents and visitors.
Which city is cheaper, Boise or Orlando?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Orlando is $240, while the average daily cost in Boise is $116. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Orlando and Boise in more detail.
Accommodation
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about $224 in Orlando For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about $120 in Boise For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
The price of a meal in Orlando can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $50 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $20 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
Boise food costs typically run travelers around $36 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Orlando $50
Boise $36
Typical Food prices in Orlando
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Orlando:
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Lunch for Two at Epcot
$29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show, Orlando:
$34
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The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show:
$34
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Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner & Show Tickets:
$50
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Mango's Tropical Cafe Orlando Dinner and Show Ticket:
$50
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The Rock Dinner Show in Orlando:
$51
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Food Tour of Celebration:
$55
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Pirates Dinner Adventure Orlando:
$57
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Downtown Food Tour:
$60
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WonderWorks and Outta Control Dinner Show VIP Combo:
$64
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Audubon Park Garden District Food Tour:
$85
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Cowboy Rodeo Adventure Tour & BBQ Dinner from Orlando:
$89
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Dinner with Disney Characters by Limousine:
$119
Typical Food prices in Boise
For Boise, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boise
For Boise, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Vegan Food Tour Experience in Boise:
$91
Local Transportation
To get around in Orlando, the average visitor spends $48 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
Boise's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $27 per person, per day on transportation in Boise.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Orlando
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Orlando are as follows:
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Parking
$14
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Taxi Ride
$45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Orlando
Also for Orlando, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Universal/North I-Drive Hotels to Orlando Airport Private Transfer:
$69
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Universal Studios to Cruise Port Canaveral. Private Transfer Up to 10 pax:
$128
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Universal Studios Resorts to Orlando Airport MCO. Private Transfer Up to 10 pax:
$58
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Universal Studios Resort to Cruise Port Canaveral. Private Transfer up to 4 pax:
$112
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Transfer to / from Miami Area and Ports:
$325
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Transfer in private vehicle from Orlando downtown to Orlando Airport:
$55
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Transfer in private vehicle from Orlando Airport to Orlando downtown:
$55
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Transfer in private minivan from Orlando downtown to Orlando Airport:
$67
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Transfer in private minivan from Orlando Airport to Orlando downtown:
$67
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Transfer from Orlando to Cape Canaveral/Cruises/Cocoa Beach:
$98
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Transfer from Orlando International Airport to Orlando:
$87
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Transfer from Orlando International Airport to Central Florida:
$80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boise
Also for Boise, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Boise Air Terminal Airport One Way Transfer:
$80
Is it cheaper to fly into Orlando or Boise?
Prices for flights to both Boise and Orlando 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.
Entertainment
In Orlando, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $163 per person, per day.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Boise can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $24 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Typical Entertainment prices in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Orlando
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orlando.
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1-Hour Airboat Sunset Tour (Seasonal):
$72
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1-Hour Private Ski Boat Experience in Florida:
$69
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2-Park 1-Day Universal Orlando™ Theme Park Tickets:
$174
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2-Park 2-Day Universal Orlando™ Theme Park Tickets:
$275
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8-Hour Automatic Polaris Slingshot SL Adventure Rental:
$193
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A Walk Around Lake Eola Audio Tour:
$6.65
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Central Florida Everglades Airboat Tour from Orlando:
$59
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Central Florida Everglades and Safari Park Tour:
$129
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Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens Admission Ticket:
$20
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Chef Nite Dining Experience:
$150
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City Tour of Orlando with Gospel Brunch:
$109
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Clearwater Beach Deep Sea Fishing Adventure with Lunch:
$149
Typical Entertainment prices in Boise
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Boise's activities, tours, and tickets:
Tours and Activities in Boise
For Boise, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Boise Booze and Bites Cocktail Tour:
$91
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Boise Scavenger Hunt Adventure:
$21
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Culinary and Cultural Tour of Boise:
$81
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Sunday Brunch Tour in Downtown Boise:
$77
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Orlando, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $24.
Typically, people visiting Boise spend on average $19 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:
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Florida Craft Beer & Brewery Tour:
$65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Boise, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Boise much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Boise would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boise 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 Orlando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orlando than you might in Boise.
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